ONLY AVAILABLE FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS
Your mental health
deserves real support
Free, culturally responsive therapy for mamas, women and birthing individuals who are pregnant or postpartum and cannot afford the care they need.
Made Possible by Our Supporters
Care that follows the mama, not the budget
What is the Therapy Fund
The BGMH Foundation's Perinatal Mental Health Therapy Fund exists because cost should never be the reason a mama does not get help. The fund covers the cost of perinatal mental health therapy for mamas and birthing people who qualify, connecting them with licensed therapists who specialize in the emotional realities of pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenting.
Every mama funded through this program is matched with a therapist who is trained in perinatal mental health and understands the cultural context she is navigating. Sessions are virtual, confidential, and available throughout the perinatal period.
The Therapy Fund is made possible through the generosity of our funders and individual donors. Every gift directly extends access to one more mama who needs care.
Who This Serves
This program was made for you
The Therapy Fund is designed for mamas and birthing people who need support but cannot afford the full cost of care. If you are unsure whether you qualify, apply anyway. Our team will work through it with you.
You may qualify if you
Are currently pregnant or within two years postpartum
Are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or emotional distress related to pregnancy or postpartum
Face financial barriers to accessing care
Are uninsured, underinsured, or have insurance that does not cover mental health adequately
Are located in California or Georgia
What the fund covers
Individual therapy with a licensed perinatal mental health therapist
Virtual sessions, fully confidential
Ongoing sessions throughout your perinatal period
A culturally responsive match based on your background and preferences
Warm handoff and follow-up from the BGMH Foundation team
Three steps to your first session
How It Works
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Submit Your Application
Fill out our short Therapy Fund Application online. It takes just a few minutes and asks about your situation and needs.
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Our Team Reviews
We review your application and reach out with next steps. Our team is caring, confidential, and here to help you navigate the process.
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Get Connected to a Therapist
If eligible, we match you with a therapist from our culturally responsive provider network who gets your lived experience. Start therapy sessions at no cost to you. You deserve this.
SUPPORT THE MISSION
Help fund one more mama
The Therapy Fund runs entirely on donor support. Every gift directly covers therapy sessions for mamas who need care and cannot afford it. Your donation is what makes this possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our Therapy Fund Program
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Yes. The Therapy Fund Program provides completely free therapy sessions to eligible applicants. There is no cost, no hidden fees, and no insurance required. The program is fully funded through grants and community donors committed to maternal mental health equity.
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Yes. At this time, free therapy vouchers are only available to residents of California. If you live outside California, please contact us at info@bgmhfoundation.org and we will do our best to connect you with other resources.
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Our free therapy is open to Black women and Black birthing individuals who are California residents, currently pregnant or within 12 months postpartum, and who are uninsured, underinsured, or face financial barriers to accessing mental health care.
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Our team aims to review applications as quickly as possible and typically responds within a few business days. If your need is urgent, please indicate that in your application so we can prioritize your review.
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The number of sessions available may vary based on current funding availability. Our team will outline the specific session allotment with you once your application is approved.
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Yes. Your application and all personal information are handled with strict confidentiality. We are committed to protecting your privacy at every step of this process.
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Click the "Apply for Free Therapy" button on this page to access the Therapy Voucher Application. The form is short and takes just a few minutes to complete. Once submitted, our team will review your application and follow up with next steps.
You are not alone.
Let us walk this journey with you.
Take the First Step
Applying takes just a few minutes.
Our team handles the rest. You focus on you.