Georgia Mental Health Hotline
Free, confidential support for Georgia residents — available 24/7.
Georgia is one of the most populous states in the country. More than 1.4 million adults — twice the population of Atlanta — have a mental illness or struggle with mental well-being. The state also ranks 48th in the nation for access to mental health treatment.
Despite that low ranking, help is available. A shortage of providers in your area or limited funds should not be a barrier to getting the help you need, whether you’re going through a difficult time, need a diagnosis and treatment or are concerned about self-harm.
The resources below are free to contact and available to Georgia residents. What you share stays confidential.
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Options for Georgia Hotlines
The following resources provide support, information and connections to care across Georgia. The Mental Health Hotline is one of several places to turn — explore what fits your needs.
Local Resources by City
For city-specific mental health resources in Georgia, explore the pages below:
Why Call a Georgia Mental Health Hotline
About one in five American adults live with a mental illness, and many more are affected by a loved one’s struggle. Those symptoms can leave you feeling lost and isolated, and the shame that often comes with them makes reaching out harder than it should be. Simply reading this page and looking into Georgia’s mental health resources is a step forward. If stigma is what’s stopping you from taking the next one, the Mental Health Hotline can help you find resources that fit your situation.
Georgia support hotlines are available 24 hours a day to offer a safe place to talk about what you’re dealing with and to get guidance. It’s an easy, anonymous way to work out your next steps, whether that’s getting a medical diagnosis, a nursing assessment or finding a provider who specializes in what you need.
Sometimes a serious life change, like divorce, losing a loved one, going to college or getting fired from a job, can seriously affect your mental well-being. You may want to talk through what’s happening and figure out what kind of support fits. You can do that by calling 866-903-3787.
You Can Stay Anonymous
Mental health hotlines value your privacy and offer confidential services. You can talk through how you’re feeling and share your concerns in a judgment-free zone, and you decide how much you want to say.
Help Is Available When You Need It Most
Because these lines are open 24 hours a day, you can reach out when you’re triggered, tempted to drink or use drugs, or unsure where to turn. Knowing that support is available at any hour can be a comfort on its own.
Referrals to Resources in Your Area
Mental health hotlines provide access to a large network of resources across Georgia, including free and low-cost treatment options. If you don’t know where to start, the Mental Health Hotline can point you in the right direction.
Georgia Mental Health Statistics to Know
Mental illness can affect anyone, and substance use struggles don’t discriminate by age, race or gender. If you’re feeling isolated or worried you’ll be judged for seeking help, these national figures show you are not alone:
Additional finding: More women with mental health issues (51.7%) sought help than men (40.0%). Severe mental illnesses include schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and major depression.
Help Is Here
Your mental well-being matters as much as your physical health. Living with an undiagnosed and untreated mental illness takes a heavy toll on your enjoyment of life and on your relationships with friends and loved ones.
Your situation and challenges are your own, and you may not know how to ask for help. The Mental Health Hotline is a good place to start.
Call when you’re ready.