Crisis Resources
Support and resources for difficult moments. You don't have to navigate them alone.
Immediate Help
911 — Emergency Services
For immediate danger or life-threatening emergencies.
988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for mental health or suicide crisis support.
211 Texas — Community Resources
Find local services, housing assistance, and treatment resources.
Specialized Resources
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National Domestic Violence Hotline
Call 800-799-7233, text START to 88788, or use online chat for support with domestic violence, relationship safety, and safety planning.
Website: thehotline.org
Texas Advocacy Project
Provides legal and support resources for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and related forms of abuse in Texas.
Website: texasadvocacyproject.org
The Family Place — Dallas
Dallas-area services for individuals and families affected by domestic violence, including shelter, counseling, and supportive services.
Website: familyplace.org
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RAINN — National Sexual Assault Hotline
Call 800-656-4673 or access online support for survivors of sexual assault and abuse, as well as information about local services.
Website: rainn.org
Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center (DARCC)
Dallas-area support and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence. Check its website for current services and contact information.
Website: dallasrapecrisis.org
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SAMHSA National Helpline
Call 800-662-4357 for free, confidential information and referrals for substance use and mental health treatment. This is a treatment referral service, not an emergency hotline.
Website: samhsa.gov/find-help or FindTreatment.gov.
Twelfth Step Ministry - Dallas
Dallas-based recovery organization that provides a welcoming place for people seeking support through 12-step recovery programs.
Website: twelfthstepministry.org
Al-Anon Family Groups
Peer support for people affected by someone else's drinking, including family members and partners.
Website: al-anon.org
Nar-Anon Family Groups
Peer support for family members and friends affected by another person's drug addiction.
Website: nar-anon.org
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Peer-led recovery meetings and support for people seeking recovery from alcohol use.
Website: aa.org
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GLBT National Help Center
Offers peer-support resources for LGBTQIA+ individuals, including support lines and online community resources. Visit the website for current services, hours, and eligibility.
Website: https://lgbthotline.org/
National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs (NCAVP)
The Anti-Violence Project provides resources and support related to violence affecting LGBTQIA+ and HIV-affected communities, including information on safety and advocacy. Visit the website for current programs and services.
Website: https://avp.org/
The Trevor Project
Call 866-488-7386, text START to 678-678, or use online chat for 24/7 crisis support for LGBTQ+ young people.
Website: thetrevorproject.org/get-help
Educational resources, personal stories, and information about bisexuality to help individuals, families, and allies build understanding and find community.
Website: https://bi.org/
Bisexual Resource Center
Provides resources, education, and community support for bisexual, pansexual, and other bi+ individuals, as well as information for families and allies.
Website: https://biresource.org/
GLAAD
An LGBTQ media advocacy organization that promotes accurate representation, challenges misinformation, and provides educational resources to increase understanding and acceptance.
Website: https://glaad.org/
Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
Offers resources on LGBTQIA+ equality, coming out, health, family support, faith, workplace inclusion, and transgender advocacy.
Website: https://www.hrc.org/resources
PFLAG
Provides support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQIA+ individuals and the people who love them, including parents, caregivers, families, and allies. Visitors can also look for local chapters and community connections.
Website: https://pflag.org/
The Williams Institute
A research institute at UCLA Law that provides research and data on LGBTQIA+ populations, health, discrimination, families, and public policy. This is especially useful for individuals seeking research-based information and educational resources.
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Children, adolescents & parenting support
Texas Youth Helpline
Call or text 800-989-6884 for free, confidential, 24-hour support for young people and families experiencing family conflict, runaway concerns, emotional distress, or other difficult situations.
Website: dfps.texas.gov/youth-helpline.
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
Call or text 800-422-4453 for support and information about child abuse and neglect.
Website: childhelphotline.org
Texas Abuse Hotline
Call 800-252-5400 to report suspected child abuse or neglect in Texas. Online reporting is also available for appropriate non-emergency situations.
Website: txabusehotline.org.
Love Is Respect
Call 866-331-9474, text LOVEIS to 22522, or use the online chat for support with dating abuse, unhealthy relationships, and safety planning, particularly for teens and young adults.
Website: loveisrespect.org
Human trafficking & exploitation
National Human Trafficking Hotline
Call 888-373-7888, text 233733, or use online chat for support, safety planning, and referrals for people affected by human trafficking.
Website: humantraffickinghotline.org
Veterans & first responders
Veterans Crisis Line
Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or use online chat for crisis support for veterans and those who support them.
Website: veteranscrisisline.net
Dallas-Area & Ongoing Support
Local mental health services, support groups, recovery programs, and resources for partners and families.
NAMI North Texas
Provides education, support, and advocacy for people affected by mental health conditions, as well as their families and loved ones.
Website: https://namitexas.org/
Twelfth Step Ministry — Dallas
Offers a community setting for peer-led 12-step meetings and ongoing recovery support for individuals navigating addiction and related challenges.
Website: https://twelfthstepministry.org/
Association of Persons Affected by Addiction (APAA)
A Dallas-based recovery community organization offering peer recovery support, recovery coaching, and support groups for people navigating addiction and related challenges.
Website: https://www.apaarecovery.org/
Resource Center — Dallas
Resource Center provides LGBTQIA+-affirming community resources, mental health services, support programs, and health services for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families.
Website: https://myresourcecenter.org/
North Texas Behavioral Health Authority (NTBHA)
Connects eligible individuals and families in the Dallas region with mental health and substance use services. It can help people explore community-based care and options when cost is a barrier.
Website: https://ntbha.org/
Metrocare Services
Provides community mental health services, substance use services, and additional support for eligible individuals and families, including children and adults.
Website: https://www.metrocareservices.org/
Mental Health America of Greater Dallas
Offers mental health education and resources to support individuals seeking information about mental wellness and available services.
Website: https://mhadallas.org/
Grief and Loss Center of North Texas
Provides grief support for adults, children, teens, and families experiencing the death of a loved one.
Website: https://griefandlosscenter.org/
Important Notice
The Institute for Relational Recovery (IRR) does not provide emergency or crisis-response services. This page is intended to help individuals locate outside support and is not a substitute for emergency care, professional assessment, or treatment. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health or suicide crisis support in the United States, call or text 988.
IRR is not affiliated with the organizations listed above. Contact information, services, availability, and eligibility requirements may change. Please contact each organization directly to confirm current services.