How to Get Help
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency and would like to talk to a individual trained to deal with mental health crises, contact one of the following numbers below:
Nationwide Resources:
Suicide Hotline: 1-800-784-8433 or 988
The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386
Domestic Abuse Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
New York City Resources:
Call NYC Well: 1-888-692-9355
Text WELL to 65173
or visit the website: nycwell.cityofnewyork.us
For articles on the topic of suicide and prevention you can read:
Things Your Suicidal Friend Wants (You) To Hear
Responding to Death by Suicide
A free mental health safety plan template I made is available on Google Docs.