Support
You don't have to carry it alone.
These are free, confidential, and staffed by real people. You don't need to be in a crisis to reach out — "I'm having a hard night" is reason enough.
In immediate danger? Call 911 (US) or your local emergency number.
Right now
Free, confidential, any time. Real people, trained for exactly this.
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline US
Free, confidential, 24/7. Call or text, or chat online.
Call or text 988
988lifeline.org ↗ -
Crisis Text Line US
Text with a trained volunteer, any time.
Text HOME to 741741
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The Trevor Project US
Support for LGBTQ+ young people.
Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678
www.thetrevorproject.org ↗ -
Trans Lifeline US
Peer support run by and for trans people.
Call 877-565-8860
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Find a Helpline Global
Free helplines in over 130 countries.
findahelpline.com ↗ -
Emergency services Global
If you or someone else is in immediate danger.
Call 911 (US) or your local emergency number
Finding ongoing help
Not in crisis, but know you need more support? Like "I need a therapist." These can help you find it.
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NAMI HelpLine US
Free support, information, and referrals for mental health — not a crisis line, just people who can help you figure out next steps. Weekdays 10am–10pm ET.
Call 800-950-6264 or text "helpline" to 62640
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Warmlines US
Peer-run lines for when you just need someone to talk to and it isn't an emergency. Staffed by people who have been there.
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Psychology Today therapist finder US
Search therapists near you by insurance, cost, and what you want help with. Many offer online sessions.
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Open Path Collective US
Lower-cost therapy for people who can't afford full price, in person or online.
openpathcollective.org ↗
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