741741 - How It Works
Text PAto 741741 from anywhere in the United States, anytime. Crisis Text Line is here for any crisis. A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from our secure online platform. The volunteer Crisis Counselor will help you move from a hot moment to a cool moment.
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Other Support Networks & Resources, by topic
Emergency: 911
Suicide Prevention (United States): 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Self-Injury/Cutting: 1-800-366-8288 selfinjury.com
Eating Disorders: 1-800-931-2237 nationaleatingdisorders.org
Runaway Hotline: 1-800-231-6946 1800runaway.org
Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-422-4453 childhelp.org/hotline/
Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 rainn.org
Domestic/Relationship Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 thehotline.org
Healthy / Unhealthy Relationships: loveisrespect.org/
Trevor Hotline for LGBTQ Youth: 1-866-488-7386 thetrevorproject.org
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) 
​samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
​ Substance Abuse: Think you might have a problem?
​* Want the facts about addiction? If you are worried about a family member or friend, check out: Alateen 

 BetterHelp is the largest online counseling platform worldwide. We change the way people get help with facing life's challenges by providing convenient, discreet and affordable access to a licensed therapist. BetterHelp makes professional counseling available anytime, anywhere, through a computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://www.betterhelp.com
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TeenCounseling is an online platform where teens from ages 13-19 can get help from a licensed therapist online. TeenCounseling.com makes affordable, discreet, professional counseling available through a computer, tablet, or smartphone. All teens can benefit from having a professional counselor at their fingertips to discuss issues such as coping skills, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, depression, bullying, anger, eating disorders or any other mental challenges. 
https://www.teencounseling.com/
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YOUTH RIGHT TO CONFIDENTIAL MENTAL HEALTH IN PA
CONSENT TO TREATMENT, RELEASE OF MEDICAL RECORDS: ACT 65 OF 2020
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The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services has partnered with the Center for Community Resources to offer a 24/7 mental health and crisis support line for people dealing with anxiety or other difficult emotions. Callers will be able to speak with staff who are trained in trauma-informed principles and will listen, assess the person’s needs, triage, and refer to other local supports and professionals as needed. The Mental Health Support Line can be reached toll-free, 24/7 at 1-855-284-2494.

  • 24 Hour Crisis Lines in Pennsylvania by County
https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Mental-Health-In-PA/Documents/Suicide_Prevention_Hotlines.pdf 
  • Crisis Text Line: Text "PA" to 741-741
  • Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990



Allegheny County Resolve Crisis Services There's no need to wait until a problem spirals out of control to reach out for help. All you have to do is pick up the phone and call 1-888-796-8226. resolve Crisis Services will answer.
Resolve is a 24-hour, 365-day crisis service. It's free to all residents of Allegheny County, regardless of your ability to pay.  Both Allegheny County and UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital sponsor our services.

You do not need a psychiatric diagnosis to seek help from resolve. We offer many services that do not depend on a formal diagnosis, and we help many people who have never had a psychiatric diagnosis. Resolve offers fast assessment and contacts for addiction-related emergencies.
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