Crisis Resources
If In Crisis:
For Emergency Response call 911
For Non-Emergency Response (See resources below)
If you or someone you know are faced with a mental health crisis, please call the crisis hotline for the Local Mental Health Authority for your county. Here is the list of Texas mental health crisis hotlines (search by county): https://hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use/mental-health-crisis-services
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
You can also text NAMI to 741-741.
Connect with a trained crisis counselor to receive free, 24/7 crisis support via text message.
If you or someone you know is a danger to themselves or others, please call 911
Many law enforcement agencies have officers who have been trained to respond to persons who may be experiencing a mental health related crisis.
Dial 211 to be connected to Mental Health & Substance Abuse services in your area. You may also visit 211 online.
(800) 950-NAMI (6264)
The Information HelpLine is an information and referral service which can be reached by calling (800) 950-NAMI (6264), Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m., EST
Are You A Veteran In Crisis Or Concerned About One?
Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are Veterans themselves https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
There are many ways to connect with a Responder
Call (800) 273-8255 and press 1
Text 838255
Chat online https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chat
Support for Deaf and hard of hearing, call (800) 799-4889