Mental Health + Crisis
Mental health is the foundation for feeling empowered, confident, and capable. Our goal is to help you find the right support and resources to improve your well-being and build a stable, independent life. You are not alone.
Whether you need someone to talk to today, immediate crisis intervention, or help finding counseling, on this page, you will find information about mental health resources, how to access them, and the support they offer to find the assistance you need to thrive.
What you can do next
Explore the Resources: Check out the available mental health services and see which ones best meet your needs.
Ask for Help: Use the provided links and contact information to reach out for support.
Stay Informed: Keep this page bookmarked for easy access to essential mental health resources.
Struggling with thoughts of self-harm?
Reach out for support now!
Free/low-cost & confidential resources are available.
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Text CO to 741741
Free, 24/7, confidential texting.
Mental health support and crisis intervention provided by trained volunteers.
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Call 1-800-273-8255 for free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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The world's largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ young people. They provide information & support to LGBTQ young people 24/7, all year round. https://www.thetrevorproject.org
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Call (970) 241-6023. Western Colorado's largest provider of counseling and therapy and offer a sliding scale payment system, so the cost may be very low. Services include mental and behavioral health, addiction, and detox services.
Immediate Help + Crisis Intervention
988 - ASAP Help when You Need It.
The 988 Colorado Mental Health Line (988) is the easy-to-remember number for free, confidential help for anyone in Colorado who's dealing with mental health issues, substance use, or any emotional crisis. You can use it for yourself or to help someone else.
988 offers free, immediate, confidential human support 24/7
What Counts as a Crisis?
It's different for everyone.
It could be losing a job, a breakup, an accident, or losing someone close to you.
It might be dealing with drugs or alcohol, or problems in a relationship.
Sometimes you just need someone to listen when you're feeling down, worried, or alone.
Whatever it is, it matters.
How to Use 988:
Text 988: Quick and easy. Available in English and Spanish.
Call 988: Talk to someone on the phone. Multiple languages are available.
Live Chat: Connect online at the 988 website.
What Happens After You Reach Out?
You'll connect with a trained support specialist
They'll listen to understand what you're going through
They'll provide support and, if you want, share resources to help you
What You Need to Know:
It's free
It's confidential
You choose how much to share
Help is available 24/7
It's a safe space to talk about anything
You're not alone. Whether your crisis feels big or small, 988 is here to help.
The Trevor Project | For Young LGBTQ Lives
The world's largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ young people. Provides 24/7 support.
Colorado Crisis Line
Free, 24/7, confidential texting for mental health support and crisis intervention.
Call: 1-844-493-TALK (8255)
Text: TALK to 38255
Youth | Colorado Crisis Services
Specific resources for youth in crisis.
Mental Health Support + Counseling
Mind Springs Health
Mind Springs is a Community Mental Health Center that accepts Health First Colorado (Medicaid) and partners with the State of Colorado to provide care for people who need help paying or are uninsured. Western Colorado's largest provider of counseling and therapy.
Services include:
Therapy and counseling
Crisis services (24/7 support available)
Medication management
Inpatient care at West Springs Psychiatric Hospital
Child and adolescent psychiatry
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
Peer support programs
Tailored addiction recovery programs
Mindsprings also has a sliding-scale payment system for those who are uninsured or need help paying for services.
Visit the Mind Springs Health website
Call: 970-241-6023
I Matter
Offers three free mental health sessions to Colorado children and teens between 12 and 18 years old.
Foster Alumni Mentors
Supports individuals of any age who have experienced foster care.
Shelter + Emergency Housing
Karis
Provides housing and opportunities for homeless youth, including case management and day services.
24-Hour On Call: 970-234-7004
HomewardBound of the Grand Valley
Provides critical housing, compassionate services, and safe shelter for individuals and families.
The Joseph Center
Supports families at the intersection of homelessness and parenting.
Latimer House
Help for adults and children who are victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Services are free and private and include counseling, emergency shelter for women and kids in danger, counseling, and court help. Community services to become self-sufficient, parenting classes, and private support groups for men, women, and children.
Call: (970) 241-0324
24-Hour Crisis Line: (877) 543-9520