Your happiness matters.
When we feel disappointed or unhappy, it's difficult to think. All of your feelings - including sadness, anger, and frustration - are valid. It's equally important to note that if you need someone to talk to, there are resources available to you.
What if I don’t know where to start to get mental health services?
Talk to your primary care doctor or another health professional about mental health problems. Ask them to connect you with the right mental health services. Remember to advocate for yourself. You know your needs best. Keep asking for help. You are not alone.
What if it’s an emergency?
The following Emergency Medical Services are available 24 hours a day.
911 – If the situation is life-threatening, call 9-1-1 immediately, available 24 hours a day.
988 – Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – If you or someone you know is suicidal or in emotional distress, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Trained crisis workers are available to talk 24/7. Your confidential call goes to the nearest crisis center in the Lifeline National Network.
Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741 to reach a volunteer Crisis Counselor.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-TALK) - Provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, as well as prevention and crisis resources. Call 1-800-273-8255.
What if I just need someone to talk to?
7 Cups - provides 24/7 emotional support through two main services. It's free option allows anonymous connections with volunteer listeners in group chats for judgment-free conversations about your feelings. The paid service offers anytime messaging with a licensed therapist. Click here.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a U.S. advocacy group dedicated to aiding those affected by mental illness. It offers support groups, educational programs, and a helpline to provide information and support. NAMI's network ensures access to resources and promotes mental health awareness. Click here.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a U.S. agency focused on improving the nation's behavioral health. It aims to reduce the effects of substance abuse and mental illness through grants, resources, and promoting effective treatment programs. Click here.
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is a U.S. agency for mental disorder research, part of the NIH. It focuses on understanding, treating, and preventing mental illnesses through research, public education, and funding priorities. Click here.
Mental Health America is a community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and promoting overall mental health. MHA provides tools, resources, and advocacy to support mental health and wellness at the national and local levels. Click here.
American Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States. It seeks to advance the creation, communication, and application of psychological knowledge to benefit society and improve lives. Click here.
Teen Line (a helpline for teenagers in need of peer-to-peer advice.) Meet some of the teen volunteers, by clicking here. They're online every night from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. PST by calling 1-310-855-HOPE.
Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services is a nonprofit organization that provides compassionate mental health care, substance use treatment, and suicide prevention services to individuals and families, especially in underserved communities. Click here.
Bliss by the Centre for Interactive Mental Health Solutions - is an online program designed to provide therapeutic tools to manage depression. It offers self-directed sessions that use cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to help improve mental health. Click here.
What about local resources?
Schools or college counseling centers - most universities and many high schools offer free counseling services to their students. Check with your school’s counseling center or student health services for more information.
Primary care doctors or pediatricians serve as the first point of contact for health concerns, offering comprehensive medical care. They diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions, coordinate specialist care, and provide preventive health services.
Local Community Health Centers - many communities have local non-profit organizations that provide counseling and mental health services on a sliding scale (payment based on your ability to pay). Contact your local mental health association or visit your city or county’s government website.
The Kim Foundation is a nonprofit organization that promotes mental health awareness and suicide prevention by providing education, advocacy, and support resources for individuals, families, and communities. Click here.
Project Harmony is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and supporting children by working with professionals and the community to prevent and end child abuse and neglect while helping families heal. Click here.
Region Six Behavioral Healthcare is a public organization that plans, funds, and coordinates a network of mental health and substance use services to ensure accessible, high-quality care for communities across eastern Nebraska. Click here.