Subsidized and no-cost therapy options for
anyone affected by the Israel-Hamas War
Platforms For People Seeking Help
We offer a variety of resources available for use categorized by who it is meant for, what help they offer, and how they provide it. If you know of additional resources that can be of use, please reach out to us through the contact form.
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Better Help
About - BetterHelp is a telehealth company that removes the traditional barriers to therapy and make mental health care more accessible to everyone. Today, it is the world’s largest therapy service — providing professional, affordable, and personalized therapy in a convenient online format with a network of over 30,000 licensed therapists that have helped millions of people.
Offer - BetterHelp is providing 6 months of therapy at no cost for individuals who have been impacted by the war in Israel. Click Get Started to sign up and get matched to a licensed therapist.
Relevant Audience - Anyone affected by the war
RuH Care
About - Ruh Care is an online therapy platform that connects users to licensed Muslim therapists via chat, phone, and live video chats.
Offer - Free online therapy for anyone impacted by the recent war, whether Palestinian or not, anywhere worldwide. The exact number of free sessions is at the discretion of each therapist but should be between 1-4. The free therapy sessions are intended for short-term crisis counseling and not for long-term therapy.
Relevant Audience - The service is directed to the Muslim community but the offer is open to anyone.
talk space
About - Talkspace, an American-Israeli company that has been providing online psychological support for years.
Offer - Talkspace is making available to the general public a service of counseling and mental support by experts for free. Anyone experiencing mental health challenges due to the situation is invited to register for free in the dedicated system developed by Talkspace, especially for them.
The system assigns each user a professional from the fields of psychiatry, psychology, social work, and art therapy, who will provide him with a personal and discreet service in Hebrew for free.
This service includes up to four meetings via text messages, video calls or voice calls - according to the user's needs and preferences.
Relevant Audience - Anyone affected by the war
Ozen LaLev
About - Ozen LaLev is a volunteer based organization focused on mental and emotional support
Offer - Conversations at no cost via a hotline, phone calls, and video calls, as well as face-to-face meetings. The service is offered for free to anyone.
Relevant Audience - Hebrew speakers
The line
About - Al Khat operates a hotline for LGBTQ people in Palestinian society.
Offer - The service is for anyone feeling distress and operates on Sundays and Wednesdays between the hours of 17:00 - 21:00 via phone and chat as well.
Relevant Audience - LGBTQ Palestinians
Akshiva
About - Emotional and mental support and response for ultra-Orthodox youth and adults online. With 108 therapists, rabbis and education and counseling personnel, Akshiva helps in a completely anonymous and discreet way.
Offer - Emotional and mental support and response for ultra-Orthodox youth and adults online.
Relevant Audience - Orthodox Jewish
Havinenu
About - Havinenu offers, within the framework of the "Hashivam" program, support and tools to calm anxiety for children and adults. At the support center there is access to mental-first-aid training, a chat center, and a hotline for all who need it, specifically catering the Orthodox Jewish community.
Offer - At the support center there is access to mental-first-aid training, a chat center, and a hotline for all who need it, specifically catering the Orthodox Jewish community.
Relevant Audience - Orthodox Jewish
Hila Centers
About - With over 40 years of experience in therapeutic and community work, Hila is a leader in loss and bereavement therapy. The Hila Center provides individual, marital, family, and group therapy, and psychological counseling, and it also activates a wide variety of social activities to provide a therapeutic framework for confronting pain and creating meaning and value in life.
Offer - Treatment is provided without a waiting period, with privacy and sensitivity to the cultural background of the patient. After a conversation, the treatment plan is drawn up, taking into account the language of the conversation, the gender of the therapist, and the patient’s preferred method of treatment.
Relevant Audience - Anyone affected by the war
Psychological First Aid (PFA) is an evidence-informed modular approach developed by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network and the National Center for PTSD to assist individuals of all ages and families in the immediate aftermath of disasters and terrorism. It acknowledges that those affected may face new challenges and struggle with various reactions, encompassing physical, psychological, behavioral, and spiritual aspects. PFA aims to reduce initial distress, promote short- and long-term adaptive functioning, and does not assume that all survivors will develop severe mental health problems. Instead, it emphasizes compassionate support from disaster responders to facilitate recovery by addressing a range of early reactions experienced by those affected.
