If you or someone you know is struggling, there are resources available. If you’re in immediate physical danger, please contact emergency services or a suicide hotline immediately.
Crisis resources in the U.S.
| Resource | Who it’s for | How to reach them |
| 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline | Anyone having thoughts of suicide, in an emotional crisis, or supporting someone who is | Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org — free, confidential, 24/7 |
| Crisis Text Line | Anyone in crisis who’d rather text than talk on the phone | Text HOME to 741741, available 24/7 |
| Veterans Crisis Line | Veterans, service members, and their families | Call 988, then press 1, or text 838255 |
| The Trevor Project | LGBTQ+ young people under 25 in crisis or needing someone to talk to. | Call 1-866-488-7386, available 24/7 — check thetrevorproject.org for current text/chat options |
These services are free and confidential, and you don't need to be in a crisis to reach out, it's okay to call just because you're having a hard time.
Other mental health support in the U.S.
Support is available for ongoing concerns, too, including stress, anxiety, grief, disordered eating, or job-search burnout.
| Resource | Who it’s for | How to reach them |
| SAMHSA National Helpline | Anyone navigating a mental health or substance use issue, including family members looking for guidance | Call 1-800-662-4357 (1-800-662-HELP), available 24/7/365, for free mental health and substance use information and treatment referrals.” |
| National Alliance for Eating Disorders Helpline | Anyone seeking help finding eating-disorder treatment and support, for themselves or someone else. | Call 866-662-1235, weekdays 9am–7pm ET, or visit allianceforeatingdisorders.com |
| Your school's counseling center | Currently enrolled students | Check your school’s counseling website for available services. Eligibility, availability, and costs vary. |
| Your employer's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) | Eligible employees and, depending on the plan, dependents | Check your employer’s benefits information or ask HR about access. Eligibility, availability, and costs vary; contractors may not be covered. |
Resources outside the U.S.
If you are outside of the US you can find support in your country at findahelpline.com, which lists crisis lines by country. If you are in immediate danger, please seek urgent medical help.
These resources are provided by independent organizations. Handshake does not provide crisis counseling or emergency services.