Washington State Resources

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Call, text, or chat 988 to be connected to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Ask if you need mobile crisis response, available in some areas. Lifeline/988 Services  are confidential, free, 24/7/365,  with language access options. Deaf, hard of hearing, and TTY users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255.

You can dial 988 if you or someone you love is having:

• Thoughts of suicide
• Mental health crises
• Substance use crises
• Any other kind of emotional distress

Additional crisis call centers in Washington state remain active, as does the NSPL number, 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

Provides tools to support state-level system change, hosts events, and helps you locate your local affiliate for information, training, and support. 

Offers 24-hour help for substance abuse, problem gambling, and mental health. Call 866-789-1511.

Behavioral health agency contacts are organized by county in this downloadable directory (PDF).

The state’s early intervention program for youth and young adults in early stages of a severe mental illness with features of psychosis.

Resources and guidance for navigating behavioral health when there is criminal justice involvement. The website includes resource guides with information about mental health services in jail, the competency evaluation and restoration process, telehealth, and more.

Support programs and resources for families and caregivers. Psychosis REACH trainings offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) strategies for caregivers. 

Help seeking behavioral health services or with disputes related to care. Previously known as the state's Behavioral Health Ombuds program, now a coordinated agency serving clients and family members regardless of insurance coverage statewide. 

DRW was involved in the resolution of a class-action lawsuit referred to as Trueblood, related to competency restoration for persons incarcerated with severe mental illness. DRW has information about some programs and housing options for people considered “Trueblood class members.” DRW staff provide protection and advocacy for vulnerable individuals impacted by disability and sometimes can check on people within institutions under that mission.

For complaints or concerns related to private insurance reimbursement for health care, call 800-562-6900. 

Peer support and places to gather in Southwest Washington and beyond. CVAB operates a warm line staffed by individuals with relevant lived experiences: Call 360-903-2853. 

Various locations in and around Seattle are part of Clubhouse International, providing spaces for individuals to seek community and vocational assistance to support their recovery.   

 Accredited Mental Health Clubhouse serving residents of Spokane County, age 18 and older, who have a persistent mental illness. The Evergreen Club provides a psychosocial rehabilitation approach that helps with employment, education, and assistance with other community resources. The Club believes individuals recovering from mental illness should have a place to go, a place to return, meaningful work, and meaningful relationships. For information call 509.458.7454

The Office of the Corrections Ombuds provides information;  promotes public awareness and understanding; ensures compliance with relevant statutes, rules, and policies; and identifies system issues and responses for the governor and the legislature. Family complaints require the inmate to sign a release of information.

Referral service for families statewide seeking behavioral health/mental health services for children and youth: 833-303-5437

Lead Parent Support Specialists provide peer guidance for family caregivers of children and youth with severe behavioral health conditions.

A social media network for parents to support one another and  advocate for improved resources in Washington State 

Caregiver support and training and co-development of a "Behavioral Health 360" interactive website that will ultimately guide families through systems of care with more ease. 

Curated collection of mental health curricula and program resources for schools 

Information for families and schools about signs of self-harm and suicide and contacts for Behavioral Health Navigator staff at the state's nine educational service districts (ESDs)