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May is Mental Health Awareness Month and with the pandemic still causing distress, caring for our mental wellbeing is crucial. Here’s a handy guide to new Instagram pages to navigate these times

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Therapize India is a mental health service that aims to simplify the process of seeking professional help and support for people in South Asia. Through their additional efforts, they’ve organised talks with therapists, a series of resources and tips on how to cope with the pandemic stress, as well as other educational content in the sphere.
Log on to: instagram.com/therapize.india

Many Instagram pages have stepped up to create safe and inclusive spaces for all, during the pandemic

Citta, registered as a Section 8 non-profit, has been focusing on providing affordable mental healthcare especially to Indian students. They collaborate with organisations and professionals for webinars and sessions, including conducting emotional support services for Covid-19 positive patients.
Log on to: instagram.com/cittaindia

The Burrow provides much-needed assistance on topics like queer affirmative therapy, tele-counselling, how to deal with burnouts, practicing self-care and a lot more. Throughout May, they will also be offering new clients their first three mental health sessions at half the current rate.
Log on to: instagram.com/theburrow_counselling

Mindoom launched their virtual efforts on Women’s Day, earlier this year. While the original platform went live in April 2020, the eight woman alumni of Teach For India especially created this space for individuals to connect and reflect. They provide mental health workshops, training, counselling sessions and several other sessions, which are conducted by experts and professionals.
Log on to: instagram.com/mindroom.india

Also check out
>> @nowandme is an online mental health service that shares content on topics including how to cope with grief and loss, navigating abuse in the pandemic, as well as how to take care of the mental health of people who are affected by the virus.

>> @mann.talks offers free and confidential support from trained professionals as well as resources to empower users to better understand mental health.

>> @thezehakproject is a service that aims to connect individuals with trained mental health professionals. It also provides valuable tips on how to deal with ongoing stressors in our daily lives.

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