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Student Crisis Resources

Suicide Hotline Numbers

In case of an emergency, dial 911 and tell an operator that you are in suicidal danger.

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 988
Colonial Behavioral Health - Emergency Services (24 hours/7 days per week) 757-378-5555
Crisis Text Line (24 hours/7 days per week) Text START to 741-741
BlackLine prioritizes BIPOC (call or text) 800-604-5841
Trans Lifeline 877-565-8860
The Trevor Project for LBGTQ Youth (24 hours/7 days per week) 866-4-U-Trevor or 866-488-7386

 

 

 

 

Mental Health Resources for Teens

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - Lifeline Chat and Text is a service of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline), connecting individuals with crisis counselors for emotional support and other services via web chat or texting 988.  

Care Solace - York County School Division has partnered with Care Solace to help families find an available provider matched to their student or family needs.  With Care Solace, families and staff gain access to a dedicated Care Companion 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.  Care companions identify local providers and find the right fit and availability of care for families.  Care Solace is available for use at no cost.  To learn more about how you can connect with Care Solace, speak with your school counselor.

National Alliance on Mental Illness: Teens - Determining whether certain behavior is normal or a symptom of a mental health condition can be difficult. Learn when to ask for help, how to talk to your friends and family about mental health, and more.   

TeenLife - TeenLife has put together this list of online mental health resources for teens in order to help students around the world to find the help that they need. We know that every teen is different -- that your relationship with your family, friends, classmates and self is complicated and unique -- but the mental health resources for teens on this page can help you start down the path towards healing. 

The Trevor Project - Trained counselors at the Trever Project understand the challenges LGBTQ young people face.  They will listen without judgment, and you can share as much or as little as you'd like.  If you are thinking about harming yourself - get immediate support. Connect to a crisis counselor 24/7, 365 days a year, from anywhere in the U.S. It is 100% confidential, and 100% free. Chat, call or text.

Grief Supports - Grief affects each person differently, and it’s important they feel seen, heard, and supported.  The following are resources for students, families, and staff to help navigate loss and promote healing.  Whether you're seeking guidance, professional support, or ways to help others, these tools are here to assist during difficult times.

  • Dougy Center - Dougy Center offers a wide range of online resources to support children, teens, young adults, and families who are grieving. Their website provides access to articles, tip sheets, videos, podcasts, and downloadable guides that help individuals understand and cope with grief before and after a death. These tools are designed to create a safe, supportive space for sharing experiences and fostering healing.
  • What's Your Grief? - What’s Your Grief? offers a comprehensive collection of online resources to help individuals understand and cope with grief. Their website features articles, podcasts, webinars, and downloadable guides covering a wide range of topics—from coping strategies and grief education to creative expression and supporting others. These tools are designed to be accessible, relatable, and supportive for anyone navigating loss.
  • Comfort Zone Camp Grief Support - Comfort Zone Camp (CZC) serves children who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, primary care giver, or friend.  All programs are offered at no cost to families.  CZC provides a safe, nurturing  environment where kids can have traditional camp fun, while at the same time acquiring tools to help them cope with their loss.  

This list is for general informational purposes only.  Appearance on this list does not constitute an endorsement and descriptions are not exhaustive.