I Need Help Now

When dealing with a mental health problem it is important to not go through it alone. Many times people don't understand the warning signs or are too ashamed to seek help. It's not your fault.

Talk to others. Let a family member or friend know. There are people out there who care about you and can help.

These national organizations are a good starting point:

Knowledge Exchange Network (KEN)
1-800-789-2647 or 1-877-495-0009
Live operators available 8:30 AM — 5 PM EST to refer you to public mental health clinics near you

American Psychological Association
Public Education Line
1-800-964-2000
Live operators available to help you 24/7 refer you to local APA board certified psychologists

American Psychiatric Association Answer Center
1-888-35-PSYCH (1-888-357-7924)
Live operators available 24/7 to refer you to local APA board certified psychiatrists

1-800-THERAPIST
1-800-843-7274
Live counselors 9 AM — 5 PM refer you to various mental health professionals near you.

National Hopeline Network
1-800-SUICIDE
1-800-784-2433
Live certified counselors available 24/7 to help those in immediate distress.

American Mental Health Counselors Association/Provisions Consulting
1-877-956-6400
A toll-free national find a therapist referral service.

National Suicide Prevention Hotline
1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
Counselors available 24/7 for referrals

Partnership for Prescription Assistance has a free clinic finder.
Just go to this website. Type in your zip code. And you can find the closest free mental health help in your area.
www.pparx.org/FreeClinicFinder.php