Mental Health Resources (New Jersey & National)

If you or someone you know is struggling, there are many free, confidential mental health resources available. Support is accessible 24/7 in many cases.

🚨 Immediate Crisis Support (24/7)

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

  • 📞 Call or text 988

  • 💬 Chat available online

  • Free, confidential support for anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis

  • Connects you to trained counselors anytime

Crisis Text Line

  • 📱 Text HOME to 741741

  • Free, 24/7 text-based support with trained counselors

NJ Hopeline

  • 📞 1-855-654-6735

  • Emotional support and suicide prevention services

  • Call, text, or chat available

📞 New Jersey Mental Health Hotlines & Support

NJ MentalHealthCares

  • 📞 1-866-202-HELP (4357)

  • 🕒 Daily support (live + callback)

  • Helps connect you to therapy, housing, rehab, and other services

  • Offers emotional support and referrals

NAMI New Jersey HelpLine

  • 📞 1-866-626-4664

  • 📧 helpline@naminj.org

  • Peer support, education, and resource navigation

  • Great for individuals and families

NJ Mental Health Hotline

  • 📞 866-903-3787

  • 24/7 support, assessment, and referrals to services

👨‍👩‍👧 Specialized Support

2NDFLOOR Youth Helpline (Ages 10–24)

  • 📞 or text 888-222-2228

  • Confidential support for teens and young adults

  • Available 24/7

NJ Connect for Recovery (Families)

  • 📞 1-855-652-3737

  • Support for families dealing with substance use

Vet2Vet (Veterans & Families)

  • 📞 1-866-838-7654

  • Peer support specifically for veterans

🔎 Finding Ongoing Mental Health Care

NJ 2-1-1 Resource Line

  • 📞 Dial 211

  • Connects you to local services including therapy, housing, and crisis care

  • Database includes thousands of NJ resources

Early Intervention & Crisis Services

  • Walk-in crisis centers and screening services available statewide

  • No appointment needed for urgent mental health concerns

Online Mental Health Screening

  • Free, quick mental health screening tools available through national organizations

  • Helpful first step (not a diagnosis)

💡 When to Reach Out

You don’t have to wait for a crisis. Consider reaching out if you’re experiencing:

  • Persistent anxiety, sadness, or overwhelm

  • Difficulty functioning day-to-day

  • Relationship or family stress

  • Major life transitions

  • Thoughts of self-harm or feeling