Crisis Support Resources

You Are Not Alone

If you're in crisis or need immediate support, help is available 24/7. Your safety and wellbeing matter.

What To Do Right Now

If you're in immediate danger

Call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room

If you're having thoughts of self-harm

Call 988 (Suicide Prevention Lifeline) immediately

If you need someone to talk to

Text HOME to 741741 for 24/7 crisis support

If you're experiencing domestic violence

Call 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support

24/7 Crisis Support Lines

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

24/7 crisis support for anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress

988
24/7

Crisis Text Line

Free, 24/7 support for those in crisis via text message

Text HOME to 741741
24/7

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Confidential support for anyone experiencing domestic violence

1-800-799-7233
24/7

RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline

Support for survivors of sexual violence and their loved ones

1-800-656-4673
24/7

SAMHSA National Helpline

Treatment referral and information service for mental health and substance use

1-800-662-4357
24/7

Immediate Self-Care Strategies

Ways to Care for Yourself Right Now

These strategies can help you feel more grounded and safe in this moment

  • Take slow, deep breaths - inhale for 4 counts, hold for 4, exhale for 6
  • Ground yourself by naming 5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear
  • Call a trusted friend, family member, or therapist
  • Remove yourself from triggering environments if possible
  • Practice self-compassion - this feeling will pass
  • Use your coping strategies that have worked before
  • Remind yourself that seeking help is a sign of strength

Finding Professional Support

Professional help can provide ongoing support for your healing journey

Finding a Therapist

  • • Psychology Today therapist directory
  • • Your insurance provider's website
  • • Community mental health centers
  • • Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Types of Trauma Therapy

  • • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization)
  • • Trauma-Focused CBT
  • • Somatic Experiencing
  • • Internal Family Systems (IFS)