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I feel you CD. In the same boat job wise. Thankfully I’ve had a therapist for over 10 years which has been invaluable. I don’t know of any free resources beyond googling but I’m here to say you’re making a wise decision. Stay strong.
Hey OP, here is a resource if you need some immediate help: https://988lifeline.org
Please do talk to someone. Find a therapist in your insurance network. I understand the feeling. Being out of work can feel devastating. But you WILL work again. And I hope you'll be able to look back on this current rough spot snd think, thank goodness I didn't do something drastic that would forever traumatize the people I love. If you want to chat with a rando, DM me.
My heart goes out to you and to all the many folks in our industry struggling to find a role.
I did something like 11 days after. The hospital unit will scare the shit out of you, I was successful and thought one of the people there would finish for me. If you’re in a metro area, state insurance should cover any mental health appointments
You can always ask a provider if they’re willing to work with you on a sliding scale. Pay what you can now, and increase it once you’re more stable.
Your local township likely offers free services. We have them here in Chicago.
On the same boat as well, feels harder as someone trying to get an entry-level creative job. May not be the resource you may be looking for exactly, but there's a YouTube channel called HealthyGamersGG that has helped me immensely with finding internal self-worth as a fellow unemployed creative. Stay strong and wishing you all the best.
Hey, I’m really sorry you’re going through this. I’ve also been in a tough mental place recently and just want to say you’re not alone.
There are people who care. Reaching out like this already takes so much strength.
If you ever just want to talk or vent, feel free to DM me—no pressure.
Also, here are a few resources that helped me or others I know:
• **National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI):** Offers free support groups and resources
• **Mental Health America:** Free mental health screening tools
• **Open Path Collective:** Therapy sessions at $40–60 for those with financial need
• Crisis lines: 988 or text HOME to 741741 if things feel especially heavy
One day at a time, friend.