DC DBH Access Helpline - District of Columbia, District of Columbia

Crisis Services — Statewide Crisis Line in District of Columbia. DC DBH Access Helpline is The DC Department of Behavioral Health Access HelpLine, staffed by behavioral health professionals who refer callers to immediate help or ongoing care for residents of District of Columbia, District of Columbia. Call 1-888-793-4357. Available 24/7.

Phone: 1-888-793-4357

Website: https://dbh.dc.gov

Good to know: Official statewide crisis/support line for District of Columbia. Number (1-888-793-4357) verified 2026-06-09 against dbh.dc.gov.

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Frequently asked questions about DC DBH Access Helpline - District of Columbia, District of Columbia

How do I contact DC DBH Access Helpline - District of Columbia, District of Columbia?

You can call DC DBH Access Helpline - District of Columbia, District of Columbia at 1-888-793-4357 in District of Columbia. Their website is https://dbh.dc.gov.

What services does DC DBH Access Helpline - District of Columbia, District of Columbia offer?

DC DBH Access Helpline is The DC Department of Behavioral Health Access HelpLine, staffed by behavioral health professionals who refer callers to immediate help or ongoing care for residents of District of Columbia, District of Columbia. Call 1-888-793-4357. Available 24/7.

Are services at DC DBH Access Helpline - District of Columbia, District of Columbia free or low-cost?

Many community crisis services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call DC DBH Access Helpline - District of Columbia, District of Columbia at 1-888-793-4357 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does DC DBH Access Helpline - District of Columbia, District of Columbia offer services in other languages?

Call DC DBH Access Helpline - District of Columbia, District of Columbia at 1-888-793-4357 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.