Our Minds Matter
A student-led movement to change school culture around mental health and prevent teen suicide. If you are in crisis, call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988, or dial 911.
Student Wellness: Tips and Strategies
Feeling super stressed? Worried about a friend's mental health—or your own? Get tips to help manage your emotions and see what to do if you are in crisis.
- GLSEN Northern Virginia
GLSEN Northern Virginia is a chapter of GLSEN, a national organization fighting for every student’s right to a safe, supportive education.- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 571-208-2424
- Gay Straight Alliance Network
A next-generation LGBTQ racial and gender justice organization that empowers and trains queer, trans and allied youth leaders to advocate, organize, and mobilize an intersectional movement for safer schools and healthier communities. - The Trevor Project
The leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25.
Crisis Resources for LGBTQ Youth
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255) - PRS Crisis LinkText: “CONNECT” to 85511
- Phone: 703-527-4077
- Trans Lifeline
877-565-8860 - Trevor Hotline
- Hotline: 866-488-7386
- Chat: www.thetrevorproject.org
- PFLAG
The first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their parents and families, and allies.- Alexandria Location
Third Tuesday 7:00-9:30
St Luke's Episcopal Church, 8009 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA 22308 - Fairfax Location
First Tuesday 7:30-9:00
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fairfax, 2709 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton, VA 22124 - Contact: [email protected]
- Alexandria Location
Related Pages
- Student Safety and Wellness - From mental health resources to bullying prevention and food and nutrition services, FCPS is committed to supporting more than just a child's education. This page includes information on mental health resources, school health services, our wellness policy, and student safety.
- School Health and Wellness - FCPS is committed to the whole child, whole school, and whole community by providing comprehensive education and services that support the success of every student and staff member.
- Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) - FCPS partners with families to help students develop mental wellness and social and emotional skills.
- Mental Health and Resiliency - Discover how to foster assets in students to help them manage stress, make better choices, and develop healthy habits.
- Mental Health Resources and Emergency Services Information - National and Local Crisis Resources.
