If you’re feeling overwhelmed and experiencing thoughts of self-harm or suicide, it’s crucial to reach out for help immediately. You don’t have to go through this alone.
- Call 911 if you are in immediate danger or need urgent support.
National Resources:
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Call: 988 (24/7 support)
Website: https://988lifeline.org
A 24/7 confidential hotline offering support to individuals in distress or experiencing suicidal thoughts. -
Crisis Text Line
Text: HOME to 741741 (24/7 support)
Website: https://www.crisistextline.org
A free, confidential text service for individuals experiencing a crisis, offering support via text. -
National Helpline for Mental Health and Substance Use
Call: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Website: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
A free, confidential helpline for mental health and substance use disorders, offering 24/7 support. -
The Trevor Project (for LGBTQ+ individuals)
Call: 1-866-488-7386
Text: START to 678678
Website: https://www.thetrevorproject.org
A helpline for LGBTQ+ youth, providing crisis support and resources.
Baltimore, Maryland-Specific Resources:
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Baltimore Crisis Response, Inc. (BCRI)
Call: 410-433-5175 (24/7 support)
Website: https://www.baltimorecrisisresponse.org
Provides mobile crisis services, helping individuals in psychiatric distress and offering support to families. -
Baltimore Behavioral Health Crisis Center
Address: 201 W. Baltimore St., Baltimore, MD 21201
Call: 410-433-5175
Website: https://www.baltimorehealth.org
A 24/7 walk-in facility offering emergency psychiatric evaluations, stabilization, and referrals. -
Maryland Mobile Crisis Team (Baltimore Region)
Call: 1-800-422-0009 (24/7 support)
Provides immediate crisis intervention and mental health support, including mobile crisis services in Baltimore. -
Sheppard Pratt Crisis Services
Call: 410-938-3000
Website: https://www.sheppardpratt.org
Offers emergency mental health services, including psychiatric evaluations, crisis stabilization, and inpatient care. -
Johns Hopkins Medicine Psychiatric Emergency Services
Address: 600 N. Wolfe St., Baltimore, MD 21287
Call: 410-955-5212
Website: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org
Provides urgent psychiatric care, crisis intervention, and support for individuals in mental health distress.
Washington, D.C.-Specific Resources:
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DC Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) Crisis Services
Call: 1-888-793-4357 (24/7 support)
Text: 202-885-5570 (Text a crisis)
Website: https://dbh.dc.gov
Offers 24/7 crisis intervention and behavioral health support services for residents of Washington, D.C. -
Mobile Crisis Services – DC
Call: 1-888-793-4357 (for in-home crisis response)
Mobile crisis teams provide immediate psychiatric evaluations and support in the community. -
The Suicide Prevention Hotline – DC
Call: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or text 741741 for support
Available 24/7 for individuals experiencing thoughts of suicide or severe emotional distress. -
Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES) at the George Washington University Hospital
Address: 900 23rd St NW, Washington, D.C. 20037
Call: 202-715-7600
Offers emergency psychiatric services, including evaluations and treatment for individuals in crisis. -
National Capital Treatment and Recovery (NCTR) – DC
Call: 1-800-667-6718 (24/7)
Website: https://www.nctrdc.org
Provides support and treatment for individuals facing mental health and substance use issues, with specialized services for emergency situations.
Additional Local Resources:
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The Warmline (for peer support)
Call: 1-800-422-0009
A non-crisis support line where individuals can talk with trained peers for emotional support and guidance. -
Maryland Crisis Hotline
Call: 211 (or 1-800-273-TALK for suicide prevention)
Website: https://www.211md.org
A statewide resource for mental health services, providing 24/7 support, information, and crisis intervention. -
United Medical Center Crisis Center (DC)
Address: 1310 Southern Ave SE, Washington, D.C.
Call: 202-574-7000
Offers mental health emergency services, including psychiatric assessments, and walk-in crisis care.
These resources are available for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis or in need of immediate support. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help—you’re not alone.