If you need help now

Crisis resources

If you're thinking about suicide, worried about someone else, or in emotional distress, help is available right now — free, confidential, and 24/7. You don't need to be in danger to reach out.

Right now, in the U.S.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org. Free and confidential, 24/7, for you or someone you're worried about.
Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor.
Emergency — call 911 if you or someone else is in immediate physical danger.

Specialized support lines

Veterans Crisis Line — call 988 then press 1, or text 838255.
The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ young people) — call 1-866-488-7386, or text START to 678-678.
SAMHSA National Helpline (treatment and referral information) — call 1-800-662-4357. Free and confidential, 24/7.
National Domestic Violence Hotline — call 1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788.

A note on what Kairn is

Kairn is a directory that helps adults find and contact independent therapists. It is not an emergency or crisis service, and no one at Kairn monitors messages for emergencies. The lines above are staffed by trained crisis and support organizations — please reach them directly. When you're ready to look for ongoing care, find a therapist.