Resources to help you

in between your therapy sessions

Crisis Resources & 24hr Hotlines

National Hotlines

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Dial 988 for 24/7 support.​
  • Crisis Text Line: Text “HOME” to 741741 for free, 24/7 support.​
  • The Trevor Project: Specialized support for LGBTQ youth. Call 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 678678.​
  • Trans Lifeline: Peer support for trans individuals. Call 1-877-565-8860.​
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 1-800-799-7233 or text “START” to 88788.​

Houston, Texas

  • The Montrose Center 24-Hour Helpline: LGBTQ-focused crisis intervention. Call 713-529-3211. ​mhahouston.org
  • The Harris Center for Mental Health 24/7 Crisis Line: Call 713-970-7000 for immediate mental health support. ​theharriscenter.org
  • Houston Area Women’s Center Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 713-528-2121 for assistance.​

Austin, Texas

  • Integral Care 24/7 Crisis Helpline: Call 512-472-4357 for immediate mental health support.​mhahouston.org
  • SAFE Alliance Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 512-267-7233 for assistance.​

St. Louis, Missouri

  • Behavioral Health Response Crisis Line: Call 314-469-6644 or 1-800-811-4760 for 24/7 mental health support.​
  • Safe Connections Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 314-531-2003 for assistance.​

Kansas City, Missouri

  • CommCARE Crisis Line: Call 1-888-279-8188 for 24/7 mental health support.​
  • Hope House Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 816-461-4673 for assistance.​

Virginia

  • Virginia Family Violence & Sexual Assault Hotline: Call 1-800-838-8238 for 24/7 support.​
  • Mental Health America of Virginia Warm Line: Call 1-866-400-6428 for peer support.​
Gender Resources

  • Trans Lifeline – Direct emotional and financial support to trans individuals.
  • Montrose Center (Houston, TX) – Gender-affirming therapy and support for trans individuals.
  • Kansas City Center for Inclusion (Kansas City, MO) – Safe space and support for transgender individuals.
  • LGBT National Help Center – Call 888-843-4564
  • LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline – Call 888-688-5428
  • LGBT National Senior Hotline – Call 888-234-7243
  • Trans Lifeline Call 877-565-8860
  • Trevor Project – A 24 hour hotline for LGBT and questioning youth. Dial 866-4-U-Trevor.

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Immigration Resources
  • Houston Immigration Legal Services Collaborative (Houston, TX) – Referrals to legal service providers and immigrant rights organizations.
  • American Gateways (Austin, TX) – Legal assistance and immigration advocacy.
  • Migrant and Immigrant Community Action Project (MICA) (St. Louis, MO) – Legal services and support for immigrants.
  • Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas – Immigration Services (Kansas City, MO) – Legal aid and resources for immigrants.
  • Virginia Coalition of Latino Organizations (Virginia) – Advocacy and resources for immigrant communities.

Mental Health Services/Higher Levels of Care

MHMR

Mental Health America of Greater Houston (Houston, TX) – Mental health resources and referrals.

Integral Care (Austin, TX) – Comprehensive mental health and crisis support services.

Behavioral Health Response (St. Louis, MO) – 24/7 crisis support and mental health services.

  • Phone: 314-469-6644 or 800-811-4760

ReDiscover (Kansas City, MO) – Mental health and substance use treatment services.

Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (Virginia) – Mental health resources and crisis intervention.

LGBTQIA Resources

Houston, Texas

  • The Montrose Center: Offers counseling, support groups, and community programs for LGBTQ individuals. ​montrosecenter.org
  • PFLAG Houston: Provides support for LGBTQ individuals and their families. ​

Austin, Texas

  • Waterloo Counseling Center: Provides affordable mental health counseling and therapy services, specializing in serving the LGBTQ community.​
  • Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce: Offers resources and support for LGBTQ businesses and individuals. ​

St. Louis, Missouri

  • St. Louis Queer Support and Healing (SQSH): Provides peer support, active listening, and resources to strengthen the queer community. ​
  • Metro Trans Umbrella Group: A non-profit organization created by and for the trans community. ​

Kansas City, Missouri

  • Kansas City Center for Inclusion: Provides safe, inclusive spaces for education, resources, and activities supporting a cohesive LGBTQIA+ community. ​
  • PFLAG Kansas City: Offers support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ individuals and their families.​thesqsh.org

Virginia

  • Pride of Rural Virginia: Focuses on addressing LGBTQIA+ health and healthcare priorities in rural areas, promoting safe and affirming environments.​
  • Equality Virginia: Advocates for LGBTQ equality and offers resources for individuals and families.​
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Substance Abuse Resources

National Substance Abuse Hotlines & Support

  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline – 24/7 confidential support and treatment referrals.
  • Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Hotline – Support for individuals struggling with alcohol addiction.
  • Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Helpline – Support for individuals recovering from drug addiction.
  • Al-Anon & Alateen Hotline – Support for family members affected by someone’s alcohol use.
    • Phone: 1-888-4AL-ANON (425-2666)
    • Website: al-anon.org
  • SMART Recovery – Evidence-based support for addiction recovery.

Texas (Houston & Austin) Substance Abuse Resources

  • Houston Recovery Center (Houston, TX) – 24/7 sobering center, case management, and long-term recovery support.
  • The Council on Recovery (Houston, TX) – Counseling, education, and treatment programs for substance abuse.
  • Integral Care Substance Use Services (Austin, TX) – Comprehensive outpatient treatment for substance abuse.
  • Austin Recovery (Austin, TX) – Detox, residential treatment, and outpatient services.

Missouri (St. Louis & Kansas City) Substance Abuse Resources

  • Bridgeway Behavioral Health (St. Louis, MO) – Residential and outpatient treatment for addiction.
  • St. Louis Addiction Recovery Center (St. Louis, MO) – Medication-assisted treatment and therapy.
  • First Call Alcohol/Drug Prevention & Recovery (Kansas City, MO) – Crisis intervention and substance abuse treatment.
  • Benilde Hall Program (Kansas City, MO) – Transitional housing and addiction treatment for men.

Virginia Substance Abuse Resources

  • Virginia Department of Behavioral Health – Addiction Recovery Services – Statewide addiction treatment and resources.
  • McShin Recovery Resource Foundation (Virginia) – Peer recovery support and substance use treatment.
  • Region Ten Community Services Board (Charlottesville, VA) – Outpatient and residential addiction treatment.
  • RBHA Substance Use Services (Richmond, VA) – Crisis services and addiction treatment.

Youth & Family Support for Substance Abuse

  • Partnership to End Addiction – Free helpline for parents of teens and young adults struggling with substance use.
  • Teen and Family Services (Houston, TX) – Substance abuse prevention and early intervention for youth.
  • Family Counseling Center – Adolescent Recovery Program (St. Louis, MO) – Substance use treatment for teens.

24/7 Crisis Hotlines for Substance Abuse

  • SAMHSA National Helpline – 24/7 support and treatment referrals.
    • Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
  • Crisis Text Line – Text support for substance abuse crises.
    • Text: HOME to 741741
  • Alcohol and Drug Abuse Helpline – 24-hour confidential support.
    • Phone: 1-844-289-0879
  • National Overdose & Poison Control Helpline – Emergency support for overdose situations.
    • Phone: 1-800-222-1222