Have Hope. Start Anyways

Have Hope. Start Anyways

About What The Hope

Welcome to my little corner of the internet! where adults who have been out of school for a minute (or a decade) can find a lifeline. This page is for anyone juggling full-time jobs, kids, pets, bills, or just the sheer chaos of life while trying to get back to school or take care of their mental health.

Think of this as your “you’ve got this “ hub: resources for adult education, scholarships, and mental health support in Oklahoma; all in one place. I put this together because, honestly, why should navigating life and learning be so complicated?

Spoiler alert: it is complicated. But here you’ll find a little help, a little hope, and maybe even a laugh or two along the way

My Personal Education Story

At sixteen, I left high school to work and help my mom pay our household bills. Although education always mattered to me, survival came first. The dream of finishing school never left, and at twenty-one, I returned to earn my high school diploma, proving that my circumstances did not define my future. My path through higher education was not linear. I began college unsure of my direction, explored different fields, and ultimately found my way back to psychology and mental health. Along the way, I learned that growth often comes from uncertainty and that change is not failure—it is discovery. That perseverance led me to earn my associate’s degree in psychology and sociology, a milestone I once believed was out of reach.

I created What the Hope to be the resource I wish I had during those years. When everything felt like “what the hell?” and I didn’t know where to turn. The name is a reminder that even in confusion, fear, or burnout, hope still exists. This site exists to show others that their path does not have to be perfect to be powerful, and that education, mental health support, and encouragement should be accessible to everyone who is trying to build a better future.

Adult Education & Mental Health Resource Hub

  • Mental Health & Emotional Support

    • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988 24/7 for adults in emotional distress or suicidal thoughts.

    • Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.

    • NAMI HelpLine – 1‑800‑950‑6264 (M–F, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. ET) for support, info, and referrals.

    • Veterans Crisis Line – Call 988, then press 1 or text 838255 for veterans or military-connected adults.

    Substance Use & Behavioral Health

    • SAMHSA National Helpline – 1‑800‑662‑4357 (Confidential help and referrals for adults with substance use or mental health needs).

    • CREOKS Behavioral Health Center – 918‑684‑5433 (Tulsa main line; multiple locations; adult counseling, substance use treatment, and crisis services).

    • Red Rock Behavioral Health Services – 918‑585‑0441 (Adult outpatient counseling, mental health, and substance use support).

    • Central Oklahoma Community Mental Health Center – 405‑271‑6311 (Adult therapy, medication management, and community programs).

    • Hope Community Services, Inc. – 918‑591‑6100 (Adult counseling and recovery programs).

    Domestic Violence / Abuse Support

    • National Domestic Violence Hotline – 1‑800‑799‑7233 (SAFE) (Support & safety planning).

    • Oklahoma Abuse & Neglect Hotline – 1‑800‑522‑3511 (Report abuse or neglect affecting adults or elderly family members).

    • RAINN – National Sexual Assault Hotline – 1‑800‑656‑4673 (Adult survivors of sexual assault).

    • United Way 2‑1‑1– Call 2‑1‑1 to find mental health services, housing, food, and other community support.

    • Oklahoma Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) – 405‑248‑9200 (Adult-focused programs, crisis services, provider directory).