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Some resources on this page are legally required to contact authorities if you have a plan and an imminent timeline to hurt yourself or others, or if a dependent is being abused. To learn more about each resource click the listed hyperlink.

Trevor LifeLine

If you’re experiencing thoughts of suicide, the Trevor Project is here for you. Text and LGBTQ-competent crisis counselor at any time.

Text START to 678–678 on a phone or follow this link on a computer to begin.

Suicide-Prevention Crisis Text Line

While not LGBTQ-specific, the Crisis Text Line is here to support anyone in distress, including anyone with thoughts of suicide. This resource is also available in Spanish.

In the U.S.: Text the word TALK to 741–741 to connect now.

In the U.K.: Text the word SHOUT to 85258

In Canada: Text the word CONNECT to 686868

In Ireland: Text the word HOME to 50808

Finding LGBTQ+ Friendly Therapy

Mental Health America has compiled resources to connect LGBTQ+ people with supportive counselors in the area.

This is not a crisis resource.