Crisis Supports for Harris and Montgomery County

Mental Health & Crisis Resources in the Houston Area

If you or someone you love is experiencing emotional distress, mental health concerns, or a crisis, it’s important to know: you are not alone, and help is available right here in the Houston area. Whether you need someone to talk to, are navigating a difficult season, or find yourself in immediate crisis, there are local organizations ready to support you with compassion and care.

As a counselor, I care deeply about your well-being—even if I’m not available to meet with you right away. Below is a list of trusted mental health and crisis resources in the Greater Houston area, available to help you or your loved ones take the next step toward safety, stability, and healing.

🧠 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Support

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD

• Crisis Line (24/7): 713-970-7000

• Website: www.theharriscenter.org

• Offers mobile crisis outreach, walk-in clinics, and support for individuals and families facing serious mental health issues.

Montgomery County Crisis Line

• Phone: 1-800-659-6994

• Supports residents of Montgomery County with mental health crises and referrals to local services.

Texas Health and Human Services – Mental Health Crisis Lines

• Statewide Mental Health Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

• Connects you to your local mental health authority based on your location.

📍 Walk-In & In-Person Help

Ben Taub General Hospital Psychiatric Emergency Services

• Address: 1504 Ben Taub Loop, Houston, TX 77030

• Phone: 713-873-2000

• A 24-hour psychiatric emergency center for those experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis.

UTHealth Harris County Psychiatric Center (HCPC)

• Address: 2800 S. MacGregor Way, Houston, TX 77021

• Phone: 713-741-5000

• Offers emergency psychiatric care and inpatient services.

💬Call, Text, or Chat Now

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

• Dial: 988

• Chat Online: 988lifeline.org

• Free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress or crisis.

Crisis Text Line

• Text: HOME to 741741

• Available 24/7 for free support via text from trained crisis counselors.

Texas Youth Helpline

• Call or Text: 1-800-989-6884

• For youth and families needing support, counseling, or someone to talk to.

· Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States, anytime. Crisis Text Line is here for any crisis.

· Love is Respect: Visit www.loveisrespect.org/, text “LOVEIS” to 22522, or call 1-866-331-9474 to talk with a peer advocate to prevent and end abusive relationships.

· National Eating Disorder Association: Visit www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/ , or call 1-800-931-2237.

· National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Visit www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ call 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or call 988.

Domestic Violence & Abuse Support

Houston Area Women’s Center (HAWC)

• 24-Hour Hotline: 713-528-2121

• Website: www.hawc.org

• Offers safe shelter, advocacy, counseling, and legal services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

The Bridge Over Troubled Waters (Pasadena, TX)

• 24-Hour Hotline: 713-473-2801

• Offers crisis intervention, shelter, and advocacy for those impacted by domestic violence and sexual assault.

Shelter & Basic Needs

Star of Hope Mission

• Phone: 713-748-0700

• Website: www.sohmission.org

• Provides emergency shelter, meals, and recovery services to men, women, and families experiencing homelessness.

SEARCH Homeless Services

• Phone: 713-739-7752

• Connects individuals with housing, case management, and mental health support.

Useful Apps

· Calm helps users with mindfulness and meditation.

· Pacifica helps teens break the cycle of ongoing negative thoughts. It does this by using tools that target stress, anxiety, and depression.

· Calm Harm provides tasks to help users resist or manage the urge to self-harm.

· My3 is a crisis support app for people who have suicidal thoughts. The app features a contact list to call in case of emergencies.

· MoodPath helps teens to detect symptoms of depression.

❤️ You’re Not Alone

At Woodlands Haven, I believe everyone deserves support, safety, and the chance to heal. If you are in crisis or facing overwhelming emotions, please reach out to one of the resources above immediately. These organizations are here for you, day or night.

If you are not in immediate crisis but would like to begin therapy, I invite you to explore the rest of my site and reach out when you’re ready. Healing is possible—and it begins with asking for help.

Take care of yourself. You are valued, and your life matters.