Michigan Mental Health Crisis Resources: Hotlines, Helplines & Support Services
I’ve gathered a list of trusted mental health helplines and crisis resources to support individuals outside of therapy sessions. Many of these helplines also offer informative websites with additional mental health support tools and resources.
Mental Health Warmlines: Emotional Support
Warmlines offer a supportive alternative to traditional crisis helplines, providing help for individuals experiencing emotional distress before it escalates into a crisis. These services are designed to offer early intervention, helping people manage mental health challenges and potentially prevent hospitalization.
Most U.S. states operate their own mental health Warmline services, often staffed by trained peers with lived experience in mental health recovery.
Michigan Peer Warmline
The Michigan Peer Warmline provides free, confidential support for individuals experiencing emotional distress, loneliness, or mental health challenges. It is staffed by trained peers with lived experience in mental health recovery.
Call: 888-PEER-753 (888-733-7753)
Hours: 7 days a week, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m
In addition to phone support, the Michigan Peer Warmline offers a helpful Resources page with a wide range of Michigan-based mental health resources, crisis lines, and support services.
24/7 Suicide & Crisis Lifelines
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 to provide free and confidential support for people in emotional distress, experiencing suicidal thoughts, or facing a mental health crisis.
Call or Text: 988
Chat Available: Visit the official 988 Lifeline website to access their online chat feature for immediate help.
This national lifeline connects you with trained crisis counselors ready to listen and offer support at any time, day or night.
LGBTQ+ Helplines and Support Resources for Mental Health
If you or someone you know needs support, here are key LGBTQ+ helplines available for different age groups and needs:
LGBT National Hotline (Youth & Adult):
888-843-4564
LGBT National Youth Talkline (Ages 25 and Under):
800-246-7743
LGBT National Senior Hotline (Seniors 50+):
888-234-7243
877-360-5428
877-565-8860
Trevor Lifeline (Crisis Support for LGBTQ+ Youth):
1-866-488-7386
Text ‘START’ to 678-678
For additional support and resources, visit The Trevor Project Resource Site, offering comprehensive information and help for LGBTQ+ youth.
StrongHearts Native Helpline: Support for Native American and Alaska Native Survivors
1-844-7NATIVE (1-844-762-8483)
This 24/7 helpline provides support for domestic violence, dating violence, and sexual assault specifically for Native American and Alaska Native communities.
The service offers culturally appropriate, confidential, and anonymous advocacy and assistance tailored to the unique needs of Indigenous survivors.
Domestic Violence Hotline: 24/7 Support and Crisis Assistance
National Domestic Violence Hotline
The National Domestic Violence Hotline offers confidential, 24/7 support for anyone affected by domestic violence. They also provide a Safety Plan Tool to help you create a personalized plan to stay safe.
Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233)
Text: Text START to 88788
Live Chat: Available on the National Domestic Violence Hotline website
You can easily find local domestic violence resources by visiting their Local Resources page, tailored to your area.
The State of Michigan VOICEDV hotline-Domestic Violence Hotline
The Michigan VOICEDV Hotline offers confidential, 24/7 support for survivors of domestic violence. Trained advocates provide crisis assistance, safety planning, and connections to local resources throughout Michigan.
Call: 866-864-2338
Text: 877-861-0222
The State of Michigan VOICES4- Sexual Assault Hotline
The Michigan VOICES4 Sexual Assault Hotline provides confidential, 24/7 support for survivors of sexual assault. Trained advocates offer crisis counseling, safety planning, and connection to local resources throughout Michigan. The hotline also features a convenient online chat function for immediate help.
Call: 855-864-2374
Text: 866-238-1454
Chat: Available on the VOICES4 website
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: Support for New and Expecting Mothers
The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline offers 24/7 free, confidential support for individuals before, during, and after pregnancy. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns related to pregnancy or postpartum, trained specialists are available to help.
Call or Text: 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS (1-833-943-5746)
OK2SAY Michigan – Confidential Student Safety and Crisis Reporting
OK2SAY allows anyone to confidentially report tips about criminal activities or potential harm directed at students, school employees, or schools in Michigan.
Call: 8-555-OK2SAY (8-555-655-2729)
Text: 652729
Tips can be submitted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring timely support and intervention to keep schools safe.
Veterans Crisis Line: 24/7 Confidential Support for Veterans
Dial 988 and Press 1 for immediate crisis support.
Text: 838255
You can also search their Local Resources page to find mental health and crisis support services near you.
Michigan Problem Gambling Helpline – Confidential 24/7 Support
The Michigan Problem Gambling Helpline is a toll-free, confidential, one-on-one support line dedicated to helping Michigan residents overcome gambling addiction. Experienced and trained counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide guidance, support, and resources for recovery.
This helpline is exclusively for residents of Michigan seeking assistance with problem gambling.
Call 1-800-270-7117
