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Gender-Affirming Support for Minors in Rhode Island

Gender-diverse youth exist. Their feelings matter. Their mental health matters.
At East Coast Mental Wellness, we will continue to provide compassionate, affirming care for transgender and gender-questioning minors—today and always.

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Festivus & the Quiet Hope of Saying What We Really Feel

Today is December 23rd, Festivus, the famously unconventional holiday created by a show I watched for many years as a young person, Seinfeld. It is a fictional holiday that invites people to gather around an aluminum pole and participate in the Airing of Grievances....
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Suicide Prevention Month: September, Let’s Talk About It

September marks Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and supporting those whose lives have been touched by suicide. For many, this month is deeply personal. Whether you’ve lost someone you love, struggled with...
January is Divorce Month

January is Divorce Month

We all know that when getting married, there is a 50% chance that it will eventually end divorce. Did you know January has the highest rate of divorces of any month in the year? According to statistics from the website eDivorcePapers.com there can be several reasons...

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East Coast Mental Wellness provides inclusive, compassionate mental health care through in-person and online therapy. Services include individual, couples, group sessions, life coaching, immigration evaluations, and LGBTQ+ affirming care—all in a supportive environment.

    Contact Us

    • 401-227-0372
    • intake@eastcoastmentalwellness.com

    Resources

    If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Text or call 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. Caring counselors listen and provide free and confidential support 24/7.

    National Transgender Lifeline Crisis Line (Staffed by Transgender Individuals) 1-877-565-8860

    National Coalition Anti-Violence Programs: 212-714-1141

    Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) National Hotline:
    1-888-843-4564

    LGBT National Youth Talkline:
    1-800-246-PRIDE (1-800-246-7743)

    LGBT National Senior Talkline:
    1-888-234-7243

    LGBT Youth Talkline: 800-246-7743

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