16 verified resources.
16 Resources
1. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Free
Call or text 988 for free, confidential 24/7 crisis support for suicidal thoughts, mental health emergencies, and emotional distress. Virginia calls are routed to local crisis centers staffed by trained counselors who can dispatch mobile crisis teams if needed. Also available via online chat at 988lifeline.org. No insurance needed. Services are available in English and Spanish. Veterans can press 1 to reach the Veterans Crisis Line directly.
988 · Statewide · 24/7 · Visit Website
2. Crisis Text Line — Free
Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling via text message. Trained crisis counselors are available around the clock for any type of crisis including suicidal thoughts, anxiety, abuse, and mental health emergencies. Response time is typically under 5 minutes. No phone call required — ideal for situations where speaking aloud is not safe or possible. Available to anyone in the United States at no cost.
Text-based — national · 24/7 · Visit Website
3. NAMI Virginia — Free
Statewide mental health advocacy organization offering free peer support groups, family education classes, helpline referrals, and mental health awareness programs across Virginia. NAMI Family Support Group and NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group meet regularly in multiple cities. NAMI Virginia also provides the NAMI Helpline for referrals to local mental health resources. Call the office or visit the website to find a group near you.
804-285-8264 · P.O. Box 8260, Richmond, VA 23226 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
4. NAMI Northern Virginia — Free
Local NAMI affiliate serving Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun, and Prince William counties with free peer support groups, family education courses, and mental health advocacy. Programs include NAMI Family-to-Family, NAMI Peer-to-Peer, and ongoing support groups. All programs are free of charge. Contact the office or email to find current meeting times and locations across Northern Virginia. No diagnosis or insurance required to participate.
703-524-2556 · 10600 Arrowhead Dr, Suite 120, Fairfax, VA 22030 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
5. SAMHSA National Helpline — Free
Free, confidential 24/7 helpline for mental health and substance use disorder treatment referrals. Available in English and Spanish. No insurance, ID, or personal information required. Staff can help locate local treatment providers, support groups, and crisis centers across Virginia. This is a referral and information service — not a crisis line. For immediate crisis support, call or text 988. A good first step when you don't know where to start.
1-800-662-4357 · National · 24/7 · Visit Website
6. Richmond Behavioral Health Authority — Free
Richmond's Community Services Board providing mental health services, substance abuse treatment, and crisis intervention. The largest CSB in Virginia, RBHA serves Richmond residents regardless of ability to pay on a sliding fee scale. Services include outpatient therapy, psychiatric medication management, intensive case management, and a 24/7 crisis line. Call the main number or walk in for same-day crisis assessment. Medicaid and most insurance accepted.
804-819-4100 · 107 S 5th St, Richmond, VA 23219 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis line 24/7 · Visit Website
7. Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board — Free
Provides publicly funded mental health, substance abuse, and developmental disability services for Fairfax County, Falls Church, and Fairfax City residents. Services include outpatient therapy, psychiatric care, crisis stabilization, and substance abuse treatment. Emergency services and a 24/7 crisis line are available. Fees are based on ability to pay. Call during business hours to schedule an intake appointment or for crisis support at any time.
703-383-8500 · 12011 Government Center Pkwy, Suite 836, Fairfax, VA 22035 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm; emergency services 24/7 · Visit Website
8. Virginia Statewide Crisis Hotline — Free
Connects Virginians to their local Community Services Board for substance abuse emergencies and mental health crises. Staffed 24/7 by trained counselors who route calls to the appropriate local CSB in your area. This statewide hotline is a first contact for anyone who does not know which local agency to call. Services are available in English and Spanish. No insurance or ID is needed to call. Community Services Boards offer services on a sliding fee scale.
