What number do I call for a mental health crisis in the US?

Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, 24/7. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Safety Planning & Crisis Resources

Tools and resources to support you or a loved one during difficult times.

Immediate Crisis Support

If you are in immediate danger, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) crisistextline.org

You can also text HOME to 741741 for Crisis Text Line.

Common questions

What number do I call for a mental health crisis in the US?: Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, 24/7. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
How do I text for crisis support?: Use Crisis Text Line at crisistextline.org, or text HOME to 741741.

Personal Safety Plan

Create your own plan for crises, self-harm, or suicidal thoughts.

Start Plan

Domestic Violence Safety Plan

Create a personal safety plan for domestic violence situations.

Start Plan

Reasons For Living

When times feel overwhelming, remember the things that bring meaning and hope to your life.

To accomplish your life goals

To travel to favorite locations

To experience something new

To spend time with favorite people

To witness another sunrise or sunset

To care for a pet or loved one who needs you

To see how your story unfolds

To hear your favorite song one more time

Warning Signs

Mind going blank
Throwing things
Pessimistic thoughts about self
Feeling hot
Going quiet and shutting down
Crying uncontrollably
Breathing quickly
Feeling sick to the stomach
Suicidal or homicidal thoughts

Making The Environment Safe

Only take medications as prescribed; lock away excess.
Keep sharp objects away.
Keep your safety plan easily accessible.

Internal Coping Strategies

Going for a walk / Exercising
Deep breathing / Meditation
Holding an ice cube / Drinking a cold beverage
Taking a shower or bath
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Listening to music

Distractions (People/Places)

Family members & Friends
Libraries / Coffee shops
Favorite stores / Movie theaters

Support Networks & Helplines

Crisis Lines

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Call or text 988 or chat live online
Boys Town National Hotline Call 800-448-3000 or Text VOICE to 20121
National Parent Youth Helpline Call or text 855-427-2736
OASAS HOPEline (Gambling/Chemical Dependency) 1-877-8-467369 or text HOPENY (467369)

Domestic Violence

National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233 | Text "START" to 88788
Safe Horizon 1-800-621-4673
Day One (Teens up to 24) Call 1.800.214.4150 or Text 646.535.3291

LGBTQ+ Supports

The Trevor Project Call 1-866-488-7386 | Text "START" to 678-678
LGBT National Help Center Hotline: 888-843-4564 | Youth Talkline: 800-246-7743
Coming Out Support Hotline 888-688-5428

In brief

The crisis resources page at Elumina Psychotherapy is a guide for safety planning and urgent mental health help in the United States. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

For a mental health crisis, call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, which answers 24 hours a day. You can also use Crisis Text Line at crisistextline.org, or text HOME to 741741.

This page is for you or a loved one during a difficult time. It collects helplines and safety-planning tools so the next step is visible without searching. Elumina Psychotherapy does not monitor this website around the clock, and the site is not a substitute for emergency care. Use 988, 911, or an emergency room when the danger is happening now. The rest of the guide covers personal safety plans and domestic-violence safety plans that you can read when you are able.