988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or text 988 | Chat via website
24/7, free, confidential support for suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or mental health crises
Emergency Services Call 911 if you or someone else is in immediate danger
Text & Chat Support
Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741
24/7 support for anxiety, depression, crisis, or just needing someone to talk to
LGBTQ+ Support
The Trevor Project (for LGBTQ+ youth) 1-866-488-7386 Text START to 678678 Chat via website
24/7 crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ young people
Trans Lifeline 877-565-8860
Peer support run by and for trans individuals
Note: The LGBTQ-specific option within 988 was discontinued in 2025, but 988 still supports everyone, and organizations like Trevor Project remain active independently
Veterans & Military
Veterans Crisis Line Call 988, then press 1 Text 838255
24/7 confidential support for veterans and their families
Youth & Young Adults
Teen Line 1-800-852-8336 (evenings) Text TEEN to 839863
Boys Town National Hotline 1-800-448-3000
Crisis support for youth, parents, and families
Abuse, Assault & Domestic Violence
National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233 Text START to 88788
RAINN (Sexual Assault Hotline) 800-656-HOPE (4673) Online chat available
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-4-A-CHILD (422-4453)
Substance Use & Addiction
SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Treatment referrals & support for substance use
General Emotional Support
Samaritans (U.S.) 877-870-4673
24/7 emotional support if you just need someone to listen