MENTAL HEALTH
RESOURCES
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Chances are, if you are generally happy, you have good mental health. If you are often sad, anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed, you could probably use some help improving your mental health. Suicide prevention includes food security, affordable housing, destigmatizing Mental Health, increased access to mental health care at all tiers, family acceptance of individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+, Race-Based Student group access, and a positive climate for students, etc.
mental health emergencies
Please use the option that works best for you.
Multnomah County Crisis Line
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call 503-988-4888.
cascadia Urgent clinic
Our Urgent Walk-In Clinic is open 7 days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Saturday – Sunday, located at 4212 SE Division, Suite 100, Portland, OR 97206. Call us at 503-963-2575.
Oregon Youth Line
YouthLine is a 24/7, free, confidential teen crisis helpline. No problem is too big or too small. Call, text, chat, or email us today!
national crisis line
The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.
trevor project
The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit organization for LGBTQ young people. We provide information & support to LGBTQ young people 24/7, all year round.
safe oregon
SafeOregon is a way for students, staff, or other members of the public to anonymously report and share confidential information of a threat or a potential threat to student safety. Call or text 844-472-3364 to report a tip.
other resources
211 Get Help
The best place to start looking for any resource need is to: Call 211 (866-698-6155)
oregon health plan
OHP covers medical, dental, prescription and behavioral health care at no cost to members. Learn more about OHP benefits.
School based Health centers
Any youth in grades K-12 who live or go to school in Multnomah County can come to our clinics. You don’t need to attend the school where the center is located.
suicide prevention
OUr Plan
Portland Public Schools recognizes that suicide is a leading cause of death among youth and that even more youth consider and attempt suicide. The possibility of suicide and suicidal ideation requires vigilant attention from all PPS staff. Our Board Policy requires a plan, education, and training.
If a student is experiencing thoughts of suicide or has a plan to die by suicide, Beverly Cleary counselors will follow the PPS Suicide Prevention Protocol to assess the students level of risk and to connect them to mental health support that works best for them. This work is guided by our BCS Suicide Prevention Plan, as well as our staff Suicide Prevention Trainings and Professional Development along with PPS Mental Health Resource Chart.