Free 24/7 text support for people dealing with self-harm. Trained counselors help you understand why people hurt themselves and teach healthy ways to cope with painful feelings. You can text, chat online, or message on WhatsApp anytime you need help. The page explains what self-harm is, warning signs to watch for, and safe alternatives like art, meditation, and talking to someone. All conversations are private and confidential.
Who can use this
Anyone experiencing self-harm or emotional distress
Cost
Free
Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 confidential crisis support in English & Spanish. Suicide hotline for anxiety, depression, bullying.
Crisis Text Line helps people who are going through tough times. You can text them for free when you feel sad, worried, scared, or need someone to talk to. A trained volunteer will text back and help you feel better. They help with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, money stress, and other hard situations. You can text them any time, day or night. All conversations are private and safe. To get help, text AYUDA to 741741 from anywhere in the United States.
Free 24/7 text-based crisis support for people struggling with relationship problems. Trained volunteer counselors help with romantic, family, and friendship issues through confidential text messages. Get help with unhealthy relationships, breakups, family conflicts, and other relationship challenges. Text CONNECT to 741741 anytime day or night to chat with a counselor who will listen and provide support.
Free 24/7 text support for anyone dealing with bullying. Trained counselors help people cope with physical, verbal, cyber, or workplace bullying through confidential text conversations. Get help understanding bullying signs, finding resources, and dealing with the emotional effects. Also provides information about different types of bullying including racial and LGBTQ+ bullying. Text CONNECT to 741741 anytime day or night for immediate support from someone who cares.
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