An overwhelming 36.9% of Virginia adults reported having symptoms of depression and/or anxiety last year, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Worse yet, a little over 22% of residents seeking mental health assistance simply can’t find it.
It’s clear that Virginia residents are in need of help for depression and anxiety. Fortunately, there are free and anonymous helplines available to all residents. These phone numbers are more than just digits on your smartphone. Call today and receive immediate assistance for any and all mental health issues, including depression and/or anxiety.
The National Depression Hotline
Anybody anywhere can call 866-629-4564 to reach a specialist with The National Depression Helpline. It’s a free, confidential, around-the-clock helpline for depression and/or anxiety. Call now for immediate assistance, or click here to visit the website which offers a wealth of additional information and resources. When you’re ready, we’re here to listen.
ACTS Crisis Helpline
Action in Community Through Service (ACTS) offers Virginia residents a wealth of mental health resources, including a crisis helpline. Call 703-368-4141 anytime to be connected with a specialist. Please note ACTS primarily serves the greater Prince William County area, but nobody will be turned away. Click here to visit the ACTS website.
NAMI HelpLine
The National Alliance on Mental Illness offers a helpline for all US residents to receive assistance for depression and/or any form of mental issue. Call 800-950-6264 from Monday to Friday, 10AM to 10PM, or text “HelpLine” to 62640. You may also visit the Virginia-specific NAMI website, which offers a wealth of info, by clicking here.