Maryland Mental Health Hotline
Free, confidential support for Maryland residents — available 24/7.
⚠ Safety Notice
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. First responders can reach you within minutes.
If you’re having thoughts of suicide or are in emotional crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
The Mental Health Hotline offers support and resources. It is not a substitute for emergency services.
If you are feeling worried or anxious, or dealing with something more serious, you are not alone. NAMI reports that more than 39% of Maryland adults have had symptoms of anxiety or depression, and more than a third of them said they could not get the help they felt they needed.
A mental health crisis can come on suddenly, even for someone with no history of one, and it can escalate quickly. There is no reason to feel lost when that happens — Maryland has statewide lines you can reach any hour of the day.
The resources below point toward free and low-cost mental health care for people of every background and situation, whether you are trying to get a diagnosis, looking for substance use help, or worried about someone you love.
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Options for Maryland Hotlines
The following resources provide support, information and connections to care across Maryland. 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 Maryland, explore the page below:
Help Is Here
Dealing with an emotional or mental health crisis is hard enough without having to work out which number to dial. If you are not sure which Maryland service fits your situation, that is a reasonable place to be stuck.
The Mental Health Hotline can answer your questions and help you find mental health resources across Maryland. Calls are free and confidential, and you can share as much or as little as you want.
Call when you’re ready.