Mental Health Support

This page provides access to crucial resources and support for your mental health journey. The blog series highlights mental health and easy things you can do to improve your mind and body weekly. Here you will be able to find a list of numbers you can call if you ever need help. You are never alone.

Emergency Support

In crisis? Immediate help is available. Below are emergency numbers you can call in the USA for immediate mental health assistance:

  • 911: For immediate emergencies.
  • 988: Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

  • Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741
    24/7 support via text messaging with trained crisis counselors.

  • Veterans Crisis Line – Dial 988, then press 1
    Support for veterans, service members, and their families.

  • RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline – 1-800-656-4673
    Confidential support for survivors of sexual assault.

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline – 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788
    24/7 support for those experiencing domestic violence.

     

College Mental Health Resources

Navigating college life can be challenging. If you are a college student, here are resources designed specifically to help:

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Dial 988
    24/7 crisis support for anyone feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or in emotional pain.

  • Crisis Text Line – Text HELLO or HOME to 741741
    Especially popular with young adults — connect quickly with a trained counselor over text.

  • ULifeline – ulifeline.org
    An online resource by The Jed Foundation designed specifically for college students. Includes crisis support links, mental health self-assessments, and campus-specific resources.

  • The Steve Fund Crisis Text Line (for young people of color) – Text STEVE to 741741
    Connects students of color with trained crisis counselors who understand unique cultural and campus pressures.

  • The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ youth & young adults) – 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678
    For LGBTQ+ students who may be dealing with identity, isolation, or coming-out stressors.

Athlete Mental Health

Athletes face unique pressures. Here are specific helplines tailored to support athletes in college:

  • Morgan’s Message – morgansmessage.org
    Peer-to-peer community and ambassador program dedicated to breaking the stigma of mental health in student athletics.

  • Hilinski’s Hope Foundation (H3H) – hilinskishope.org
    Founded after the death of college QB Tyler Hilinski; focuses on education, training, and outreach for student-athletes.

  • Athletes for Hope – Mental Health – athletesforhope.org/mental-health
    Connects athletes to mental health education and peer support.

  • The Hidden Opponent – thehiddenopponent.org
    Nonprofit led by former athletes, amplifying student-athlete mental health stories and offering campus chapters.

Why Take a Break?

Take a Break offers a unique and helpful approach to mental health by providing weekly, actionable tips and insights to improve both your mind and body. It aims to make mental wellness accessible and manageable for everyone.

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