mental health Resources
IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING AN EMERGENCY OR BELIEVE YOU ARE A DANGER TO YOURESELF AND/OR OTHERS, PLEASE CALL 911 OR GO TO THE NEAREST EMERGENCY ROOM FOR IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE.
Hawai‘i CARES is a “one-stop” hotline for the public, combining services provided by the Crisis Line of Hawai‘i—which offers crisis support to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis—and Hawai‘i C.A.R.E.S.—which addresses gaps in substance use treatment services. The hotline is open 24/7. Call or Text 988, or Chat online. Learn more about Hawai'i CARES.
Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, providing access to free, 24/7 support and information. Text, Chat, or WhatsApp to 741 741, and a live, trained Crisis Counselor will respond via text and help you through any type of crisis. Learn more about Crisis Text Line.
988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Call or Text 988, or Chat online. Learn more about 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Domestic Violence Action Center (DVAC) provides immediate service and support to individuals who are in crisis as a result of intimate partner violence. Crisis support services are free of charge, and DVAC operates a crisis hotline Monday through Friday from 8:30am until 4:30pm HST. Call (808) 531-3771 or Text (605) 956-5680. Learn more about Domestic Violence Action Center.
Sex Abuse Treatment Center (SATC) of Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children is a statewide program that provides comprehensive services for survivors of sexual assault. This includes medical care, crisis counseling, and therapy. Call (808) 524-7273 or Chat online. Services are available 24 hours a day. Learn more about Sex Abuse Treatment Center.
TeenLinkHawaii (TLH) is a youth empowerment, outreach and education program that provides information and referral services for teens in Hawaii. Learn more about TeenLink Hawaii.
The Trevor Project is a non-profit suicide prevention organization that provides 24/7 crisis support services, research, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ youth, as well as guidance and resources for parents and educators to foster safe, accepting, and inclusive environments for all youth. They offer a toll-free support hotline. Text 678 678, Call 1-866-488-7386, or Chat online. Learn more about The Trevor Project.
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders. NIMH offers authoritative information about mental disorders, a range of related topics, and the latest mental health research. Learn more about National Institute of Mental Health.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a federal agency that leads public health efforts to improve mental health and reduce the impact of substance abuse by supporting community-based care and state programs. SAMHSA offers a free, confidential treatment referral and information service. Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Learn more about Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
American Psychological Association (APA) is the leading scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States. APA’s Psychology Help Center is a consumer resource featuring information related to psychological issues affecting your daily physical and emotional well-being. Learn more about American Psychological Association.
Adult Mental Health Division is part of the Hawaii State Department of Health, State of Hawaii. The Mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve health and the environment for all people in Hawaii. Learn more about Adult Mental Health Division.
Child & Adolescent Mental Health Division (CAMHD) is part of the Hawaii State Department of Health, State of Hawaii. CAMHD provides mental health services free of charge for eligible children and youth who have severe emotional and/ or behavioral challenges. Learn more about Child & Adolescent Mental Health Division.