California Mental Health & Crisis Resources

CalHOPE Warm Line

Call or Text: (833) 317-HOPE (4673)

En Español: (833) 642-7696

Non-emergency peer support for stress, anxiety, and depression. Connect with peers who have navigated similar challenges. Available via call, text, or live chat.

California Peer-Run Warm Line

Call: (855) 845-7415

24/7 non-emergency line for anyone in California seeking emotional support and connection. Staffed by peers with lived mental health experience.

211 California

Call: 2-1-1

24/7 referral service covering 98% of California's population. Connects you to local mental health services, housing, food assistance, and substance use treatment. Available in multiple languages.

Mental Health Association for Chinese Communities (MHACC)

Call: 1-800-881-8502

Bay Area–based organization providing free mental health support for Chinese-speaking communities.

Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline

Call or Text: 1-800-422-4453 (4-A-CHILD)

24/7 crisis intervention, information, and referrals. Staffed by professional crisis counselors. Available in 170+ languages.

California Child Protective Services (CPS)

California uses county-specific 24-hour hotlines for reporting child abuse or neglect. If a child is in immediate danger, call 911 first.

For other counties, call 2-1-1 or visit the CDSS directory for your county's CPS hotline.

Soluna App (Ages 13–25, California)

Call: (844) 582-2111

Free wellbeing app for California teens and young adults. Part of CalHOPE, funded by CA DHCS. 1:1 coaching, self-guided tools, peer support, and care navigation. No ads or subscriptions.

Steve Fund (Students of Color)

Text: "STEVE" to 741741

24/7 crisis support with culturally responsive counselors, dedicated to the mental health of young people of color and those from underserved communities.

Campus Counseling Services

All UC, CSU, and California Community College campuses offer free, confidential counseling including crisis intervention and same-day appointments. Contact your campus Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) directly.

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) | Text: "START" to 88788

24/7 confidential support, safety planning, and connection to local shelters. Available in 200+ languages.

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)

Call: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

24/7 support from RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network). Connects you to a local sexual assault service provider.

StrongHearts Native Helpline

Call: 1-844-762-8483 (7NATIVE) | Text: "STRONGHEARTS" to 839863

24/7 culturally appropriate support for Native Americans and Alaska Natives affected by domestic violence, dating violence, and sexual assault.

California Victim Compensation Board (CalVCB)

Call: 1-800-777-9229

Financial assistance for victims of violent crime, including DV and sexual assault. Covers medical treatment, mental health counseling, relocation, and lost wages. Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM PT.

National Human Trafficking Hotline

Call: 1-888-373-7888 | Text: "HELP" to 233733

24/7 confidential support for victims and survivors of human trafficking. Connects to local services, law enforcement, and shelter. Available in English, Spanish, and 200+ languages via interpreter.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or Text: 988

24/7 support for grief-related distress and emotional crises. Counselors provide support and local referrals. Also listed under Suicide & Crisis Hotlines.

GriefShare

Call: 1-800-395-5755

Network of grief recovery support groups at churches and community locations. 13-week programs available nationwide. Free to low cost.

Find a Local Group →

Friendship Line (Institute on Aging)

Call: 1-888-670-1360

24/7 emotional support including grief and loss. Available in 7 languages. Also listed under Seniors & Older Adults.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or Text: 988

Press 1 for Veterans | Press 2 for Spanish

24/7 support for suicidal thoughts, mental health crises, or substance use distress. Calls are routed to the nearest California crisis center. Available in English and Spanish.

Crisis Text Line

Text: HOME to 741741

Free, 24/7 text-based support. Connect with a trained Crisis Counselor via text message.

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

Call or Text: 1-833-TLC-MAMA (852-6262)

24/7 free, confidential support before, during, and after pregnancy. English, Spanish, and 60+ languages via interpreter.

Postpartum Support International (PSI)

Call: 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD) | Text: "HELP" to 1-800-944-4773

Support and resources for perinatal mental health including postpartum depression, anxiety, and psychosis. Leave a message for a callback. For immediate crisis, call 988.

