Resources

Life's transitions can bring both challenges and opportunities for growth. Whether you're navigating anxiety, motherhood, postpartum adjustment, perimenopause, menopause, caregiving responsibilities, or another season of change, the resources below are intended to provide additional support, education, and encouragement. While these resources are not a substitute for therapy, they may serve as helpful tools along your journey toward greater well-being.

Crisis Support

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, immediate support is available.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
https://988lifeline.org

Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
https://www.crisistextline.org

Emergency Services
If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Mental Health Education & Support

These organizations provide education, advocacy, and support for individuals and families navigating mental health challenges.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

NAMI offers education programs, support groups, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental health conditions.
https://www.nami.org

NAMI Orange County

Local classes, support groups, and community resources for individuals and families in Orange County.
https://www.namioc.org

Nervous System & Stress Regulation

Stress affects both the mind and the body. Learning how the nervous system responds to stress can help you better understand emotional reactions and develop supportive coping strategies.

Helpful tools and apps include:

Insight Timer

A meditation app offering guided breathing exercises, relaxation practices, and mindfulness support.
https://insighttimer.com

Calm

Provides meditation, sleep support, breathing exercises, and tools for stress reduction.
https://calm.com

Perimenopause & Menopause Resources

Navigating the transition into perimenopause and menopause involves understanding physiological changes and finding reliable health information. The following organizations offer evidence-based guidance and support.

The Menopause Society

Evidence-based information on perimenopause, menopause, symptoms, and treatment options.
https://www.menopause.org

Women’s Health.gov Menopause Resources

Government resource covering symptoms, health concerns, and treatment options.
https://www.womenshealth.gov/menopause

Let’s Talk Menopause

Education and advocacy focused on helping women understand and navigate menopause.
https://www.letstalkmenopause.org

Caregiver Burnout & Support

Caring for children, aging parents, or loved ones with additional needs can be deeply meaningful, but it can also be emotionally and physically demanding. Many caregivers carry a significant mental and emotional load while balancing work, family responsibilities, and personal needs.

The following organizations offer support and resources for caregivers:

Family Caregiver Alliance
Education, tools, and support for individuals caring for aging parents or family members with health conditions.
https://www.caregiver.org

Caregiver Action Network
Provides practical advice, resources, and community support for family caregivers.
https://www.caregiveraction.org

AARP Caregiving Resources
Offers tools, guidance, and information for individuals caring for aging loved ones.
https://www.aarp.org/caregiving

Perinatal & Postpartum Support

Resources for new and expecting parents coping with anxiety, mood changes, birth trauma, and identity shifts. These resources provide educational guidance for families navigating the transition to parenthood. These materials are for educational purposes only and are not a crisis service.

Postpartum Support International – Education, support, and provider directory for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.

https://postpartum.net

Postpartum Support International Helpline – Non-emergency emotional support and resource referrals for parents.

https://postpartum.net/get-help/help-for-moms/

Postpartum Support International California Chapter – Localized resources and support options for California families.

https://psichapters.com/ca

Parenting Resources for School-Age Children & Teenagers

As children grow into school-age years and adolescence, parents often face new questions about emotional development, school stress, technology use, friendships, and communication. These resources offer guidance and support for navigating these stages.

Child Mind Institute
Provides resources on children’s mental health, behavior, anxiety, ADHD, and parenting strategies for school-age children and teens.
https://childmind.org

Common Sense Media – Parenting Guides
Offers practical guidance on technology use, social media, digital safety, and supporting healthy development for children and teens.
https://www.commonsensemedia.org

American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP)
Provides fact sheets and educational resources about emotional development, mental health concerns, and parenting support for adolescents.
https://www.aacap.org

Understood.org
A helpful resource for parents of children with learning and attention differences, including ADHD and school-related challenges.
https://www.understood.org

When to Seek Support

Everyone experiences stress, overwhelm, or difficult periods at times. However, there are moments when additional support may be helpful.

You might consider reaching out for support if you notice:
• persistent anxiety or emotional overwhelm
• difficulty sleeping or constant fatigue
• feeling emotionally exhausted from caregiving responsibilities
• irritability or difficulty managing emotions
• feeling stuck or unsure how to move forward
• physical symptoms of stress such as headaches or muscle tension

Seeking support does not mean something is wrong with you. Many people find that having a dedicated space to talk through what they are experiencing can provide clarity, relief, and practical tools for navigating challenges.

These resources are intended for educational purposes and are not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care.