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If you need more than coaching

Her Vanguard is coaching. Some things need a professional, and some things need someone right now. Both lists are below.

Everything here is free and confidential unless noted. Calling more than one is fine. If the first doesn't fit, try the next.

Right now

If you're in immediate danger, call 911.

Suicidal thoughts, or a crisis of any kind 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988, 24/7. Chat at chat.988lifeline.org. Text and chat are available in Spanish. There's a dedicated line for deaf and hard-of-hearing callers at 988lifeline.org.

If you're afraid of someone at home National Domestic Violence Hotline — 1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788, 24/7. Chat at thehotline.org. For Native American and Alaska Native callers, StrongHearts Native Helpline: 1-844-762-8483. Deaf Hotline video relay: 1-855-812-1001.

Leaving is the most dangerous moment, which is why safety planning is specialist work. Please don't treat it as something to figure out alone.

After sexual assault, recent or not RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline — 1-800-656-4673, text HOPE to 64673, or chat at rainn.org/hotline. 24/7, in English and Spanish.

Ongoing support

Eating, food, and your body National Alliance for Eating Disorders helpline — 866-662-1235, answered by licensed therapists specializing in eating disorders, weekdays 9am–7pm ET. Outside those hours, 988 is staffed. NEDA runs a free screening tool and a treatment directory. It no longer operates a phone line.

Finding treatment for mental health or substance use SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-4357, 24/7, 365 days, English and Spanish. Free referrals to local treatment, support groups, and community organizations. Text your ZIP code to 435748. TTY 1-800-487-4889.

Pregnancy, birth, and the year after National Maternal Mental Health Hotline — call or text 1-833-852-6262, 24/7, with interpreters in 60 languages. Postpartum Support International — 1-800-944-4773, press 1 for Spanish or 2 for English. Text English to 800-944-4773, or Spanish to 971-203-7773.

Finding a therapist

The cheapest option is first, because money is usually what stops people starting.

  • Open Path Collective — therapy at reduced session rates for people without adequate insurance.
  • Psychology Today — the largest directory, filterable by insurance, speciality, and sliding scale.
  • Inclusive Therapists — centers therapists of color, disabled therapists, and LGBTQ+ affirming care.
  • Therapy for Black Girls — directory and podcast for Black women.
  • 211 — call or text 211 for local help with housing, food, utilities, and childcare. Practical crises are real crises.

Outside the United States

Find A Helpline lists verified crisis lines in more than 175 countries, free, and filtered by what you need. It's the fastest way to reach someone who speaks your language and knows your area.

Every number here was checked on 1 August 2026. Services change. If you find something out of date, tell us at empower@hervanguard.com and we'll fix it the same week.