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 988Crisis Text Line
Free, 24/7 crisis support via text message. Trained crisis counselors available.
Text HOME to 741741SAMHSA National Helpline
Treatment referral and information service for mental health and substance use disorders.
1-800-662-4357Specialized 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
- 1If you're in immediate danger, call 911 or your local emergency services
- 2Remove access to means of self-harm if possible
- 3Stay with someone you trust or go to a safe place
- 4Use grounding techniques: 5 things you see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, 1 you can taste
- 5If you're having thoughts of suicide, tell someone right away
- 6Keep important numbers saved in your phone
Build skills between crises
When you feel steady, revisit DBT tools on the WithMarsha blog for grounding practices, mindfulness resets, and therapist-backed advice.
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.