Crisis Support Lines
IT’S OKAY TO ASK FOR HELP.
Whether you’re in crisis or are looking for help for a friend or family member, there are dozens of organizations available to help you deal with a variety of immediate concerns, from crises and domestic violence to sexual violence and substance abuse. Most of these hotlines are available 24 hours a day. They can help you with whatever level of assistance you need — from general information about the topic to help you find an immediate intervention. In this pocket guide, you’ll find a list of hotlines, organized by topic, that provide 24/7 confidential support.
Alcohol
aa.org or (212) 870-3400
al-anon.org or (800) 356-9996
Bullying
StopBullying.gov or 988
Child Abuse
ChildHelpHotline.org or 800-422-4453
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Domestic Violence
TheHotline.org or 800-799-7233
Depression & Panic Disorders
SAMHSA.gov or 988
MentalHealthHotline.org or 866-903-3787
Eating Disorders
NationalEatingDisorders.org or 800-399-7273
Gambling
GamblerAanonymous.org or 1-800-GAMBLER
Grief
VictimsOfCrime.org or 800-445-4808
LGBTQ+
TheTrevorProject.org 866-488-7386
LGBTHotline.org 800-246-7743
Mental Health
NAMI.org, 800-950-6264 or Text NAMI to 741741
Narcotics
na.org or 800-950-6264
Poison
PoisonCenters.org or 800-222-1222
Pornography
Pregnancy
PlannedParenthood.org or 800-230-7526
Self Harm
CrisisTextLine.org or Text CONNECT to 741741
Sexual Addiction
sash.net or 800-321-2066
Sexual Assault
SafeHelpLine.org or 877-995-5247
ContactHuntington.com or 866-399-7273
rainn.org or 800-856-HOPE
Stalking
TheHotline.org or 800-799-7233
STI/STD
CDC.gov or 800-227-8922
TeenLineOnline.org or 800-342-2437
Substance Abuse
samhas.gov, 800-662-HELP or Text NAMI to 741741
Suicide
988LifeLine.org or 988
BoysTown.org or 800-448-3000
Teen Dating Violence
LoveIsRespect.org, 866-331-9474 or Text LOVEIS to 22522
WV Crisis Resources
844-HELP4WV
Reminder: If you are in immediate danger or need urgent medical assistance, always start by calling 911, so that emergency responders can provide help as quickly as possible.