Crisis Text Service | Crisis Text Line
Resource Name:Crisis Text Service | Crisis Text Line
Crisis Text Line
Eligibility
Open to anyone
Required documents
None
Hours
Mon-Sun 24 hours
Application process
Text for service
Fees
For those who have a cell phone plan with AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, or Verizon, texts to the short code (741741) are free of charge; For those who have a plan with a different carrier, standard text message rates apply
Service area
United States
Provides free 24-hour mental health and crisis support via text message, WhatsApp, and webchat.
- Volunteers support people facing various challenges like stress, anxiety, loneliness, relationship issues, bullying, substance use, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts.
Last Assured
08/19/2026
Providing organization
Crisis Text Line
Provides free 24-hour mental health and crisis support via text message, WhatsApp, and webchat.