You're not alone. Connect with trained counselors and support resources available around the clock — by phone, text, or chat.
Find specialized support for your specific needs. All listed services are free and confidential.
Free, confidential support for people in distress. Prevention of suicides and crises for everyone. Connects you with trained crisis counselors.
Free, 24/7 crisis support via text message. Connect with a trained Crisis Counselor by texting a keyword to 741741.
Free, confidential treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
24/7 support for survivors of domestic violence. Confidential advocacy, safety planning, and local resource referrals.
Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ young people under 25. Includes TrevorSpace — a safe online community.
Confidential support for veterans and their loved ones. Connects you with trained VA crisis counselors who understand military culture.
24/7 confidential support for children and adults about child abuse. Trained bilingual crisis counselors available.
Free support and resources for people struggling with eating disorders and their loved ones. Confidential guidance and referrals.
The nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. Operates the National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline. Free and confidential.
Free, confidential support for anyone experiencing grief and loss. Trained grief counselors available by phone or online.
Support is available everywhere. Find crisis helplines in your country.
Supplement your helpline support with these additional resources and tools.
Mobile applications that provide immediate coping tools, breathing exercises, and direct access to crisis support when you need it most.
Explore Apps →Evidence-based guides and worksheets for managing anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and other mental health challenges.
Read Guides →Connect with others who understand. Find moderated online and in-person support groups for various mental health conditions.
Find Groups →Free guided meditations, breathing exercises, and mindfulness practices to help manage stress and anxiety in the moment.
Start Practicing →Resources for friends and family on how to support a loved one in crisis, have difficult conversations, and find professional help.
Learn How →Browse our directory of licensed therapists who accept insurance and offer sliding-scale fees. Online and in-person options available.
Search Therapists →Immediate steps to take if you or someone you know is in crisis.
Call 988, text HOME to 741741, or contact any helpline listed above. You don't have to face this alone — help is available right now.
If possible, remove or secure any items that could be used to cause harm. Ask a trusted person to help you with this step.
Reach out to a trusted friend, family member, or neighbor. Let someone know what you're going through — connection saves lives.
Try the 5-4-3-2-1 technique: Name 5 things you see, 4 you can touch, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, and 1 you taste. This brings you to the present.
Write down warning signs, coping strategies, people to contact, and professional resources. Share it with someone you trust.
After the crisis passes, connect with a therapist or counselor. Ongoing support is key to long-term healing and prevention.
Yes! All helplines listed on this page are completely free to call, text, or chat with. Your conversations are confidential and protected by privacy laws. Counselors cannot share your information without your consent, except in cases of imminent danger to yourself or others.
Helplines are staffed by trained crisis counselors. Some are licensed mental health professionals, while others are extensively trained volunteers. All counselors undergo rigorous training in crisis intervention, active listening, and safety assessment.
Absolutely. Many helplines offer text-based support, including the Crisis Text Line (text HOME to 741741), The Trevor Project (text START to 678678), and the Veterans Crisis Line (text 838255). Text support is ideal if you can't speak aloud or prefer written communication.
Yes! Helplines welcome calls from anyone seeking help — whether it's for yourself or for someone you care about. Counselors can guide you on how best to support the person in crisis and what resources to access.
There's no limit. You can call, text, or chat as many times as you need. Crisis counselors understand that healing isn't linear and are there to support you every time you reach out.
Some US helplines may accept international calls, but we strongly recommend using local resources. We've included a section with helpline numbers for several countries. Visit Befrienders.org for a comprehensive international directory.