- Adi
Offer - Adi offers several services for families with people with disabilities. The organization offers training for family members, orientation, a hotline, support groups, and now the possibility of emotional response via Zoom including parental guidance for children. Adi is offering up to 3 meetings free of charge.
Relevant audience - Family members of people with disabilities
Hotline - (+972)-1800-201-077
Email - adi4u@adi-il.org
The information in this handbook is intended to help you understand reactions to an act of terrorism or mass violence. You may or may not experience these reactions. This handbook is not intended to be a substitute for the role of professionals with expertise in counseling trauma victims. Nothing in life can prepare you for the horror of an act of terrorism that robs you of your sense of security. No one expects such a thing to happen. Violent crime is an abnormal event and terrorism is even more rare.
This guide offers guidance for adults, assisting children in coping with the emotional impact of violence. It advises modeling calm behavior, reassuring safety, and explaining the roles of trustworthy authorities. Encouraging open communication, maintaining routines, and monitoring exposure to distressing content are emphasized. The resource suggests providing outlets for students to help, being aware of those at greater risk, and keeping communication lines open between home and school. Lastly, it highlights the importance of monitoring one's own stress level and seeking support when needed.
If you or someone you know in Israel is seeking support following a traumatic event or emergency, the Resilience Centers offer valuable assistance. Established in collaboration with the Government of Israel and the Israel Trauma Coalition, these 12 centers operate in specific regions, including the Southern region, Gaza Envelope, and Judea and Samaria. Staffed by trained professionals, community activists, and volunteers, these centers serve as central addresses for immediate, multidisciplinary, and proactive intervention. Whether you are looking for assistance in emergency preparedness, crisis response, or post-crisis recovery, the Resilience Centers provide comprehensive support. To connect with them and access their services, consider reaching out to the relevant center in your specific region. Your local Resilience Center can provide personalized guidance and assistance tailored to your needs during challenging times.
Relevant Audience - Israeli Citizens
Offer - A variety of hotlines based on geographic location and need. These hotlines come with additional resources and phone numbers to call based on specific needs. These hotlines are meant for crisis response.
Relevant Audience - Israeli Citizens
Free and anonymous emotional support, as well as professional psychological assistance, tailored for Olim and Returning Residents. Available in various languages, this service allows you to talk to a mental health advisor. If you find yourself overwhelmed, lost, or lonely, consider reaching out from Sunday to Thursday between 16:00 and 21:00 to talk with them and receive support that understands your unique situation.
Relevant Audience - Israeli Citizens
Hotline - *3201 (only in Israel)
Natal is a vital resource for Israelis facing anxiety, stress, or trauma, offering a 24/7 help line and trauma healing center. An "Iron Dome for the heart," Natal stands as a beacon of support, providing a lifeline for those navigating the emotional aftermath of distressing experiences. Offering a comprehensive range of services, Natal plays a crucial role in fostering resilience and healing within the community, ensuring that Israelis have access to immediate assistance and resources to navigate the challenges of anxiety, stress, and trauma.
Relevant Audience - Israeli Citizens
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About
The war in Israel and Gaza has already affected millions of individuals with varying degrees of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), secondary PTSD, and general anxiety. If these conditions are not properly treated, they risk perpetuating a cycle of ongoing trauma, crises, violence, and deteriorating mental well-being.
We’ve created a directory of services below that provide support for those grappling with the profound impact the war has on their mental health. We’ve collected a comprehensive array of resources, counseling services, and therapeutic interventions to address the diverse needs of individuals experiencing severe to moderate PTSD and anxiety. This initiative stands as a compassionate response, fostering a space where individuals can find solace and professional guidance to navigate their emotional challenges.
All services offered here are either free or subsidized to be more affordable. We invite anyone who is affected by the conflict to use these resources.
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We are always looking for more resources, support, and organizations offering help to those in need. If you are affiliated with an organization or know organizations that can help and diversify the audiences we can reach, please reach out to us with any suggestions, offers, or feedback.
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