Immediate Support

If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or a mental health crisis, call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Immediate Crisis Support

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 Available 24/7

Provides free, confidential support for people experiencing suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, substance use concerns, or a mental health crisis. You can call, text, or chat with a trained crisis counselor.

Rula 24/7 Crisis Line

Call 877-371-5488 Available 24/7

For current Rula clients only. Provides immediate crisis support and helps connect clients to appropriate urgent care resources.

Text HOME to 741741 Available 24/7

Crisis Text Line

Provides free, confidential crisis support by text message. A trained crisis counselor can help you move from a moment of intense distress toward a calmer, safer next step.

Kaiser Permanente Behavioral Health Crisis Line

Call 1-800-900-3277 Available 24/7

Available to anyone, no Kaiser membership required. Provides behavioral health crisis support and guidance for people experiencing emotional distress or urgent mental health concerns.

Warm Lines & Non-Emergency Support

California Peer-Run Warm Line

Call 1-855-845-7415 M/W/F 7am-11pm | Th 8am-10pm

Provides non-emergency emotional support from trained peer counselors with lived experience. This can be a good option when you feel overwhelmed, lonely, anxious, or need someone supportive to talk to, but are not in immediate danger.

Specialized Support Resources

Postpartum Support International

Call 1-833-852-6262 Available 24/7

Provides support for pregnant and postpartum individuals experiencing emotional distress, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, or other perinatal mental health concerns.

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Call 1-800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788 Available 24/7

Provides confidential support, safety planning, and resources for people experiencing relationship abuse, domestic violence, or concerns about relationship safety.

RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline

Call 1-800-656-4673 or text HOPE to 64673 Available 24/7

Provides confidential support for survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones. Support specialists can offer emotional support, information, and referrals to local resources.

Provides crisis and emotional support for LGBTQ+ young people. Trained counselors can support youth and young adults experiencing distress, suicidal thoughts, identity-related stress, bullying, rejection, or safety concerns.

The Trevor Project

Call 866-488-7386 Available 24/7

Additional Resources

California Department of Public Health Crisis Hotlines & Resources

Use this resource to find a broader list of crisis lines, mental health supports, and public health resources in California