Resources for Clients
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
988 — Available 24/7 from anywhere in the USA
https://988lifeline.org/The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
- 1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
- (Or text “START” to 741-741)
- For confidential support 24/7 visit Crisis Chat webpage, or text the Crisis Text Line for more information
The Trevor Project
- 1-866-488-7386
- (Or text “TREVOR” to 1-202-304-1200)
- Offers crisis services that create a safe, accepting, and inclusive environment for youth who identify as LGBTQ+ (available 24/7)
The Veterans Crisis Line
- 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) & press 1
- (Or text a message to 83825)
- Staffed by qualified VA responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text messaging. For online support, visit the chat page at the Veterans Crisis Chat line (available 24/7)
Native Crisis Text Line
- 1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
- (Or text “NATIVE” to 741-741)
- For confidential support 24/7 — www.wernative.org
The Trans Lifeline
- 1-877-565-8860
- The Trans Lifeline is a hotline that supports Trans people in crisis by providing services within the trans community (available 24/7)
Quick overview (on‑page)
A brief summary of the most important points. For full details, use the PDFs above.
Warning signs of suicide
- Talking as if saying goodbye or going away forever
- Giving away personal possessions; tying up “loose ends”
- Stockpiling pills or obtaining a weapon
- Sudden calmness after a period of sadness; preoccupation with death
- Increased alcohol/drug use; dramatic mood or behavior changes
- Withdrawing from friends, family, and regular activities
- Statements like “Nothing matters,” “You’ll be better off without me”
What to do if you’re concerned
- Ask directly: “Are you thinking about suicide?”
- Follow up: “When was the last time?” “Do you have a plan?”
- Seek help immediately if risk is present (call 988 or 911)
- Contact their clinician or another qualified professional
- Remove or secure potential means (e.g., medications, weapons)
- Be caring and nonjudgmental: “You are not alone. I’m here for you.”
What not to do/say
- Don’t handle the situation alone; don’t promise secrecy
- Don’t ask in a way that suggests “No” is the right answer
- Don’t argue or debate the value of living
- Don’t minimize: avoid “Just snap out of it” or “You’ll be fine.”
For a comprehensive guide, see the National Alliance on Mental Illness resource:Navigating a Mental Health Crisis.