Mental Health Resources
- Central Coast Hotline – Confidential mental health guidance, crisis, and suicide prevention. Call: (800) 783-0607
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988 or text TALK to 741741
- Trevor Project Crisis – Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ youth under 25.If you are thinking about suicide and in need of immediate support, please call the TrevorLifeline at 1-866-488-7386
- Lumina Alliance – Crisis support for dating and domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. TOLL- FREE 24 /7 Crisis Line: (805) 545- 8888
- Trans Lifeline – Crisis support for dating and domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Call: (805) 545-8888
- CalHOPE Warm Line: (833) 317-4673 | 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week Or to chat, visit calhopeconnect.org
Vets4Warriors 1-855-838-8255 is a one-of-a-kind 24/7 peer support network. Today Vets4Warriors operates independently of the U.S. military, complementing official government resources available to service members and veterans.
Mental Health & Support Services
- SAMHSA Treatment Locator A free, confidential resource for finding therapists and other mental health professionals. Available 24/7. 1-800-662-4357
- Cal Voices COVID-19 Support Line: (916) 288-8535 | Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Calhopeconnect.org: If you or someone you are caring for is in a crisis situation, please immediately contact the following services 24-Hour Suicide Prevention Hotline: (800) 273-8255 Text 838255 | 24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline: (800) 799-7233
- Disaster Distress Helpline – A 24/7 hotline support for emotional distress related to disasters. 1-800-985-5990
or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746 - Vets4Warriors 1-855-838-8255 is a one-of-a-kind 24/7 peer support network. Today Vets4Warriors operates independently of the U.S. military, complementing official government resources available to service members and veterans.
- 2-1-1 Suicide Prevention Hotlines
Additional Support Lines
24-Hour Suicide Prevention Hotline: (800) 273-8255 | Text 838255
24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline: (800) 799-7233
Resources for Coping with Loss
- Central Coast Hotline New Services: Brief Therapy Clinic provides short-term therapy with sessions ranging once a week for 10 to 12 weeks. This pilot program is available for clients who are underinsured, meaning they may not have insurance at all or it may have lapsed since COVID. The program also accepts clients without a current therapist or psychiatrist. Clinical interns will work with callers that have a diagnosis ranging in the mild to moderate categories. Sessions are Zoom-based and all sessions are free. (800) 783-0607
- Central Coast Hotline Texting Services: Our new Texting Service is now available Monday through Friday, from 10am-2pm and uses the (805) area code with the Central Coast Hotline phone number. Just text (800) 783-0607 during hours of operation to begin a text conversation.
- SLO County Mental Health Services provides mental health treatment services for youth, adults, and senior citizens to help with family, personal, or psychiatric issues. If you need to begin Behavioral Health services, please call the access line at (800) 838-1381
- Lumina Alliance For a community free from sexual & intimate partner violence (805) 545-8888
- Transitions-Mental Health Association (TMHA) nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating stigma and promoting recovery and wellness for people with mental illness through work, housing, community and family support services. (805) 540-6500 | Central Coast Hotline: (800) 783-0607
- Community Counseling Center is a mental health safety net contributor and preventative care provider of professional, affordable psychotherapy for the economically disadvantaged and under-insured residents of the Central Coast. CCC offers three distinct therapy programs to support psychological healing and emotional well-being.(805) 543-7969. Low Cost. Accepts Cen-Cal (Medi-Cal)
- Community Health Centers CHC non-profit network of community health centers serving the residents of California’s Central Coast. Conveniently located throughout San Luis Obispo and northern Santa Barbara counties, their committed team of healthcare professionals are dedicated to maintaining your health and well-being
- Community Resources opportunities for peer gatherings, one-on-one mentoring and personal growth
- Work Resources on-going job support services necessary for individuals with mental illnesses to choose, get and keep competitive employment, while working in jobs and environments they prefer and with the level of professional support they desire.
- Housing Resources TMHA houses over 300 clients annually, and we offer programs for individuals at every level of need.
- SLO County Drug and Alcohol Services variety of services and programs to help people with drug and alcohol problems, including public walk-in clinics, prevention programs, youth and adult programs, and court-mandated programs . (805) 781-4275 / More drug and alcohol links on the Addiction and Recovery page.
- SLO County Hospice is an incorporated 501(c)3 volunteer hospicevolunteer hospice serving San Luis Obispo County residents who are facing a life-limiting illness, end of life or grief. SLO: (805) 544-2266
- Cal Poly's Campus Health & Wellbeing low cost and sliding scale fees (805) 756-2511
- CapSLO Family Support Services offers free/low cost parenting classes and programs for families, single mothers, single fathers, and families with an absent parent (805) 541-4122 ext. 25
- Resilient souls exists to compassionately care for and flourish the growth and healing for victims of trauma, abuse, and exploitation by empowering them with tools and educational programs to build their families and community into a safe haven (805) 674-5056
- 2-1-1 Counseling Services guided search for resources in SLO County.
- Psychology Today an online directory to help find a therapist, psychologist or psychiatrist that best fits individual needs.
- Choosing Therapy’s directory
- Support Groups Directory // (805) 549-8989
- Eating Disorder Referrals // (805) 549-8989
- AIDS Support Network // (805) 781-3660
- Gay and Lesbian Alliance of Central Coast - GALA // (805) 541-4252
- Hospice // (805) 544-2266 or dial 211 (SLO) // (805) 434-1164 or dial 211 (North County)
- Wellness Central is a free health and wellness resource created especially for California Community College students. This resource is here for you to access in your space at your pace!
- Each Mind Matters is California’s Mental Health Movement. We are millions of individuals and thousands of organizations working to advance mental health. The mental health movement certainly didn’t start with us, but Each Mind Matters was created to unite all of us who share a vision of improved mental health and equality.
- Mental Health is Health Our emotional health can range from thriving to struggling. No matter what you’re experiencing, there are ways to take action to support yourself and those around you.
- Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.
- The Safe Zone Project (SZP) is a free online resource providing curricula, activities, and other resources for educators facilitating Safe Zone trainings (sexuality, gender, and LGBTQ+ education sessions), and learners who are hoping to explore these concepts on their own.
- QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer) is a 1-2 hour educational program designed to teach lay and professional "gatekeepers"
the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond. Gatekeepers can include
anyone who is strategically positioned to recognize and refer someone at risk of suicide
(e.g., parents, friends, neighbors, teachers, coaches, caseworkers, police officers).
The process follows three steps: (1) Question the individual's desire or intent regarding
suicide, (2) Persuade the person to seek and accept help, and (3) Refer the person
to appropriate resources.
- JED Foundation helps more teens and young adults get access to the resources and support they need to navigate life’s challenges and educates and equips families and the communities around them to know when and how to support teens & young adults.
- Know the Signs is a statewide suicide prevention social marketing campaign built on three key messages: Know the signs. Find the words. Reach out.
- Active Minds advocacy and resources for mental health awareness.
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
- Mental Health Resources Guide critical Mental Health Resources for College Students.
- A Guide on Navigating Mental Health Care is a guide that provides several resources, tips and insights on understanding health insurance coverage and finding mental health support.
- MakeTheConnection.net is an online resource designed to connect Veterans, their family members and friends, and other supporters with information, resources, and solutions to issues affecting their lives.
- Sleepjunkie.com This article will break down everything you need to know about sleep health, its effects on your mental capacity, and time management tips to help you get more sleep.
- thehavenatcollege.com helps students struggling with mental health and substance use challenges have a safe and successful college experience.
