resources

You’re not alone, and you don’t have to do this by yourself.
Below are hotlines, organizations, and tools to support you or someone you care about. Whether you need immediate help or just want to learn more, this is a safe place to start.

Crisis & Immediate Support

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 any time, 24/7. Free and confidential support in the U.S.
https://988lifeline.org

Crisis Text Line

Text HELLO to 741741 to chat with a trained crisis counselor.
https://www.crisistextline.org

Trevor Project

Text, chat, or call 1-866-488-7386 for LGBTQ+ mental health support.
https://www.thetrevorproject.org

Hey Sam

A peer-to-peer text line for people 15–24 who need someone to talk to.
Text SAM to 439-726 (available 9am–12am EST).
https://samaritanshope.org/hey-sam

Mental Health Education & Support

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)

Mental health education, peer support, and advocacy.
https://www.nami.org

The Jed Foundation

Focused on protecting emotional health and preventing suicide in teens.
https://jedfoundation.org

Teen Line

Call or text with trained teen listeners.
teenline.org

Mental Health America

Mental health screening tools, information, and support for all ages.
mhanational.org

Tools for Expression & Coping

Not OK App

Instantly alert trusted contacts when you’re struggling.
notokapp.com

Daylio / Mood Tracker Apps

Track your emotions with daily logs and charts.
Available in the App Store/Google Play

Mental Health Writing Prompts

“What’s something I’m carrying?”
“What would I tell a friend feeling this way?”
“What do I wish someone knew about me?”
“What does healing look like for me?”

Calm Classroom / Breathing Tools

Use free apps or videos to try grounding and breathing exercises.