Resources
Know where to turn.
Trustworthy places to learn, get help, and help someone else. Tap any resource for details.
In danger right now? Call 911, or call or text 988.
Need Support NowSupporting yourself
Where to start when something feels heavy.
A trusted adult
Non-urgentSomeone who can listen, take you seriously, and help you find the next step.
A trusted adult
Non-urgentSomeone who can listen, take you seriously, and help you find the next step.
- Who it’s for
- Any student
- How to access it
- Talk to a parent or guardian, school counselor, teacher, coach, or another adult you trust.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Urgent · 24/7Free, confidential support from trained counselors for anyone in emotional distress—not only in a crisis.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Urgent · 24/7Free, confidential support from trained counselors for anyone in emotional distress—not only in a crisis.
- Who it’s for
- Anyone in the United States
- How to access it
- Call or text 988, or chat online. Available 24/7.
- Website
- Visit 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline(opens a new website)Leaves this website
Supporting a friend
You don’t have to fix it. You do have to take it seriously.
Listen and stay with them
Non-urgentLet them talk without judging or rushing to solutions. Ask how you can help.
Listen and stay with them
Non-urgentLet them talk without judging or rushing to solutions. Ask how you can help.
- Who it’s for
- Students worried about a friend
- How to access it
- Start with something simple: “I’ve noticed you seem off. Want to talk?”
Bring in a trusted adult
Non-urgentAdults can connect your friend to support you can’t provide on your own.
Bring in a trusted adult
Non-urgentAdults can connect your friend to support you can’t provide on your own.
- Who it’s for
- Students worried about a friend
- How to access it
- Tell a parent, counselor, or teacher—even if your friend asked you to keep it secret. Their safety matters more.
If a friend may be in danger
Urgent · 24/7Immediate help from emergency or crisis services.
If a friend may be in danger
Urgent · 24/7Immediate help from emergency or crisis services.
- Who it’s for
- Anyone
- How to access it
- Call 911, or call or text 988. Stay with them if it’s safe.
Stress and academic pressure
Pressure is real. Asking for help early makes a difference.
Your teachers
Non-urgentExtra help, clarity on assignments, and sometimes flexibility when you’re overwhelmed.
Your teachers
Non-urgentExtra help, clarity on assignments, and sometimes flexibility when you’re overwhelmed.
- Who it’s for
- Any student
- How to access it
- Talk to them after class or email them before things pile up.
Academic support at Bishop England
Non-urgentExtra help from the people who teach you.
Academic support at Bishop England
Non-urgentExtra help from the people who teach you.
- Who it’s for
- Bishop England students
- How to access it
- Ask your teachers. Message them on Teams, catch them after class, or email them.
Understanding mental health
Trustworthy information, not guesses.
National Institute of Mental Health
Non-urgentPlain-language information about mental health from the U.S. government’s research agency.
National Institute of Mental Health
Non-urgentPlain-language information about mental health from the U.S. government’s research agency.
- Who it’s for
- Anyone who wants to learn
- How to access it
- Visit nimh.nih.gov.
- Website
- Visit National Institute of Mental Health(opens a new website)Leaves this website
SAMHSA
Non-urgentInformation on mental health and substance use from the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
SAMHSA
Non-urgentInformation on mental health and substance use from the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
- Who it’s for
- Students, families, and educators
- How to access it
- Visit samhsa.gov.
- Website
- Visit SAMHSA(opens a new website)Leaves this website
School support
People at Bishop England who are here for you.
School counseling
Non-urgentBishop England has a counseling office. Counselors are there to talk with you.
School counseling
Non-urgentBishop England has a counseling office. Counselors are there to talk with you.
- Who it’s for
- Bishop England students
- How to access it
- Stop by the counseling office or message a counselor on Teams. Don’t be afraid to reach out.
Trusted faculty and staff
Non-urgentAdults on campus you can go to when something is wrong.
Trusted faculty and staff
Non-urgentAdults on campus you can go to when something is wrong.
- Who it’s for
- Bishop England students
- How to access it
- Talk to any teacher, coach, or staff member you trust.
Crisis and professional resources
For urgent situations and longer-term care.
Emergency services
Urgent · 24/7Immediate help when someone may be in danger.
Emergency services
Urgent · 24/7Immediate help when someone may be in danger.
- Who it’s for
- Anyone
- How to access it
- Call 911.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Urgent · 24/7Free, confidential crisis support, 24/7.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Urgent · 24/7Free, confidential crisis support, 24/7.
- Who it’s for
- Anyone in the United States
- How to access it
- Call or text 988, or chat online.
- Website
- Visit 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline(opens a new website)Leaves this website
Crisis Text Line
Urgent · 24/7Free, 24/7 support by text with a trained crisis counselor.
Crisis Text Line
Urgent · 24/7Free, 24/7 support by text with a trained crisis counselor.
- Who it’s for
- Anyone in the United States
- How to access it
- Text HOME to 741741.
- Website
- Visit Crisis Text Line(opens a new website)Leaves this website
SAMHSA National Helpline
Non-urgentFree, confidential treatment referral and information, 24/7.
SAMHSA National Helpline
Non-urgentFree, confidential treatment referral and information, 24/7.
- Who it’s for
- Individuals and families
- How to access it
- Call 1-800-662-4357.
- Website
- Visit SAMHSA National Helpline(opens a new website)Leaves this website
A doctor or licensed professional
Non-urgentOngoing, professional mental-health care.
A doctor or licensed professional
Non-urgentOngoing, professional mental-health care.
- Who it’s for
- Anyone
- How to access it
- Ask a parent or guardian, your doctor, or a school counselor to help you connect.
The Mental Health Awareness Club is a student-led organization and does not provide counseling, diagnosis, treatment, or emergency services. Students seeking personal support should contact a parent or guardian, school counselor, trusted adult, licensed professional, or an appropriate crisis service.