Resources
Resources
Mental health information, crisis resources, and educational content — for clients, families, and the community.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 — available 24/7 for mental health crisis support.
Call or text: 988
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
Text HOME to 741741
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Confidential support for those affected by domestic violence.
1-800-799-7233 | Text START to 88788
SAMHSA National Helpline
Free, confidential treatment referral and information for mental health and substance use.
1-800-662-4357
Florida Crisis Hotline
Statewide crisis support for Florida residents.
1-800-273-8255
Understanding Mental Health
Mental health is part of overall health — not separate from it. Understanding common mental health challenges can help reduce stigma and support better outcomes.
Child Counseling
Why Play Matters in Counseling
Children often communicate through play before they can fully explain their feelings with words. Play therapy builds on this natural form of expression, helping children explore challenges and practice new skills within a structured counseling relationship.
Resource information from the Association for Play Therapy. Visit their site for the full resource, author acknowledgments, and research references.
Anxiety
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges. It involves persistent worry, fear, or nervousness that interferes with daily life. Anxiety is highly treatable with evidence-based approaches like CBT and ACT.
Depression
Depression involves persistent low mood, loss of interest, fatigue, and other symptoms that affect functioning. It's more than feeling sad — and it responds well to counseling and, when appropriate, medication.
ADHD
ADHD affects attention, impulse control, and executive functioning. It can impact school, work, and relationships. Counseling can help develop practical strategies for managing ADHD-related challenges.
Stress & Burnout
Chronic stress and burnout are increasingly common — and often underestimated. Counseling can help identify contributing factors, build coping skills, and create sustainable change.
Relationship Challenges
Relationship difficulties — whether with a partner, family member, or colleague — are among the most common reasons people seek counseling. Communication skills, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation are all learnable.
Supporting Your Mental Health
Counseling is one tool. These practices support mental health between sessions and in everyday life.
Sleep
Consistent, quality sleep is foundational to mental health. Most adults need 7–9 hours. Sleep deprivation worsens anxiety, mood, and cognitive function.
Movement
Regular physical activity has well-documented mental health benefits — including reduced anxiety and depression, improved mood, and better stress tolerance.
Connection
Social connection is a protective factor for mental health. Meaningful relationships — even a few — matter more than a large social network.
Limits on screens and news
Excessive screen time and news consumption are associated with increased anxiety and poor sleep. Intentional limits can make a meaningful difference.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness practices — even brief ones — can reduce stress, improve emotional regulation, and increase present-moment awareness. They don't require meditation retreats.
Coming Soon
Lakeview is building out educational resources, parent guides, workshop materials, and continuing education content for mental health professionals. Check back for updates.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 911 or contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.