Per the Daily News last May, “Nearly one in every 25 New Yorkers live with a serious mental illness, with around 280,000 adults dealing with diagnoses like major depressive disorder or schizophrenia, city health officials reported last month.” One in five NYC residents experience mental health symptoms at any given time. The amount of available mental health care in New York City is well above average, but not necessarily the amount of affordable care.
Here are three completely free and confidential resources that any NYC 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.
NYC Well
Sponsored by Thrive NYC, the program exists solely for New Yorkers to have a 24/7 helpline for any mental health issue or crisis. Call 888-692-9355 anytime or text “WELL” to 65173 to be connected with a professional who can help. Visit the NYC Well website by clicking here.
NAMI NYC
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. New York City has its own NAMI hub – visit the website by clicking here.
New York State Mental Health Resources
Find more resources and information on mental health services available in the state, including hotlines, support groups, and treatment centers. If you or someone you know is in need of mental health support, please visit this page for more information.