If you or someone you know is dealing with depression, anxiety, or the effects of sexual assault, it’s important to know that help is available. You don’t have to face these challenges alone. There are organizations that provide private, confidential support for teens, whether you need someone to talk to, resources to understand what you’re feeling, or steps to take toward healing.

Here are some trusted resources for mental health, depression, and sexual assault support:

Crisis Text Line

• What It Is: A free, 24/7 text-based support line for anyone in crisis.
• How to Access: Text HOME to 741741. Their website: https://www.crisistextline.org/
• What They Do: Trained crisis counselors help you through any mental health issue, including depression, anxiety, or stress.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

• What It Is: A free and confidential hotline available 24/7 for emotional support.
• How to Access: Call 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or dial 988. Their website: https://988lifeline.org/
• What They Do: Provide support and resources if you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts.

Teen Line

• What It Is: A hotline specifically for teens, run by trained teen volunteers and supervised by mental health professionals.
• How to Access: Call 1-800-TLC-TEEN (1-800-852-8336) or text TEEN to 839863. Their website: https://www.teenline.org/
• What They Do: Offer a safe space to talk about any challenges or emotions you’re dealing with.

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)

• What It Is: The nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization, offering confidential support.
• How to Access: Call 1-800-656-HOPE (1-800-656-4673) or visit rainn.org for live chat.
• What They Do: Provide a 24/7 hotline and online chat to connect you with trained counselors and local resources.

Love Is Respect

• What It Is: A resource for teens experiencing relationship abuse or sexual assault.
• How to Access: Call 1-866-331-9474, text LOVEIS to 22522, or visit loveisrespect.org.
• What They Do: Offer support for unhealthy relationships and help navigating boundaries and safety.

The Trevor Project

• What It Is: A crisis support line for LGBTQ+ youth facing mental health challenges, including those related to sexual assault.
• How to Access: Call 1-866-488-7386, text START to 678678, or visit thetrevorproject.org.
• What They Do: Provide a safe and understanding environment for LGBTQ+ youth to discuss mental health, identity, and trauma.