Resources in Washington, the Greater Seattle-area, and the University of Washington
Find resources local to Washington, the greater Seattle-area, or the University of Washington to support yourself or a loved one below. If you are looking for online and national resources, try our
Online Resources for Hope, Treatment, and Recovery page.
CSPAR is proud to be part of the University of Washington Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, the School of Medicine and the greater UW community. Please see the department options for
Clinical Care and Consultation.
Forefront Suicide Prevention is a Center of Excellence at the University of Washington focused on reducing suicide by empowering individuals and communities to take sustainable action, championing systemic change, and restoring hope.
Forefront is not a suicide prevention hotline or crisis center.
Residents of King County, including the city of Seattle, can dial #211 to receive information on and connections to a wide variety of health and human service programs, including food banks, subsidized transportation, and housing assistance.
There are 20 NAMI affiliate offices throughout Washington State, including
NAMI Seattle. NAMI serves to provide advocacy, education, and resources such as support groups or classes for people impacted by mental illness.
Accessible for children and teenagers under 17 years old in Washington State, call (833) 303-5437 for help finding receiving referrals to mental health services tailored to your (or your child’s) needs.
People throughout Washington State can dial (877) 500-WARM (9276) to talk to peer volunteers to discuss emotional and mental health challenges.
Dial (866) 789-1511 to access discreet, anonymous, and confidential support services for a wide variety of needs, including local treatment resources for substance abuse, problem gambling and mental health issues.
Washington State teenagers can call or text (866) 833-6546 to connect with teen volunteers for peer support to talk about bullying, stress, relationships, depression, or other issues, in addition to offering resources. Teen Link is available 7 days a week from 6pm-10pm.
Native American & Alaska Native people in Washington State can call 988 and dial option 4 to be connected with the Native & Strong Lifeline. The Native & Strong Lifeline is a suicide, crisis, and help line specifically for American Indian and Alaska Natives.
