Crisis Resources
EMERGENCIES
If you are experiencing an emergency such as thoughts of harming yourself or someone else on which you might act, if your symptoms are becoming intolerable, or if you feel your situation is life threatening, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
URGENT/CRISIS SITUATIONS (non-life-threatening)
If you are experiencing a non-life-threatening crisis or urgent situation, seek support from a trusted friend, family member, or healthcare provider such as your therapist, psychiatrist, or primary care doctor. You may also contact The National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. This three digit telephone number can be called from anywhere within the United States and is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
If you are in or near crisis and feel you need other resources, below you will find crisis resources for the Rhode Island and Massachusetts areas.
Rhode Island: A list of local resources to use in a crisis can be found here.
Massachusetts: If you you need to speak with a mental health provider urgently about what you are experiencing, you can call your local Emergency Services Program (ESP). ESP services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. You can find the ESP serving your area by calling 1-877-382-1609 and entering your zip code.