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Especially during the pandemic when most therapy is virtual anyway, text therapy can be a good option. Talkspace offers unlimited texting for $65 a week (and currently has a "$65 off" promotion if you apply with the code "APPLY65".) Another option is Betterhelp, which is about $60–80 per week.
While there's currently a waitlist to join Black Girl in Om's The Circle, you can listen to a complimentary meditation from Lauren Ash here. Online mental health groups such as Ethel's Club and Dive In Well often offer meditations as well.
Apps like Headspace and Calm are also popular apps for generally managing stress and anxiety — and both offer free trials if you're looking to test things out.
The Health Resources & Services Administration has a search tool you can use to find local health centers, some of which offer mental health services where payment is based on your income.
Of course, with the current pandemic, you might not be able to go in person, so it might take some digging to find one that offers telehealth services.
Your eligibility will vary depending on where you live, but if you do qualify, there are therapists who take Medicaid insurance.
While the National Alliance on Mental Illness can't directly provide mental health services, a volunteer can potentially guide you towards affordable, practical resources. They also have a page of resources specifically for the Black community, many of which offer online support right now.
If you're looking to read a relatable story to feel less alone, Depressed While Black's Facebook and Black Girl + Mental Health curate articles around mental health. Another great resource is Ourselves Black, a magazine that focuses on Black mental health.
Additionally, therapists or therapy directories such as Therapy for Black Girls, Talkspace, or Psychology Today often feature blog posts centered around more timely mental health challenges.