An overwhelming 19.32% of Washington D.C. residents suffer from any given mental illness, according to NAMI. Furthermore, DC consistently ranks among the states with the worst rates of substance abuse. More than half of those who seek mental health care are either unable to access it or afford it. We want to help.
Here are three completely free and confidential resources that any DC resident can and should utilize. Professionally trained mental health specialists are standing by. Call today and explore your options.
The Mental Health Hotline
The Mental Health Hotline (MHH) offers free, confidential, around-the-clock assistance with any mental health issue whatsoever. Call 866-903-3787 anytime to reach a trained professional who can offer guidance, counseling, and more resources if need be. Give us a call now, or feel free to browse our website, which is loaded with helpful information and external links.
Access HelpLine
Any resident of DC can dial 888-793-4357 to be connected with a professional from the Department of Behavioral Health. The call is free is confidential. Click here to learn more.
NAMI DC
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is one of the largest resources for free assistance with mental health issues in the US. Call 800-950-6264 anytime to reach a crisis counselor, or text “NAMI” to 741741. DC has its own NAMI hub – visit the website by clicking here.