As individual provider and business operator, I do not have the bandwidth to provide crisis support as part of my practice.
See below for resources to access if you need immediate support.
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Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
Trans peer support for trans community that’s been divested from police since day one. Run by and for trans people.
Trevor Hotline: 866-488-7386
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Blackline: call or text 800-604-5841
Peer support and counseling prioritizing BIPOC, with an LGBTQ+ Black Femme Lens.
"We do not trace or send any type of intervention under any circumstances without consent." -
Public Hotline: 988
Anywhere in the US, you can dial this number to get connected to local mental health support. This number is run by 911 and may involve authorities.
As a provider for mostly the Portland and Seattle areas, I’ve accumulated a lot of city-specific resources that run the gamut. See below.
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City Garden Acupuncture and North Seattle Community Acupuncture for lower cost services
Pipsqueak Gallery for free COVID-cautious events
Charlie’s: A queer and trans owned bookstore with community events
Seattle Library: Having fun isn’t hard when you’ve got a library card! Also you can get free tickets to museums, the zoo, and more (currently paused in 2025)
Queer Social Club: A directory of events
Tender Warrior: A kickboxing dojo centering trauma-informed, neurodivergent-affirming pedagogy.
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Working Class Acupuncture or North Portland Community Acupuncture (for lower cost services)
Hey Doc! An integrated health clinic focused on providing care by and for BIPOC folks
Prism Health: Healthcare (physical and mental) for LGBTQ+ and HIV+ folks
Arts For All: If you receive EBT benefits, you can get tickets to a variety of arts events for $5!
PDX.community: A directory of projects to get involved with
Queer Social Club: A directory of events
Whether you’re a client of mine or not, check out the following resources to find care, support self-regulation, connect with others, or enrich your life.
You’re welcome to reach out with suggestions to add!
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Inclusive Therapists: Many providers on here also provide low- to no-cost gender affirming care letters
Open Path Collective: Sliding scale therapists
Heartbeat House: My healthcare collective community. I recommend everyone who works here.
Awake Embodied Healing: Massage, cranial sacral, yoga therapy, and somatic education workshops
May Relational Healing: High-quality radical loving therapy for individuals and relationships in WA
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Find Help: Many cities and counties have a centralized directory for a variety of support, including financial assistance for rent or utilities.
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youfeellikeshit.com: Essentially a decision tree to help you identify your needs when you, well, feel like shit.
Finch: An app that makes a game of self-reflection, activities of daily living, and practicing coping skills
Goblin.tools: Executive functioning and communication tools. *Relies on AI - use with care.Stardust: An encrypted app for tracking menstruation and a variety of other physical and mood symptoms.
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Hiki: An app for meeting other neurodivergent people
Collective: An app for meeting other queers
The Dinner Party: For connection around grief and loss
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AdoptOneBlock: Go for a walk and pick up trash!
Free virtual yoga* classes: DoYogaWithMe and Yoga with Adrienne
*I encourage giving this a readEverybody: A radically inclusive LA-based gym with virtual programming. Centering health, not size!
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Moderation Management: An alternative to the 12-step model for wet recovery options
Never Use Alone: If you use a drug with a high risk of overdosing, you can connect with someone here to ensure safer consumption
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@kamiorange: Teaching boundaries and communication skills. “How to say the thing.”