26 Crisis Services Resources in District of Columbia — Free Help & Counseling

26 verified crisis services resources in District of Columbia. Find free counseling, crisis support, sliding-scale therapy, substance abuse treatment, and community help on OneClickMentalHealth. Includes providers offering services in English, Spanish. Search by city, ZIP, or insurance.

Verified resources

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - District Of Columbia, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 988 — The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential, 24/7 support for anyone in District Of Columbia, District of Columbia experiencing suicidal thoug
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - District of Columbia — Crisis Services in Washington, District of Columbia — 988
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - Washington, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 988 — The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential, 24/7 support for anyone in Washington, District of Columbia experiencing suicidal thoughts, a men
• AFSP - Suicide Prevention - District of Columbia — Crisis Services in Washington, District of Columbia — (212) 363-3500
• Crisis Text Line - District Of Columbia, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — Text HOME to 741741 — Crisis Text Line provides free, confidential, 24/7 mental health crisis support over text for people in District Of Columbia, District of Columbia. Text HOME to
• Crisis Text Line - District of Columbia — Crisis Services in Washington, District of Columbia — Text HOME to 741741
• Crisis Text Line - Washington, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — Text HOME to 741741 — Crisis Text Line provides free, confidential, 24/7 mental health crisis support over text for people in Washington, District of Columbia. Text HOME to 741741 to
• DC DBH Access Helpline - District Of Columbia, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 1-888-793-4357 — DC DBH Access Helpline is The DC Department of Behavioral Health Access HelpLine, staffed by behavioral health professionals who refer callers to immediate help
• DC DBH Access Helpline - District of Columbia, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 1-888-793-4357 — DC DBH Access Helpline is The DC Department of Behavioral Health Access HelpLine, staffed by behavioral health professionals who refer callers to immediate help
• DC DBH Access Helpline - Washington, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 1-888-793-4357 — DC DBH Access Helpline is The DC Department of Behavioral Health Access HelpLine, staffed by behavioral health professionals who refer callers to immediate help
• Disaster Distress Helpline - District Of Columbia, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — Call or text 1-800-985-5990 — The Disaster Distress Helpline provides free, confidential, 24/7 crisis counseling for anyone in District Of Columbia, District of Columbia experiencing emotion
• Disaster Distress Helpline - District of Columbia, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — Call or text 1-800-985-5990 — The Disaster Distress Helpline provides free, confidential, 24/7 crisis counseling for anyone in District of Columbia, District of Columbia experiencing emotion
• Disaster Distress Helpline - Washington, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — Call or text 1-800-985-5990 — The Disaster Distress Helpline provides free, confidential, 24/7 crisis counseling for anyone in Washington, District of Columbia experiencing emotional distres
• NAMI HelpLine - District Of Columbia, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 1-800-950-6264 (or text NAMI to 62640) — The NAMI HelpLine is a free, nationwide peer-support and information service for people in District Of Columbia, District of Columbia affected by mental health
• NAMI HelpLine - District of Columbia, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 1-800-950-6264 (or text NAMI to 62640) — The NAMI HelpLine is a free, nationwide peer-support and information service for people in District of Columbia, District of Columbia affected by mental health
• NAMI HelpLine - Washington, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 1-800-950-6264 (or text NAMI to 62640) — The NAMI HelpLine is a free, nationwide peer-support and information service for people in Washington, District of Columbia affected by mental health conditions
• SAMHSA National Helpline - District Of Columbia, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 1-800-662-4357 — SAMHSA's National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (English and Spanish) for individuals and fa
• SAMHSA National Helpline - District of Columbia — Crisis Services in Washington, District of Columbia — (800) 662-4357
• SAMHSA National Helpline - Washington, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 1-800-662-4357 — SAMHSA's National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (English and Spanish) for individuals and fa
• The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth) - District Of Columbia, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 1-866-488-7386 (or text START to 678-678) — The Trevor Project offers free, confidential, 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ young people under 25 in District Of Columbia, District of C
• The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth) - Washington, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 1-866-488-7386 (or text START to 678-678) — The Trevor Project offers free, confidential, 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ young people under 25 in Washington, District of Columbia. C
• Trans Lifeline - District Of Columbia, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 1-877-565-8860 — Trans Lifeline is a peer-support hotline run by and for trans and questioning people, serving callers in District Of Columbia, District of Columbia. Call 1-877-
• Trans Lifeline - District of Columbia, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 1-877-565-8860 — Trans Lifeline is a peer-support hotline run by and for trans and questioning people, serving callers in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. Call 1-877-
• Trans Lifeline - Washington, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 1-877-565-8860 — Trans Lifeline is a peer-support hotline run by and for trans and questioning people, serving callers in Washington, District of Columbia. Call 1-877-565-8860 (
• Veterans Crisis Line - District Of Columbia, District of Columbia — Crisis Services in District of Columbia — 988, Press 1 — The Veterans Crisis Line connects veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and their families and friends in District Of Columbia, Distric

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Frequently asked questions

How many crisis services resources are available in District of Columbia?

OneClickMentalHealth lists verified crisis services resources across District of Columbia. The full count and current listings are shown above. New providers are added and verified on an ongoing basis.

Are these crisis services services free?

Most listings on OneClickMentalHealth are free or low-cost. Each resource page shows pricing or fee structure when known. Many providers offer sliding-scale fees based on income, accept Medicaid, or are funded by federal, state, or county programs.

How do I know if I'm eligible?

Eligibility varies by provider — common factors include income, insurance, residency, age, and the type of service needed. Call the listed phone number; most intake staff can tell you in a few minutes whether you qualify and what to bring.

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 in English and Spanish (Spanish: press 2). Veterans can press 1.

Do these services accept insurance or Medicaid?

Many do. Open any resource page to see accepted insurance plans when reported, or call to confirm. If you don't have insurance, ask about sliding-scale fees, charity care, or county-funded programs — many providers serve uninsured patients.

Can I get help in a language other than English?

Yes — many resources offer services in Spanish, and several support Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, Tagalog, Arabic, or French. Use the language filter, or call 988 (press 2 for Spanish, or use 988lifeline.org/help-yourself/en-espanol/ for more options).

In crisis? Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (free, 24/7, confidential, English and Spanish). Veterans press 1. For LGBTQ+ youth, call 988 then press 3. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.