Resources
Below is a curated, alphabetized list of local and national resources to support individuals, families, and caregivers.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. Our practice is not equipped to handle emergency situations, but we are available for follow-up care and support during regular business hours.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
24/7, free, confidential support for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress
Call or Text 988
For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL people in need: You can reach out to 988 Videophone by calling 988 with a VP number or connecting through the web portal https://988.aslnow.io/phones/100030001
ARCH National Respite Network
National directory of respite care services for caregivers.
Call 703-256-2084
Alzheimer's Association
Through their many initiatives and worldwide reach, the Alzheimer's Association leads the way in Alzheimer's care, support, research and advocacy.
Call 800-272-3900
For those that are Deaf, Hard of Hearing or speech impaired: You can dial 711, after calling the 800 number, to connect with a telecommunications relay service (TRS)
Anti-Violence Project (AVP)
Support for LGBTQIA+ individuals experiencing violence, harassment, or trauma.
Call or Text 212-714-1141
Crisis Text Line
Text-based crisis support available 24/7 with trained counselors.
Text HOME or HOLA to 741741
Communication via WhatsApp available
Disability Rights Texas
An agency working to advocate for, protect and advance the legal, human and service rights of people with disabilities.
Disaster Distress Helpline
Crisis counseling for individuals affected by natural or human-caused disasters.
Call or Text 1-800-985-5590
Español: Llama o envía un mensaje de texto 1-800-985-5990 presiona “2.”
LGBT National Help Center
Peer support and resource referrals for LGBTQ+ individuals of all ages.
National Hotline: 1-888-843-4564
Senior Hotline: 1-888-234-7243
Montrose Center SPRY (Seniors Preparing for Rainbow Years)
Located in Houston, TX, the Montrose Center empowers our community—primarily lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) individuals and their families—to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Call 713-485-5056
NAMI Helpline (National Alliance on Mental Illness)l
Support and education for people living with mental illness and their families.
Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
Text NAMI to 62640
National Center on Elder Abuse
Find the latest information and resources on research, training, policy, and best practices on preventing and responding to elder mistreatment.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
24/7 support for survivors of domestic violence.
Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Text START to 88788
Network of Care Texas (Behavioral Health Portal)
Find services, supports, and legislation information related to mental health in Texas.
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)
Confidential help for survivors of sexual assault.
Call 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
Communication via WhatsApp available
SAGE LGBT Elder Hotline
Support for LGBTQ+ older adults, available 24/7.
Call 1-877-360-LGBT (5428)
SAMHSA National Helpline
Support for mental health or substance use crises. Available 24/7.
Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Texana Center
Behavioral health, autism, and developmental services for those living in Fort Bend, Austin, Colorado, Matagorda, Waller, and Wharton Counties.
Crisis Line: 1-800-633-5686
Texas Adult Protective Services
APS investigates abuse, neglect, and exploitation of adults who are elderly or have disabilities and who live in the community.
Call to report abuse: 1-800-252-5400
Call to report abuse of clients in Intermediate Care Facilities: 1-800-458-9858
Texas HHS IDD Services
Texas HHS offers long-term care and support services for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, including Medicaid waivers and residential options.
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD
Mental health and developmental disability services for Harris County residents.
Crisis Line: 713-970-7000
Trans Lifeline
Peer support hotline run by and for trans people. No police involvement unless requested.
Call 1-877-565-8860
Tri-County Behavioral Healthcare
Community mental health services including crisis intervention and outpatient therapy for those living in Montgomery, Walker, and Liberty Counties.
Crisis Line: 1-800-659-6994
United Way of Greater Houston
Free, confidential referrals to local mental health, housing, food, and financial resources.
Call 211
Veterans Crisis Line
Confidential support for veterans and their families.
Call 988 then press 1
Text 838255