YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
Immediate Help for LGBTQ+ Mental Health Crises
Rooted in Pride: Break the STIGMA
Life can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Whether you're facing mental health challenges, discrimination, or need someone to talk to, support is just a step away.
If you are in immediate danger:
If you or someone else is at risk of harm, please seek immediate help:
Emergency Services (U.S.):
Call 911 or visit your nearest emergency room.Crisis Text Line (U.S.):
Text HELLO to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (U.S.):
Call 988 for confidential, 24/7 support.Access and Assessment Line: (415) 473-6666
Crisis Stabilization Unit: (800) 273-8255
LGBTQIA+ Affirming Hotlines & Resources:
The Trevor Project
Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678.
A 24/7 hotline providing support for LGBTQ+ youth.Trans Lifeline
Call 877-565-8860
A crisis hotline specifically for transgender people.LGBT National Help Center
Call 1-888-843-4564
Confidential, anonymous peer-support for LGBTQ+ individuals of all ages.
Local Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Whether it’s a low point, a crisis, or something you can’t put into words, call or text 988 to get help, 24/7
The Warm Line
Call the California Peer-Run Warm Line for free, non-emergency mental health support 24/7 at 1-855-845-7415.
Nami Helpline
Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), text “HelpLine” to 62640 or email us at helpline@nami.org
If a loved one is in crisis:
When a mental health crisis happens, it can be overwhelming, and many people feel unprepared or unsure of what to do.
If you are concerned that a loved one is in crisis or approaching one, seek help. First, assess the urgency of the situation to determine the best course of action.
De-escalation Techniques:
✔ Stay calm and actively listen
✔ Be patient and avoid overreacting
✔ Show support and concern
✔ Minimize distractions and stimulation
✔ Offer choices rather than taking control
✔ Ask before touching the person
✔ Explain actions before taking them
✘ Avoid making judgmental remarks
✘ Don’t argue or try to reason with them
If the situation escalates beyond what you can manage, reach out to mental health professionals who can provide the appropriate level of support.
If you or someone you know is in crisis but not in immediate physical danger, these steps can help you get through the moment:
Reach Out for Support:
Talk to a trusted friend, adult, family member, or counselor. You don’t have to face this alone.Ground Yourself:
Practice deep breathing, mindful meditation, or grounding techniques to help bring yourself back to the present moment.Example: Slowly inhale for four counts, hold for four counts, exhale for four counts. Repeat until you feel more grounded.
Distraction Techniques:
Engage in an activity that helps distract you in a healthy way. This could be journaling, drawing, listening to calming music, or going for a walk.Write Down Your Feelings:
Sometimes it helps to put your thoughts on paper. Journaling can be a therapeutic way to process emotions and relieve stress.Explore Additional Resources:
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Navigating A Mental Health Crisis Guide
Navigating a Crisis
Discrimination, in any form, has no place in our community. Whether it's based on gender, sexual orientation, race, disability, or any other identity, it’s crucial to speak up and hold individuals and institutions accountable. By reporting discrimination, you’re not only advocating for your own rights but also helping create a safer and more inclusive environment for everyone.
Report Discrimination: Stand Up, Speak Out
Why Report?
Reporting helps bring attention to harmful behaviors and creates the opportunity for change. By reporting discrimination, you help expose patterns, ensure justice, and raise awareness about the impact of harmful actions. You also provide resources and support to those who may feel marginalized or silenced.
What You Can Report?
Verbal, physical, or emotional abuse
Discriminatory policies or actions
Bullying, slurs, or harmful jokes
Harassment based on LGBTQIA+ identity
Discrimination in healthcare, housing, employment, or other public spaces
Unfair treatment or denial of services based on gender, sexual orientation, or any other identity
How to Report Discrimination?
If you’re in immediate danger: Contact emergency services at 911 or visit your nearest emergency room.
Online or school-related discrimination: Reach out to the appropriate school or platform's reporting service or harassment support center.
Discrimination at work or public spaces: Report to your employer, HR department, or local civil rights organization.
