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FAQs
What is Mental Armor?
Mental Armor is a mission‑driven initiative dedicated to helping people build resilience, strengthen mental well‑being, and combat burnout. Through education, resources, and community support, we equip individuals with the skills and knowledge they need to face life’s challenges with strength and confidence.
Who is Mental Armor for?
Mental Armor is designed for individuals in high‑stress environments who want to strengthen their mental resilience, including:
- First responders (police, fire, EMS)
- Veterans and active duty military
- Healthcare professionals
- Spiritual and community leaders
- Anyone interested in improving their mental well‑being
How does Mental Armor work?
Mental Armor provides a range of free and paid resources, including:
- Online training and workshops
- Webinars on resilience skills
- Downloadable toolkits and guides
- Curated crisis support resources
Our approach focuses on skill‑building, awareness, and creating a community that supports mental wellness.
Is Mental Armor a therapy or treatment program?
No. Mental Armor is not a medical or therapeutic service. It is an educational and community resource designed to teach resilience skills and connect people to support services. For clinical or emergency care, please use the crisis hotlines listed on our Resources page.
What does “building mental armor” mean?
Building mental armor means developing the skills and mindset to face stress, adversity, and trauma in a healthy way. It’s about strengthening your emotional, cognitive, and social resilience so you can thrive even in challenging situations.
How long has Mental Armor been in existence?
Mental Armor is the new identity of Empower Texas, which began in 2019. This rebranding reflects our growth and focus on resilience training and well‑being.
How can I get involved with Mental Armor?
You can support and get involved by:
- Attending our workshops and webinars
- Downloading and using our free resources
- Following us on social media
- Volunteering or donating to support our mission
Where can I find crisis support?
Mental Armor provides a comprehensive list of crisis hotlines and resources on our Resources page. For immediate help, you can call or text:
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988
Veterans Crisis Line – Call 1 (800) 273-8255 and press 1
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call 1 (800) 799-7233
Visit our Resources page for a full list of crisis support services.
Are Mental Armor’s resources free?
Many of our tools, guides, and webinars are available free of charge. Certain trainings and workshops may have a fee — these will be clearly indicated.
Crisis Hotlines
National Hotlines
988 Suicide Prevention Lifeline—you can call
988
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Other Hotlines including:
• Elder Abuse Hotline Texas – (800) 252-5400
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• Human Trafficking Hotline – (888) 373-7888
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• National Domestic Violence Hotline – (800) 799-7233
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• National Sexual Abuse Hotline – (800) 656-4673
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• Texas Family Protective Services – (800) 252-5400
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• Veterans Crisis Hotline – (800) 273-8255
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Local Regional Crisis & Behavioral Health Resources in Texas
North Texas Behavioral Health Authority—Crisis:
(866) 260-8000; Main: (877) 653-6363
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LifePath Systems Crisis
in Collin County: (877) 422-5939
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MMHR Crisis
in Tarrant County: (800) 866-2465
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Specialized Population-Specific Support
For veterans and their families, a number of veteran-oriented resources are listed. Empower Texas - We Build Mental Armor