About one in five Ohio residents suffers from diagnosable depression. Also, the rate of prevalence for any mental condition in Ohio is percentage points higher than the national average. From 2007 to 2017, the number of suicides per 100,000 Ohioans rose from 10.8 deaths to 14.8 deaths. Also, Ohio is continuously one of the epicenters of the opioid crisis.
Ohio has higher-than-average rates of mental illness, with nearly 2 million residents dealing with some sort of mental health condition. Unfortunately, more than half of those struggling with mental health in the United States don’t receive care — often for financial reasons.
If you’re struggling with your mental health or facing an immediate crisis, call these mental health hotlines in Ohio to get connected to free mental health services. Ohio residents don’t have to suffer in silence. Help is available, and it’s just a phone call away.
Fortunately, there’s help. No shortage of providers (or shortage of funds) should ever prevent you from getting the help you deserve. The following resources are free of charge, confidential, and available to all Ohio residents. Help yourself or someone you love today.
The National Mental Health Hotline
If you need to connect with a mental health specialist, call 1-866-903-3787 right now. A trained professional will take your call and assist you however she or he can. A world of resources is waiting for you. The hotline is available to all US residents and operates on a 24/7 basis.
Ohio CareLine
The Ohio CareLine hotline is an Ohio crisis hotline that provides free support services to callers. It’s operated by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and is staffed 24/7. When you call this Ohio mental health hotline, you’ll be connected to a trained professional who can talk with you and help you through difficult times. Referrals are also available for in-person assistance. – (800) 720-9616
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Just like you call 911 when you have a fire in your house, you can call 988 when you’re struggling with your mental health. This free, confidential service connects you to trained professionals who can help you or a loved one who’s dealing with suicidal thoughts or another mental health crisis. – 988
NAMI Helpline
The National Alliance on Mental Illness is available to anyone within the United States Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. EST. This peer-support service can provide recommendations and referrals to local resources or just spend time talking with you if you need to feel less alone. – (800) 950-6264