Mental Health Resources & Crisis Support
Support, guidance, and help when you need it — vetted hotlines, education, Illinois services, and tools you can use today.
Help is available right now
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. Otherwise, reach out to any of these free, confidential lines 24 hours a day.
Call or text 988
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — free, confidential support for anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis. Connect with 988
Text HOME to 741741
Crisis Text Line — trained counselors by text for anxiety, panic, trauma, or distress. Text 741741
Call 911
Emergencies and immediate danger — or go to the nearest emergency room. Call 911
Crisis & emergency support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 24/7
Free and confidential support for people experiencing emotional distress, thoughts of self-harm, or suicidal crisis — by phone, text, or chat. Chat at 988lifeline.org
Crisis Text Line
Support for anxiety, panic, trauma, or distress by text message with a trained volunteer counselor. Text HOME to 741741
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
Support for individuals experiencing domestic violence or relationship-related harm, 24/7. Call 1-800-799-7233
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
Confidential support for survivors of sexual violence, with referrals to local services. Call 1-800-656-4673
Mental health support & education
NAMI
The National Alliance on Mental Illness offers advocacy, education, support groups, and mental health resources nationwide. Visit nami.org
Mental Health America
Screening tools, educational materials, wellness programs, and peer-support resources. Visit mhanational.org
SAMHSA
Treatment locators, recovery resources, crisis support, and behavioral health information from the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Visit samhsa.gov Call 1-800-799-7233
Local Mental Health Helpline
Healing begins with understanding, growing, and thriving together — support for emotional wellbeing, mental health questions, and peer assistance. Call 1-312-625-0078
Illinois-based resources
Illinois Warm Line
Support for emotional wellbeing, mental health questions, and peer assistance for Illinois residents. Call 1-866-359-7953
Illinois Helpline for Substance Use
Confidential support for substance use concerns, recovery options, and treatment resources. Call 1-833-234-6343
Illinois Department of Human Services
Access to state programs, financial support, and community mental health centers. Visit dhs.state.il.us
Find a health care provider near you
Looking for in-person care in Illinois? Our telehealth practice serves the whole state — start with a discovery call. Contact Mental Clarity & Wellness
Family, youth & child resources
Child Mind Institute
Resources for anxiety, ADHD, trauma, behavior challenges, and school-related mental health topics. Visit childmind.org
Mental Health First Aid
Courses and guides that teach adults how to recognize and respond to signs of mental illness in young people. Visit mentalhealthfirstaid.org
The Trevor Project
Support for LGBTQ+ young people experiencing emotional distress or crisis, 24/7. Call 1-866-488-7386
Child & adolescent care with Dr. Dorsey
Evaluations, treatment plans, and follow-up monitoring for children and teens — including ADHD and school-related concerns. Learn about psychiatry visits
Self-help, mindfulness & wellness apps
Calm
Meditation, sleep support, and stress-reduction programs. Visit calm.com
Headspace
Mindfulness exercises, breathing practices, and anxiety-reduction tools. Visit headspace.com
Insight Timer
A free meditation library with support groups and mental health courses. Visit insighttimer.com
Sanvello
CBT-based support for anxiety, depression, and stress. Visit sanvello.com
Support for work, stress & burnout
Workplace Mental Health
Tools for managing stress, setting boundaries, and improving emotional wellbeing at work. Visit workplacementalhealth.org
Mindful
Articles, guided practices, and workplace wellness tools for stress and focus. Visit mindful.org
Burnout or chronic stress?
If work stress is affecting your sleep, mood, or relationships, an evaluation can clarify next steps. Read how telehealth psychiatry works
For clients of Mental Clarity & Wellness
Need support or follow-up?
Current and prospective clients can reach the office by phone or email for guidance, scheduling, and follow-up questions. Contact the office.
Schedule a visit
Request a discovery call, an initial evaluation, or a follow-up appointment by secure online form. Book an appointment
After office hours
This practice does not provide emergency care. For a mental health emergency, call or text 988 or call 911. Call or text 988
If you are in crisis, call or text 988. In an emergency, call 911.
These resources are provided for general information and do not replace professional care.
Ready to take the first step?
Booking takes a few minutes, and your first visit is a conversation — not a commitment to a lifetime of treatment.