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Mental Health & Stress Management – Support for balance and well-being


Balancing school, applications, and life can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone.

This page offers trusted, teen-focused mental health resources to support emotional well-being, reduce stress, and build resilience throughout high school and the college planning journey. If you're dealing with application anxiety, burnout, or just need a quiet moment to reset, you’ll find free and low-cost tools here to help.

Explore guided meditation apps, peer counseling platforms, stress relief strategies, and therapy access support—all curated for teens and their families. From 24/7 hotlines to mindfulness practices to culturally competent counseling directories, this section is designed to empower students to care for their mental and emotional health.
 



College Application Anxiety Tools

Crisis Text Line

Free, 24/7 support. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained counselor.

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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Dial 988 for immediate, confidential support anytime.

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Teen Line

Peer-to-peer support by phone (310-855-4673) or text (TEEN to 839863).

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NAMI Helpline

Support and guidance for students and families coping with anxiety.

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Mindfulness & Self-Care for Students

Headspace

Guided meditations, breathing, and sleep practices.

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Calm

Meditation and relaxation app for stress, sleep, and focus.

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Insight Timer

Free guided meditations and mindfulness classes.

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Talkspace

​Online therapy platform with messaging and video sessions.

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Stress & Burnout Resources for Students

Active Minds

Student-led nonprofit promoting mental health awareness on campuses.

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Teen Health & Wellness

Articles and videos on managing stress and balance.

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The Jed Foundation (JED)

Programs that protect emotional health and prevent suicide among teens and  students.

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Moodfit

App with tools to track mood, set goals, and build resilience.

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Therapy Access & Support

BetterHelp

Online counseling platform offering affordable therapy sessions via phone, chat, or video.

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7 Cups

Free anonymous chat with trained active listeners and affordable online therapy options.

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TeenCounseling

A therapy platform for teens, offering licensed counselors via secure messaging, phone, or video—designed to fit teens’ schedules and privacy needs.

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InnoPsych

A directory focused on improving access to therapists of color, helping students  find culturally competent mental health professionals.

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