resource guide
Welcome, we’re so glad you’re here! We know the intense effort it can take to ask for help, and we know from experience that it’s an important step for all of us. We don’t have a magic wand - we wish we did! 🪄- but we have gathered some great resources along the way on our own journey, and we’re happy to share them with you. We’ve split them up by category, and provided links where we could. Please note that this list isn’t an official approval or endorsement from Elevate Academy, it’s just a list we’ve gathered to help you get started as you find what works for you.
As always, we wish you the very best as you move forward toward a happy and fulfilling future. Please let us know if you have any questions or thoughts. We’ll be right here cheering you on!
TOPICS: Support Groups, Suicide, Domestic Violence, Crisis, Mental Health/Counseling, Mentoring, Prescription Assistance
support groups
Treasures - mentoring, resources, and three types of groups - Whether you are still in the industry/the life or have made your exit but could use a listening ear, encouragement, or support in reaching your goals, we are here for you! For a free gift and to get connected to our survivor-led support groups please fill out the form here. Treasures offers Support Group - a safe place to process and receive support; Empowerment Group - be empowered and equipped to live a healthy and flourishing life; and Bible Study - grow in your relationship with God and learn how to invite God into your healing journey. Email info@iamatreasure.com or Call 818.986.LOVE (5683)
Avery Center - survivor-led support groups co-facilitated by a mental health professional
https://handsofjustice.org/support-groups/
Hands of Justice is a Survivor led Organization. We work hard to ensure that anyone working with Survivors is Survivor informed and equipped to work with those dealing with trauma. The majority of our support groups are Survivor led. We want each Survivor to know they aren’t alone. We are there to help equip for a journey together with other like minded individuals. We hope to build communities of supportive individuals that can share life together, not only in groups but in volunteer opportunities and through economic empowerment. We welcome you to join us by clicking on a group that you feel would best suit your needs. Once you have filled out the form, the group leader will contact you to discuss more details and help answer any questions you might have.
ENDING THE GAME - A Trailblazing, Survivor-Written Curriculum. Ending The Game is a safe, confidential support group led by survivors. Support groups are facilitated by our sister organization The Avery Center. Meetings are held online and available to anyone across the country. All you need is a reliable internet connection for remote access to an online meeting.
Suicide
Survivors of trauma and abuse frequently are forced to navigate a whole host of mental health hurdles. BUT, there is help available! Untreated depression can lead to suicidal ideations, thoughts, and attempts.
If you or someone you know is dealing with this please reach out for help! Do not ignore it or hope it goes away. Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness!
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 800-273-TALK (8255) or TTY: 800-799-4889
United Kingdom - National Suicide Lifeline: Call 116 123
Australia - Lifeline: Call 13 11 14
South Africa - SADAG Suicide Crisis Line: Call 0800 567 567 Text 31393
Suicide.org has 24-hour email support available for non-emergent concerns regarding suicide and depression.
If your country isn’t listed above click here for crisis line in your area.
All types of crisis
United Way Helpline: Call 211 a free and confidential service that helps people across North America find the local resources they need 24 hours a day
Domestic violence
National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 800-799- SAFE (7233) TTY 800.787.3224 Text START to 800-799-SAFE
Domestic Shelters - nationwide shelter search and resources
Mental Health / Counseling
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): In crisis - Text “NAMI” to 741741 for 24/7 crisis counseling or Call the helpline M-F 10am-8pm 800-950-6264
Mental Health America (MHA): Call 800-237-TALK or text MHA to 741741
Ark of Freedom - counseling, advocacy, housing for male & LBGTQ+ survivors
BetterHelp - online professional counseling and resource list
Clinicians who identify as trauma specialists:
https://www.yamt.org/survivor-space
This org is founded by and for the LGBTQ population, yet they serve all populations as well. They are one of the first I know of that have a directory of mental health providers.
https://alcoholrehabhelp.org/costs/rehab/
mentoring
Mentor - A nationwide mentoring connector: apply via website
Colorado Springs - Restore Innocence Mentoring Program: apply via email info@restoreinnocence.org or call 719-425-9405
Araminta Freedom Initiative - Mentor Program and other services - ages 12-22
GEMS - Mentorship and other services provided
More too Life - mentoring, mental health resources, and other services offered
Mentari - peer to peer support and other services
Allies - provides a mentorship program (previously called Purchased)
My Life My Choice - mentoring program
The Hope Project - mentoring program
Day One Survivor Mentor Program - mentoring program - (401) 421-4100
Traffick911 - Case management, advocacy, mentoring services
Treasures - mentoring, support groups, and resources - Email info@iamatreasure.com or Call 818.986.LOVE (5683)
Refugee Services of Texas - empowerment program for all human trafficking survivors including mentoring, advocacy, and case management
Note: If you have health insurance, they may have tools to help. Contact your insurance company and ask if they provide "member advocates" who can help you find a therapist in your area. Many insurance plans will only require a specialist copay for providers who are in-network. If you don't have insurance, consider looking for a therapist who adjusts their fees based on your income (often called a "sliding scale").
Peer Support
https://htsji-production.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/uwdpif0b66pwwabh7c09uwcr410c
Connecting Certified Peer Supporters to survivors of human trafficking.
prescription assistance
Needy Meds - healthcare savings assistance on prescriptions and health clinics