Crisis & Emergency Hotlines (24/7)

• Call 911 for immediate life-threatening emergencies.
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
  Call or text 988 for free, confidential support for emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or
  mental health crisis
  *Available 24/7
  *Spanish and 240+ language interpretation services available
• Crisis chat: https://988lifeline.org/chat/
• Crisis Text Line
  Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor in real time.
• Psychiatric Emergency Services – Bergen County
  201-262-HELP (4357)
  Bergen County’s designated psychiatric emergency screening program, available 24/7.

Children, Teens & Family Mental Health

• NAMI Greater Bergen
  Free education programs, family support groups, and mental health advocacy for Bergen
  County residents.
• NJ Parent Link
  Parenting resources and support navigation for families with young children.
  Mom-to-Mom Support Line: 1-877-914-MOM2
• Born This Way Foundation
  Youth mental health education, wellness tools, and family-friendly resources.

LGBTQ+ Mental Health Resources

• The Trevor Project
  Crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults,
  available 24/7.
  * Call or text 1-866-488-7386
• LGBT National Help Center
  Free, confidential peer support, information, and local resource referrals.
  • LGBT National Hotline: 1-888-843-4564
  * Youth Talkline: 1-800-246-7743
• PFLAG
  Support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals, parents, families, and allies.
  * Local chapters available throughout New Jersey
• Trans Lifeline
  A peer-staffed support and crisis hotline for transgender individuals, offering confidential, affirming listening and support.
  * Call 877-565-8860
• Garden State Equality
  Education, advocacy, and community-based resources supporting LGBTQ+ individuals
  and families across New Jersey.
  
  

Mental Health Education &  Information

• Mental Health First Aid
  A broad collection of public education materials focused on mental health awareness,
  early intervention, and how to support others experiencing mental health challenges.
  • Includes resources in Spanish and other languages
• National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) – Publications
  Free, evidence-based publications covering mental health conditions, treatment
  approaches, and current research.
  • Many publications available in Spanish
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
  Educational articles, condition guides, videos, and family resources, along with
  information on support groups and community programs.
• Psych Central
  Articles, blogs, and educational tools covering a wide range of mental health topics,
  including symptom overviews and informational self-assessments.
• Verywell Mind
  Expert-reviewed articles on mental health, coping skills, wellness strategies, and
  emotional well-being written in clear, accessible language.
• HelpGuide
  A nonprofit resource offering practical self-help strategies, wellness tools, and mental
  health education focused on emotional balance and healthy living.
• Child Mind Institute
  Trusted educational resource focused on children’s and adolescents’ mental health,
  including behavior, development, school challenges, and emotional regulation.
• Kids Mental Health Info
  Parent-focused education and guidance on children’s mental health needs and navigating
  care and support services.
• Calm Sage
  Articles and tools focused on self-care, stress management, mindfulness, and mental
  health awareness.
• ADDitude
  Specialized educational resource focused on ADHD and related conditions for children,
  teens, adults, and families.
• Choosing Therapy
  Clear information about different therapy types, what to expect in treatment, and how to
  navigate mental health care options.

New Jersey & Bergen County Mental Health Resources

Public County-Based Services

• Bergen County Division of Mental Health Addiction Services
  Provides information, referrals, prevention programming (including MHFA and QPR),
  community education, and advocacy supports for Bergen County residents.
• Bergen County Division of Family Guidance
  Counseling, prevention, and intervention programs for children and families, including a
  24-hour youth crisis unit.

Community & Nonprofit Providers

• CarePlus NJ
  Crisis services, psychiatric emergency supports, mobile response, and outpatient
  behavioral health services for children and adults in Bergen County.
• CBH Care
  Mental health and substance use treatment services with multiple locations throughout
  Bergen County.
• Bergen’s Promise – Care Management Organization (CMO)
  Wraparound care management for youth with complex behavioral health needs, accessed
  through PerformCare referrals.
• Family Support Organization of Bergen County
  Education, advocacy, and peer support for families of children with emotional,
  behavioral, developmental, or substance use challenges.
• Jewish Family & Children’s Services of Northern NJ
  Counseling, case management, and family support services for individuals and families.
  

  Statewide Access Referral Services

• PerformCare New Jersey
  Single point of access for behavioral health, substance use, and developmental disability
  services for NJ youth and families.
  1-877-652-7624 (24/7)
  * Spanish and multilingual support available
  * Behavioral health resources, crisis referral guidance, and LGBTQIA+ supports
• NJ Mental Health Cares
  Behavioral health information and referral service helping individuals connect to
  treatment and community supports.
  1-866-202-HELP (4357)

Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health Resources

• Postpartum Support International (PSI)
  Support, education, and referrals for postpartum depression, anxiety, and related mood
  disorders.
• PSI Helpline (English & Spanish)
  Call or text 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD)
  Non-crisis emotional support and resource navigation.
• National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
  1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)
  Free, confidential 24/7 emotional support for pregnant and postpartum individuals.
  * English & Spanish available
• CarePlus NJ – Maternal & Family Center
  Mental health counseling and support during pregnancy and postpartum for Bergen
  County families.
  
  Additional Helpful Hotlines

• Veterans Crisis Line
  Call or text 988, then press 1 for veteran-specific support.
• National Domestic Violence Hotline
  800-799-SAFE (7233) – 24/7 support, Spanish available.
• National Sexual Assault Hotline
  800-656-HOPE (4673) – 24/7 phone and chat support.