Suicide Prevention Resources

Whether you have struggled with suicide yourself or have lost a loved one, AFSP wants you to know you are not alone. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is a national non-profit dedicated to research, advocacy, and support for those impacted by suicide. With local chapters in all 50 states, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention joins people across America. Find a local chapter here.

The Trevor Project is an excellent resource for LGBTQ, nonbinary youth, and allys. The Trevor Project encourages youth to “reach out to our trained counselors anytime you need support, if you are thinking about harming yourself, suicide, or feeling lonely we are here to listen.” Explore mental health and LGBTQ facts here. Reach out for immediate support via chat, call, or text here.

Individuals in crisis who need immediate support should call 911. Those who need support but are not in crisis can call a suicide prevention hotline for free and confidential support (typically) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Three options are provided below; the National Suicide Prevention Hotline, the Spanish Language Lifeline, and the Vetrans Crisis Helpline.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Suicide prevention hotline counselors available via phone, text, and online chat. Note: A translator will be provided for those who need it. Click here for their website or to chat with a helpline representative.

Phone number: 800-273-8255

Spanish Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Spanish speaking suicide prevention hotline counselors available via phone, text, and chat. Click here for their website or to chat with a helpline representative.

Phone: 888-628-9454

Veterans Crisis Helpline

The Veterans Crisis Helpline states “no matter what you are experiencing, there is support for getting your life back on track.” Click here to connect with the Veterans Crisis Line where caring, qualified responders (many of them veterans themselves) with the Department of Veterans Affairs are waiting to help.

Text: send a text to 838255

Phone: 800-273-8255

If you need additional information or resources please don’t hesitate to reach out to marinabarbosapsychology@gmail.com. I will support you in any way I can. If you are in crisis, please call 9-11 or reach out to one of the resources above, they will be able to provide immediate care and support.

Take care & Be Well,

Marina