Find help for mental health
Find emergency hotlines, counseling, and treatment options for help with mental health.
Mental health hotlines
- For emergency help - call 911.
- For suicidal thoughts and behavior - dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. You can also reach them at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255).
- For mental health issues after a disaster - contact the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990.
- For veterans experiencing a crisis - contact the Veterans Crisis Line at 988 (then press 1).
- For people experiencing domestic violence - contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233).
Find treatment for mental health issues
Health centers and behavioral health treatment facilities can provide services that can help.
- Locate a health center near you to make an appointment for mental health services.
- Find a behavioral health treatment facility. These facilities offer help with mental health issues or substance abuse.
- Find free or low-cost treatment through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Locate health centers, support groups, or get information from your state’s mental health or substance abuse agency. These services can help if you do not have insurance or are struggling to pay for treatment after insurance has covered qualifying services.
- Learn how to participate in a mental health treatment clinical trial with the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).
- Find mental health services for veterans and their family members. These services can help with depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other issues.
LAST UPDATED: December 2, 2024
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