If You’re in Crisis

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

This website is not monitored for emergencies, and messages sent through our contact forms are not a substitute for immediate crisis support. If you’re struggling right now, the resources below are available 24/7 and staffed by trained crisis counselors.

24/7 Crisis Support


988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988

San Diego Access & Crisis Line

1-888-724-7240

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741

NAMI San Diego Helpline

1-800-523-5933

Support with suicidal thoughts, mental health crises, or emotional distress. Available 24/7, free and confidential.


24/7, free, confidential crisis support, including suicide prevention, mental health referrals, and substance use support. Available in over 200 languages. Live chat Monday through Friday, 4 to 10 pm, at up2sd.org.




Mobile Crisis Response TeamSan Diego Access & Crisis Line

Via the Access & Crisis Line

Reach a trained crisis counselor by text, 24/7.

Connect with a peer or family support specialist for help finding support groups, classes, and mental health resources in San Diego.

MCRT dispatches clinicians, case managers, and peer support specialists to provide in-person crisis support, an alternative to law enforcement response when appropriate.


If You're a Current or Prospective Client

If you're already working with one of our clinicians and experiencing a crisis outside of session hours, please use the resources above rather than waiting to reach us directly. Once you're safe, we encourage you to let your therapist know at your next contact so we can support you moving forward.

This page is provided for general safety and informational purposes and is not a substitute for emergency services.