National
Mental Health Programme
Government of India
To address the huge burden of mental disorders and shortage
of qualified professionals in the field of mental health, the
Government of India has been implementing the National Mental
Health Programme (NMHP) since 1982
Mumbai
Manav
Foundation
Rehabilitation
services
Counselling
For Adults
Caregiver
Support
Reintegration
Support
Vocational
Support
Nizamabad, Mumbai, Vadodara, Bhavnagar
MINDS Foundation
Founded in 2011, the MINDS Foundation aims to eliminate the
stigma around mental illness through education, training, and
access to cost-effective, high-quality care. They collaborate
with local stakeholders—teachers, village and community leaders,
local governments, and clinicians—to deliver mental health programs.
By integrating arts, media, and storytelling, they aim to increase
conversations around mental health.
Website:
Contact: amehrotra@mindsfoundation.org,
+91-903-383-7227
2. Mindroot Foundation
Established in 2016 in Jaipur, Rajasthan, Mindroot Foundation
aims to empower individuals through education and access to
resources to overcome mental health challenges and lead fulfilling
lives. Its initiatives focus on raising awareness, providing
counselling and treatment, and fostering a stigma-free environment.
The organization works to bridge treatment gaps by improving
mental health infrastructure, professional training, and accessibility.
Website: www.mindroot.org
Contact: info@mindroot.org,
+91-9352572799
3. White Swan Foundation
White Swan Foundation for Mental Health is a Delhi-based NGO
that offers knowledge-led solutions in the area of mental health.
Their team collaborates with mental health experts and like-minded
organisations to provide well-researched, accessible information
for patients, caregivers, and the general public, helping them
make informed decisions about mental health issues.
Website: https://www.whiteswanfoundation.org
Contact: connect@whiteswanfoundation.org
4. The Banyan
Based in Chennai, the NGO is committed to empowering individuals
with psychosocial disabilities and advancing their full inclusion
in society. They work to provide mental health care to those
living in poverty and homelessness via culturally resonant clinical
and social care pathways. The services include hospital-based
care, community housing in rural and urban areas, and clinic-based
mental health interventions.
Website: thebanyan.org
Contact: contact@thebanyan.org,
+91-9677121099
5. Lone Pack
Lone Pack strives to shatter the stigma that surrounds mental
health issues by fostering open dialogue about mental health
in a safe and inclusive environment. It runs programs like LonePack
Buddy, an anonymous mail-based support program, and LonePack
Letters campaigns to spread awareness and support for mental
health.
Website: lonepack.org
Contact: contact@lonepack.org
6. AASRA
Located in Mumbai, AASRA is a unit of global NGO Befrienders
Worldwide/Samaritans. It aims to provide voluntary, professional,
and essentially confidential care and support to the depressed
and suicidal. AASRA’s objective is to alleviate human misery
through active listening—offering non-judgmental, non-critical
care to anyone experiencing anxiety, stress, or despair.
Website: www.aasra.info
Contact: aasrahelpline@yahoo.com,
022-27546667
7. Samaritans Mumbai
Samaritans Mumbai was the first branch of the Samaritans (UK)
to be established outside of England. It offers an emotional
support helpline for individuals experiencing stress, depression,
or suicidal thoughts. The organization is known for working
closely with sister organizations in India and globally to support
mental health and provide a listening ear to those in need.
Website: www.samaritansmumbai.com
Contact: samaritans.helpline@gmail.com,
+91-8422984528/29/30
8. Manas Foundation
It is a Delhi-based organisation working on the issues of mental
health and gender justice. Their work entails embedding mental
health services within private and public institutions, making
care accessible and affordable for the most vulnerable.
Website: manasfoundation.org.in
Contact: info@manasfoundation.org.in,
+91-11-41708517 / +91-8209688277
9. Suicide Prevention
India Foundation (SPIF)
SPIF is one of India’s first organizations dedicated to prevent
suicide. In collaboration with the QPR institute, it offers
gatekeeping training that equips individuals with the skills
to recognize signs of suicide and provide immediate support.
SPIF aims to create a community base for organizations and individuals
involved or interested in awareness creation, self care, research,
advocacy, training and suicide prevention.
Website: https://spif.in/
Contact: Tele Manas
14416
10. Vandrevala Foundation
Established in 2009, the organisation provides free, 24/7 mental
health support and psychological counseling through its helpline.
They offer support for individuals experiencing distress related
to depression, trauma, relationship conflict, and more. The
foundation also runs
a Skill Academy to train employees and volunteers in crisis
intervention.
Website: www.vandrevalafoundation.com
USA
Selena
Gomez : Rare Impact Foundation
India
The
Live Love Laugh Foundation
Sangath, Goa
The Banyan, Tamil Nadu, Kerala,
and Maharashtra
Ashadeep, Assam and
the North-East
The MINDS Foundation,
rural areas
Mindroot Foundation,
Jaipur
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