Your feelings are valid
Youth & Teen Resources
Mental health support made for young people, and the adults who care about them.
Need help right now? Support is available 24/7.
Growing up is hard, and help exists
Adolescence brings real pressure: school, identity, friendships, social media, family, and the future. It is normal to struggle, and struggling does not mean something is wrong with you.
Mental health challenges in young people are common and treatable. Asking for help is a strength, not a failure, and reaching out early makes a real difference.
If you are a parent, teacher, or coach, your steady, non-judgmental support matters more than having all the answers.
2nd
Leading cause of death among ages 10 to 24
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2023.
Signs a young person may be struggling
Watch for changes that last more than a couple of weeks:
- Withdrawing from friends, family, or activities they loved
- Big changes in sleep, appetite, or energy
- Falling grades or loss of motivation
- Increased irritability, anger, or risk-taking
- Talking about hopelessness, worthlessness, or wanting to disappear
- Self-harm, or giving away meaningful possessions
Local Atlanta resources
Vetted organizations across metro Atlanta. Always confirm current hours and availability before visiting.
Intown Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
Holistic pediatric depression treatment for children and adolescents.
Phone: 404-446-4726
Note: Text line: 678-249-3394.
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
State agency overseeing behavioral health services and the GCAL crisis system for youth and families.
Phone: 404-657-2252
200 Piedmont Avenue SE, West Tower 14th Floor, Atlanta, GA
FOCUS on the Brain, Bereavement Support
Lists summer camps for grieving youth including Camp Braveheart and Camp Cocoon.
Phone: 770-234-9111
Hillside
Residential treatment and extended Day Program for children, adolescents, and families.
Phone: 404-846-5118
690 Courtney Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
Kate's Club
Free grief support for children, teens, and young adults (ages 3 to 25) and families who have lost a parent or sibling.
Phone: (404) 347-7619
600 Means St NW, Suite 300, Atlanta, GA 30318
National resources
Newport Academy
Behavioral health treatment for children and teens across support groups, residential, and outpatient programs.
Phone: 844-900-1851
National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Research-based resources and training to improve care for children and families exposed to trauma.
Phone: 310-235-2633
11150 W. Olympic Blvd, Suite 650, Los Angeles, CA 90064
Sesame Workshop, Helping Kids Grieve
Videos, activities, and resources to help young kids understand and process loss.
The Trevor Project
Crisis support and community for LGBTQ+ young people, 24/7.
Phone: 1-866-488-7386
Note: Text START to 678-678.