1-800-552-4723 · Statewide (connects to nearest local CSB) · 24/7 · Visit Website
9. Norfolk Community Services Board — Free
Provides mental health treatment, crisis intervention, and counseling services for Norfolk residents including individual therapy, group therapy, and psychiatric medication management. Emergency crisis assessment is available 24/7 for residents in acute mental health distress. Medicaid accepted and sliding fee scale available. Call the main number to schedule an intake appointment. Walk-in crisis services are available at the main location on West Olney Road.
757-823-1600 · 225 W Olney Rd, Norfolk, VA 23510 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis 24/7 · Visit Website
10. Prince William County CSB — Free
Community Services Board offering mental health services, crisis stabilization, and counseling for Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park residents. Services include outpatient therapy, psychiatric care, intensive community treatment, and a 24/7 crisis line. Medicaid accepted and sliding fee scale available for uninsured residents. Call during business hours to schedule an intake assessment or contact the 24/7 crisis line for immediate support.
703-792-7800 · 9301 Lee Ave, Manassas, VA 20110 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis 24/7 · Visit Website
11. Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare — Free
Chesapeake's Community Services Board providing outpatient mental health treatment, psychiatric medication management, and crisis intervention for Chesapeake city residents. Services include individual and group therapy, substance abuse treatment, and intensive community services. A 24/7 crisis line is available. Medicaid is accepted and fees are based on ability to pay for uninsured residents. Call to schedule an intake appointment or for crisis support.
757-547-9334 · 224 N Battlefield Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23320 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis 24/7
12. Loudoun County MHSADS — Free
Mental Health, Substance Abuse, and Developmental Services division providing counseling, psychiatric treatment, substance abuse recovery support, and crisis intervention for Loudoun County residents. Offers outpatient therapy, medication management, and a 24/7 crisis line. Medicaid accepted and sliding fee scale available. Call during business hours to schedule an intake assessment. Located in Leesburg with services available to all Loudoun County residents.
703-771-5100 · 906 Trailview Blvd SE, Leesburg, VA 20175 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis 24/7 · Visit Website
13. Virginia Beach Department of Human Services - Behavioral Health — Free
Provides outpatient mental health therapy, psychiatric medication management, and crisis services for Virginia Beach residents through the Department of Human Services. Services include individual and group counseling, substance abuse treatment, and a 24/7 crisis line for acute situations. Medicaid accepted and sliding fee scale available for qualifying residents. Call to schedule an intake appointment or visit the office on Virginia Beach Boulevard.
757-385-0888 · 3432 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis 24/7
14. Roanoke City Community Services — Free
Provides mental health counseling, psychiatric medication management, and emergency crisis support for residents of Roanoke City and surrounding communities. Services include outpatient therapy, intensive community treatment, and a 24/7 crisis line. Medicaid accepted and sliding fee scale available for uninsured clients. Call during business hours to schedule an intake assessment. Crisis walk-in services are available for acute mental health emergencies.
540-981-9351 · 920 S Jefferson St, Roanoke, VA 24016 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis 24/7 · Visit Website
15. Open Door Mental Health Clinic (Newport News) — Paid
Nonprofit providing affordable therapy and counseling services on a sliding fee scale for Hampton Roads residents regardless of insurance status. Services include individual therapy, couples counseling, and specialty services for anxiety, depression, trauma, and family issues. Fees are adjusted based on income so cost is never a barrier. Located in Newport News and accepting new clients. Call to schedule an initial intake appointment during business hours.
757-247-0524 · 751 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Suite A, Newport News, VA 23606 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
16. Postpartum Support Virginia — Free
Statewide chapter of Postpartum Support International helping parents cope with perinatal mood disorders including postpartum depression and anxiety. Support groups and professional referrals are available for both mothers and fathers experiencing postpartum challenges. The national PSI helpline is available 24/7 at 1-800-944-4773. Visit the Virginia chapter page to find support groups and local therapists specializing in perinatal mental health across Virginia.
1-800-944-4773 · Statewide — support groups in multiple Virginia cities · Helpline available 24/7 · Visit Website