Crisis Hotlines & Immediate Support (24/7)
National & Broad-Access Crisis Lines
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988 for immediate mental health, emotional distress, or suicidal crisis support anywhere in the U.S. including Houston; trained counselors can support de-escalation, safety planning, and local referrals.
Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential, 24/7 crisis support via text message.
Crisis Intervention of Houston Hotline – Local confidential crisis counseling. Call 832-416-1177 (English/Spanish).
Crisis Intervention of Houston Youth Line – Teens call 832-416-1199 or text 281-201-4430 for youth-focused crisis support.
In an immediate danger situation — where someone may harm themselves or others — call 911 and specify it’s a mental health emergency so responders with Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) are dispatched.
Behavioral Health Facilities & Psychiatric Hospitals
(These facilities often offer inpatient or specialized psychiatric care and may accept crisis referrals; contact them directly for admission criteria.)
West Oaks Hospital – Behavioral health hospital.
Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital – Behavioral health facility.
Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire – Mental health treatment hospital.
The Menninger Clinic – Psychiatric hospital (evaluate for crisis admission on case-by-case basis).
Tips for Crisis Use
Always encourage 988 first for immediate crisis support — it’s free, nationwide, and accessible by call, text, or chat.
For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately and clarify it’s a mental health crisis.
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Dr. Justyn Smith, PhD, LPC-Supervisor
Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor
Doctorate, Counselor Education & Supervision
Email: justyndsmith@gmail.com