Black Migrant and African American Community Mental Wellness

• Black Mental Wellness a site with a range of resources and offerings for Black mental health.

The mission of Black Mental Wellness, Corp. is to provide access to evidence-based information and resources about mental health and behavioral health topics from a Black perspective, to highlight and increase the diversity of mental health professionals, and to decrease the mental health stigma in the Black community.

Black Mental Wellness will shift the narrative of Black mental health through:

• Providing culturally sensitive educational resources related to Black mental health.

• Increasing training opportunities for students who are passionate about mental health & wellness.

• Providing training opportunities for professionals dedicated to Black mental health & wellness.

• Collaborating with stakeholders who are committed to the health and wellness of the Black community.

• Resources from American Addiction Centers (AAC), a leading and national organization that is dedicated to helping people with their mental health and substance abuse problems.  

These resources are medically reviewed by AAC and provide help to African Americans and Black migrants who may be struggling with drug or alcohol misuse:

• • Black Underrepresentation in Addiction Treatment – Discusses the idea of ‘underrepresentation’ in more detail looking at common barriers, legal biases and the importance of cultural competency.

• • A Guide to Addiction and Recovery for African Americans – African Americans may experience more barriers to treatment than other groups, this guide can help one become aware of payment options and how to find providers who understand the issues unique to this population.

• • Alcohol and Drug Abuse Among African Americans – Provides helpful statistics, looks at the differences in substance abuse patterns across the black population, and treatment options to consider.  
  • Detox Treatment centers in California, this free online directory can help individuals find a facility that is local to them.  

API Mental Health 

• The National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association This resource provides mental health and behavioral services for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders.
• The South Asian Mental Health Initiative & Network “South Asian Mental Health Initiative and Network, SAMHIN, is a non-profit that addresses the mental health needs of the South Asian community in the U.S. Our goal is to decrease the stigma and shame associated with mental illness and offer resources for people who seek help.” They provide a directory as well as resources.