Hotlines
In cases of immediate danger call 911. Be sure to tell the operator that it is a “mental health emergency” and ask for emergency responders with Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training. Many first responders will approach a mental health situation differently if they know what to expect.
If you need suicide or mental health-related crisis support or are worried about someone else, please call or text 988.
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD
24 Hour Crisis Line
713-970-7000
Crisis Intervention Hotline of Houston
Operates free, confidential, anonymous crisis and suicide prevention counseling, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
832-416-1177
TEEN: 832-416-1199 (CALL)
TEEN: 281-201-4430 (TEXT)
Disaster Distress Hotline
1-800-985-5990
Txt 66746 to connect with a LCSW
LGBTQIA+ Switchboard Houston
24 Hour Helpline: 713-529-3211
United Way of Greater Houston Helpline
2-1-1 or 713-957-4357
Houston Area Women’s Center
Domestic Violence Hotline 713-528-2121
Rape Crisis Hotline 713-528-7273
Fort Bend Women’s Center Crisis Hotline
281-342-HELP (4357)