Support, any time you need it.
Therapy is one form of support among many. Below are crisis lines, simple grounding practices, and community resources you can turn to between sessions or in a difficult moment.
In a crisis
Call or text 988If you’re thinking about harming yourself or are in immediate danger, please reach out right away. These services are free and confidential.
- Call or text 988 · 24/7
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential support for anyone in distress.
- Text HOME to 741741 · 24/7
Crisis Text Line
Text-based support with a trained crisis counselor.
- Call 911
Emergency services
For any immediate, life-threatening emergency.
- 1-800-662-4357 · 24/7
SAMHSA National Helpline
Treatment referral and information for mental health and substance use.
- Dial 988 then press 1 · or text 838255
Veterans Crisis Line
Confidential support for Veterans and their loved ones.
- 1-800-799-7233 · 24/7
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Support, safety planning, and resources.
A few things you can try in the moment
Simple, evidence-informed exercises to help settle your nervous system. They’re not a substitute for care, but they can help you find a little steadiness.
Box breathing
- 1 Inhale through your nose for 4 counts.
- 2 Hold gently for 4 counts.
- 3 Exhale slowly for 4 counts.
- 4 Hold for 4 counts — then repeat 4–5 times.
5-4-3-2-1 grounding
- 1 Notice 5 things you can see.
- 2 4 things you can feel.
- 3 3 things you can hear.
- 4 2 things you can smell, and 1 you can taste.
The longer exhale
- 1 Breathe in for a count of 4.
- 2 Breathe out for a count of 6–8.
- 3 Let each exhale be longer than the inhale.
- 4 Continue for one to two minutes.
Local organizations
A curated list of trusted local organizations and support groups will live here.
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Organization 1
Name, focus, and contact details coming soon.
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Organization 2
Name, focus, and contact details coming soon.
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Organization 3
Name, focus, and contact details coming soon.
The resources on this page are provided for general information and are not a substitute for professional care or emergency services. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.