If you're in crisis

If you're experiencing a mental health emergency or having thoughts of suicide, please reach out for help immediately.

Crisis Resources

You're not alone. Help is available 24/7. These resources provide immediate support when you need it most. When you're ready to keep building skills between crises, explore how WithMarsha works or revisit our DBT fundamentals.

Immediate Help (US)

Free, confidential support available 24/7

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources.

Call or text 988

Crisis Text Line

Free, 24/7 crisis support via text message. Trained crisis counselors available.

Text HOME to 741741

SAMHSA National Helpline

Treatment referral and information service for mental health and substance use disorders.

1-800-662-4357

Specialized Support

Resources tailored to specific communities and situations

Veterans Crisis Line

Call 988 then press 1

Support for veterans, service members, and their families.

Trevor Project (LGBTQ+)

1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678

Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ young people.

Trans Lifeline

877-565-8860 (US) or 877-330-6366 (Canada)

Peer support hotline run by and for trans people.

RAINN (Sexual Assault)

1-800-656-4673

National Sexual Assault Hotline. Confidential support 24/7.

National Domestic Violence Hotline

1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788

Support for those experiencing domestic violence.

Substance Abuse Helpline

1-800-662-4357

SAMHSA's National Helpline for treatment referrals and information.

International Resources

Crisis support services around the world

UK

Samaritans

116 123

Canada

Crisis Services Canada

1-833-456-4566

Australia

Lifeline

13 11 14

New Zealand

Lifeline

0800 543 354

Ireland

Samaritans

116 123

International

Befrienders Worldwide

befrienders.org

For a comprehensive list of international crisis resources, visit findahelpline.com

Safety Tips

  • 1
    If you're in immediate danger, call 911 or your local emergency services
  • 2
    Remove access to means of self-harm if possible
  • 3
    Stay with someone you trust or go to a safe place
  • 4
    Use grounding techniques: 5 things you see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, 1 you can taste
  • 5
    If you're having thoughts of suicide, tell someone right away
  • 6
    Keep important numbers saved in your phone

Remember: WithMarsha is Not Therapy

While WithMarsha can help you practice DBT skills, it is not a substitute for professional mental health care or emergency services. If you're in crisis, please use the resources above or contact emergency services immediately. Read more about how we position the product in our disclaimer.