National Alliance for Eating Disorders

Call: 1-866-662-1235 | Text: "ALLIANCE" to 741741

Support and treatment referrals from licensed, eating disorder–specialized therapists. Monday–Friday, 9 AM–7 PM ET.

National Parent Helpline

Call: 1-855-427-2736

Emotional support and resources for parents navigating parenting challenges and family stress. Monday–Friday, 10 AM–7 PM PT.

Friendship Line (Institute on Aging)

Call: 1-888-670-1360

24/7 emotional support for adults 60+ and adults with disabilities. The nation's only accredited crisis line for older adults.

California Adult Protective Services (APS)

Call: 1-833-401-0832

24/7 statewide reporting for suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of elders (60+) and dependent adults (18–59 with disabilities). Enter your zip code when prompted to reach your county APS.

Eldercare Locator

Call: 1-800-677-1116

Connects older adults and caregivers to local services including mental health support, meal programs, transportation, and housing. Monday–Friday, 8 AM–9 PM ET.

SAGE LGBTQ+ Elder Hotline

Call: 1-877-360-5428

24/7 support for LGBTQ+ older adults. English, Spanish, and 180 languages via translation services. Connects callers to healthcare, counseling, legal services, and emotional support.

California Department of Aging

Call: 1-800-510-2020

Routes to your local Area Agency on Aging for referrals to mental health services, in-home support, nutrition, and transportation.

SAMHSA National Helpline

Call: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

24/7, 365-day free, confidential treatment referrals and information for substance use and mental health disorders. English and Spanish.

California DHCS Substance Use Helpline

Call: 1-800-879-2772

California's state resource for substance use disorder treatment information, including Drug Medi-Cal referrals and county behavioral health contacts. 24/7.

California Council on Problem Gambling

Call: 1-800-GAMBLER (426-2537) | Text: "SUPPORT" to 53342

24/7 free, confidential support from master's-level counselors. Available in English, Spanish, Chinese, and 200+ languages via interpreter. California's official problem gambling helpline.

Veterans Crisis Line

Call: 988 then press 1 | Text: 838255

24/7 crisis support for all veterans, service members, National Guard, Reserve, and their families—even without VA enrollment.

CalVet (California Department of Veterans Affairs)

Call: 1-877-741-8532

California's state-level veterans services. Connects veterans to mental health programs, crisis intervention, and County Veterans Service Officers in every California county.

Vet Centers (Readjustment Counseling)

Call: 1-877-927-8387

24/7 access to over 300 community-based counseling centers for combat veterans, military sexual trauma survivors, and bereaved families. Multiple California locations.

National Call Center for Homeless Veterans

Call: 1-877-424-3838

24/7 support connecting homeless veterans or those at risk with housing services, case managers, and VA benefits.

California Civil Rights Department (CRD)

Call: 1-800-884-1684

California's state agency for workplace harassment, discrimination, and retaliation complaints. Formerly DFEH. Complaints can be filed online. Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM PT.

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

Call: 1-800-669-4000

Federal agency enforcing workplace discrimination and harassment laws. Handles charges for employers with 15+ employees. Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM.

Legal Aid at Work

Call: (415) 864-8848

Free legal information, counseling, and representation on employment issues including harassment and discrimination. Based in San Francisco, serves all of California.

California Youth Crisis Line

Call or Text: 1-800-843-5200

California's statewide emergency response for youth ages 12–24 and families in crisis. 24/7, all languages. Operated by the California Coalition for Youth.

Teen Line

Call: 1-800-852-8336 | Text: "TEEN" to 839863

Teens helping teens. Peer-to-peer support staffed by trained teen volunteers. Phone: 6–10 PM PT daily. Text: 6–9 PM PT daily.

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth)

Call: 1-866-488-7386 | Text: "START" to 678-678

24/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ young people under 25.

Boys Town National Hotline

Call: 1-800-448-3000 | Text: "VOICE" to 20121

24/7 support for kids, teens, and parents with any problem. Spanish-speaking counselors and translation in 100+ languages.

YouthLine

Call: 1-877-968-8491 | Text: "teen2teen" to 839863

Peer support for ages 10–24. Peer hours: 4–10 PM PT daily. Adult staff available at all other times.