General Psychology Information
- Texas Psychological Association: Public Information — Consumer resources and information about psychology services in Texas.
- American Psychological Association: Psychology Help Center — Trustworthy articles on mental health topics from the nation’s largest psychology organization.
- National Institute of Mental Health — Research-based information on mental health conditions, treatments, and statistics.
- PsychCentral — A well-established online resource for mental health news, quizzes, and support communities.
- APA Help Center on YouTube — Short, informative videos on a wide range of mental health topics.
- Mental Health America Self-Screening Tools — Free, anonymous screening tools for anxiety, depression, ADHD, and more.
- If You Are In Crisis — 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988 anytime for free, confidential support.
About Therapy
- What is Good Therapy? — A helpful overview of what to look for in a therapist and what effective therapy looks like.
- What Do Practicing Psychologists Do? — A clear explanation of the psychologist’s role from the APA.
- Differences Between Mental Health Professionals — Explains the distinctions between psychologists, counselors, social workers, and psychiatrists.
- Psychotherapy: Myths vs. Reality — Addresses common misconceptions about therapy that may keep people from seeking help.
Community Resources
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988 anytime. Free, confidential crisis support available 24/7.
- Crisis Intervention of Houston — Local crisis support services for individuals and families in the Houston area.
- Texana Center (Fort Bend County MHMR) — Community mental health and intellectual disability services for Fort Bend County residents.
- United Way Fort Bend Center — Local referrals and resources for families in need in the Fort Bend County area.
- Texas Parent Helpline — 1-833-680-0611 — Free support for parenting challenges, available by phone.
- Texas Youth Helpline — 1-800-989-6884 — Free support for children, teens, and families. Available by phone.
Information for Parents
- Zero to Three — Expert guidance on early childhood development, behavior, and parenting for children ages 0–3.
- Love and Logic: Articles and Advice for Parents — Practical, research-informed parenting strategies for raising responsible, confident children.
- Children: Feeding and Eating Issues — Evidence-based guidance on healthy feeding relationships and mealtime dynamics from the Ellyn Satter Institute.
- Teen Suicide Risk Factors — A clear, clinically informed overview of warning signs and risk factors for teen suicide.
- Warning Signs for Suicide — From the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention — what to watch for and how to help.
Sleep Hygiene
- National Sleep Foundation — Interactive tools and research-based information on healthy sleep habits for all ages.
- American Sleep Apnea Association — Resources and support for those affected by sleep apnea.
Internet Safety
- Janell Burley Hoffmann’s Phone Contract — A widely shared, thoughtful agreement between parents and children around smartphone use. A must-read if your child has or wants a phone.
- Fight the New Drug — Science-based information on the harmful effects of pornography, written accessibly for teens and parents.
- NetSmartz — Online safety resources from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, including videos and guides for kids and parents.
- Love146 Teen Internet Safety Guide — Practical online safety guidance specifically written for teens.
- Parents’ Internet Safety Guides by Topic — A comprehensive library of parent guides covering specific platforms, apps, and online risks.
- Report Online Child Exploitation — The CyberTipline is the nation’s centralized reporting system for child sexual exploitation online.