Mental Health Resources
Crisis Resources
Youth Mobile Crisis Unit - (800) 626-8137
Professional mental health services offered directly to youth experiencing a behavioral health crisis. Staff will remotely identify, assess, treat and stabilize the situation and reduce imminent risk of danger to the youth and to others. Offered free of charge, regardless of insurance or income level and available 7 days a week from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. at (800) 626-8137.
Crisis Text Line: text START to 741741
Provides free, 24/7 mental health support via text message. Since 2013, they’ve processed over 150 million messages from people in crisis. Visit their FAQ page for more information about our platform, how to become a Crisis Counselor and how we’re using data to change the game.
Trauma Informed Program - (503) 823-3937
Volunteers are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at (503) 823-3937. They are called by police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and hospital personnel to assist family members and friends following a natural or unexpected death; victims of violent crime including rape, assault, robbery, or burglary; victims of fire; disoriented or lonely elderly persons; people involved in motor vehicle accidents; people who are distraught and seeking immediate support; and survivors of suicide.
The Trevor Project
The leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25. Visit thetrevorproject.org for more information.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Dial 988 or (800) 273-8255
A national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They are committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.
Mental Health Resources
Children’s Center
(360) 699-2244
Children’s Center offers specialized outpatient mental health counseling and psychiatric services for children and adolescents with Medicaid insurance. Ask your school counselor to submit a referral or call (360) 699-2244 to schedule an appointment.
Columbia River Mental Health
(360) 993-3000
Child and Family Services staff members collaborate with all the important people in the child’s life to provide individualized care to optimize treatment.
The variety of outpatient services includes:
Children’s counseling
Case management
Group therapy
Assessments
Evaluations
Medication Management Services
Real Life Counseling
(360) 619-2226
Real Life is accepting new clients by calling their main office line at (360) 619-2226. You may also email regarding a referral at shelleyb@reallifecounseling.us.
Psychology Today
Check out the website for Psychology Today to search for therapists with openings in your area that work with your insurance!
Charlie Health
Charlie Health is on online intensive outpatient treatment program for youth. Charlie Health's Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) combines supported groups, family therapy, and individual therapy into a series of personalized sessions multiple times per week.
Other Resources
TeenTalk – 360-397-CHAT (2428)
A “warmline” offering nonjudgmental peer-to-peer support for a variety of topics, including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ concerns, family and friends, school, STIs and health issues, and sports. Visit TeenTalk’s website for additional links and resources.
Hope Bereavement Services – 360-696-5120
When a loved one dies, children grieve differently than adults. Stepping Stones, a part of Hope Bereavement Services offered by PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center, offers family support groups that specialize in helping children (ages 4-19) with their grief. Healing is found as group participants express their thoughts and feelings and share their stories through art, writing and other guided activities. Bereavement counselors and volunteers provide a safe, caring environment where children learn about death, the importance of expressing emotions and special ways to remember loved ones. https://www.peacehealth.org/locations/vancouver/peacehealth-southwest-hospice
Washington's Mental Health Referral Services for Children and Teens
Our program connects children, teens, and families with evidence-supported outpatient mental health services in their community. This free, telephone-based referral service is funded by Washington Healthcare Authority and operated by Seattle Children’s. The Mental Health Referral Service will provide thorough mental health referrals for children and teens 17 and younger from across Washington.
How does it work? Families can call 833-303-5437 or submit an online request form. We will schedule a telephone intake with a Family Advocate Case Manager, who will ask for the patient’s information, including their mental health needs, location, and health insurance plan. After provider matches are found, the Case Manager will call and email the family to access providers or agencies in real-time. The same Case Manager will follow up with the family after a few weeks to ensure an appointment was made, provide any additional resources, and discuss any barriers there may have been. More information about our program, including FAQs, can be found on our website: PAL and WA Mental Health Referral Service for Children and Teens (seattlechildrens.org)