If you need a real human, here.
Stay is not equipped to be your crisis line. The lines below are run by trained humans, free, confidential, and most are 24/7.
If you need someone right now
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 to reach a crisis counselor.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Free, confidential. 24/7 trained advocates. Text START to 88788.
RAINN — National Sexual Assault Hotline
Free, confidential, 24/7 for survivors of sexual violence.
The Trevor Project
For LGBTQ+ youth in crisis. Text START to 678-678. 24/7.
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
24/7. For children, parents, anyone concerned about a child.
SAMHSA National Helpline
Treatment referral and information for substance use and mental health.
NEDA Helpline
Eating disorder support. Call or text.
Alzheimer's Association
24/7 support for those living with dementia and caregivers.
911 — Emergency
Life-threatening emergencies. Police, fire, medical.
If you want ongoing support — a real therapist
Finding the right therapist is often the hardest part. These directories filter by insurance, cost, identity, and modality — so you can find someone who fits, not just someone with an opening.
Psychology Today
Find a licensed therapist. Filter by insurance, modality (CBT, EMDR, IFS, DBT), identity, and location.
best for · Starting your search
Open Path Collective
Network of therapists offering sessions at $30-80 on a sliding scale, for people without insurance or with financial limits.
best for · If cost is a barrier
Inclusive Therapists
Identity-affirming therapist directory. Filter for Black, Latinx, Asian, LGBTQ+, and disability-affirming clinicians.
best for · Culturally affirming care
NAMI Helpline
Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or text 62640. Navigation, family support, and mental illness resources.
best for · Navigating the system or supporting a loved one
SAMHSA Treatment Locator
Federal directory for substance use, mental health, and dual diagnosis treatment programs.
best for · Substance use or severe mental illness
Therapy for Black Girls
Directory and community for Black women and girls.
Latinx Therapy
Spanish-speaking and Latinx-affirming therapist directory.
Asian Mental Health Collective
Asian-affirming therapist directory and community.
If you're in immediate physical danger, call 911. If you have a plan to hurt yourself, call 988 right now — they will stay with you on the line. You don't have to know what to say.