Crisis & Emergency Resources

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 988. If you or someone you know is in crisis—whether they are considering suicide or not—dial 988 to reach the toll-free Lifeline so you can speak directly to a trained crisis counselor. Calls are free, confidential, and available 24/7.

Crisis Text Line. Text HOME to 741741. The Crisis Text Line offers free, 24/7, confidential support to people in crisis.

The Trevor Project supports LGBTQ people under age 25 with 24/7 access to trained crisis support. Call 1-866-488-7386 or Text “Start” to 678678.

Trans Lifeline is a trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support and resources they need to survive and thrive. Trans Lifeline’s peer support hotline is run by and for trans people. They’re available 7am-1am PST / 9am-3am CST / 10am-4am EST at 877-565-8860

The Icarus Project, a support network and education project by and for people who experience the world in ways that are often diagnosed as mental illness. They offer a Crisis Toolkit which includes resources that may provide perspective, comfort, and/or tools that could be of assistance to people experiencing various sorts of tough times.

Call 911. If you, or a loved one is experiencing a mental health emergency and feel at risk of hurting yourself or someone else, it may be necessary to call 911 and notify the operator that it is a psychiatric emergency. Ask for an officer trained in crisis intervention, or in psychiatric emergencies.

Resources for Domestic Violence or Sexual Assault

National Domestic Violence Hotline. Call 800-799-SAFE (7233) or chat online. Trained expert advocates are available 24/7 to provide confidential support to anyone experiencing domestic violence or seeking resources and information. Help is available in Spanish and other languages.

National Sexual Assault Hotline. Call 800-656-HOPE (4673). Connect with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area that offers access to a range of free services. Crisis chat support is available at Online Hotline. Free help, 24/7.

Lower Fee or Pro Bono Counseling

If you cannot afford the reduced rates offered through Open Path, we recommend searching online for “community mental health” in your area. Many cities offer free, or reduced fee, clinics that may be able to connect you with mental health support.

You can also search online for “pro bono counseling” to see if there are any therapists who offer totally free sessions in your community.

Substance Use Prevention & Support

Detox Local – A list of mental health and substance use resources specifically for the AAPI (American Asian and Pacific Islander) community.

Live Another Day – Information on mental health and substance use resources for people of color. Their mission is to provide equal access to life-saving resources.

 

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