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Struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or substance use? Our counselors are here to listen and help you find the right support — free, confidential, available any hour.

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Three Steps to Getting Help

  1. Call the Hotline

    Dial our free number anytime — day or night. A trained counselor answers within minutes, not a recording.

  2. Talk Confidentially

    Share your situation in your own words. We listen without judgment and ask questions to understand your needs.

  3. Get Matched to Treatment

    We connect you with the right local programs in the United States based on your substance, insurance, and preferences.

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We Help With All Aspects of Mental Health

Our counselors connect you with the right mental health support — whatever you are facing, wherever you are.

See what happens when you call

Anxiety & Panic

Support for generalized anxiety disorder, panic attacks, social anxiety, and phobias — with connections to evidence-based care.

Depression

Compassionate guidance for major depressive disorder, persistent depression, and seasonal affective disorder.

Trauma & PTSD

Safe, confidential support for trauma survivors. We connect you with trauma-informed therapists and PTSD treatment programs.

Crisis Support

Immediate help for anyone in emotional crisis. Our counselors listen without judgment and connect you with local crisis services.

Dual Diagnosis

Integrated care for co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions — addressing both together for lasting recovery.

Family & Caregiver Support

Resources for family members supporting a loved one with mental illness, including referrals to NAMI and local support groups.

People Who Made the Call

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I called at 2am because I couldn't stop crying and didn't know why. The counselor stayed on with me for an hour. I felt so much less alone after that call.

— Ohio, 2025

My son was struggling with depression and I had no idea what to do. The hotline helped me understand what he was going through and gave me real steps to take. I'm grateful.

— Texas, 2024

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How Are You Doing?

Answer a few questions to get a better sense of how you're feeling. This is a general screening tool — not a clinical diagnosis.

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