Here are some **Arizona mental health and emotional support resources**, including services for emotional support listeners: ### **1. NAMI Arizona (National Alliance on Mental Illness)** - **Purpose**: NAMI Arizona provides mental health education, support, and advocacy for individuals affected by mental illness and their families. - **Contact**: - **Phone**: (602) 240-6488 - **Website**: [www.namiaz.org](https://www.namiaz.org) - **Services**: - Support groups for individuals with mental health conditions and their families. - Educational resources and training on mental health issues. - Community outreach and advocacy for mental health awareness. --- ### **2. Crisis Text Line (Arizona)** - **Purpose**: The Crisis Text Line offers free, confidential support for people in crisis, including emotional support for mental health issues. - **Contact**: - **Text**: Text HOME to 741741 - **Website**: [www.crisistextline.org](https://www.crisistextline.org) - **Services**: - 24/7 text-based emotional support for individuals in crisis. - Trained volunteers provide support for anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, and other mental health challenges. --- ### **3. Arizona 211** - **Purpose**: Arizona 211 is a free and confidential helpline that connects individuals with a wide range of services, including mental health support and emotional well-being resources. - **Contact**: - **Phone**: Dial 211 or (877) 211-8661 - **Website**: [www.211arizona.org](https://www.211arizona.org) - **Services**: - Referral services for mental health, counseling, and emotional support. - Help connecting with local mental health professionals, crisis services, and support groups. --- ### **4. The Trevor Project** - **Purpose**: The Trevor Project provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ2S+ youth, offering support for mental health and emotional well-being. - **Contact**: - **Phone**: 1-866-488-7386 (24/7 Lifeline) - **Text**: Text "START" to 678678 - **Website**: [www.thetrevorproject.org](https://www.thetrevorproject.org) - **Services**: - 24/7 crisis hotline offering emotional support. - Text and chat options for LGBTQ2S+ youth in need of support. --- ### **5. Dial 988 - National Suicide Prevention Lifeline** - **Purpose**: The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides immediate, free, confidential support for people in crisis, including mental health and emotional support. - **Contact**: - **Phone**: Dial 988 - **Website**: [www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org](https://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org) - **Services**: - Immediate, confidential emotional support for people experiencing a mental health crisis or suicidal thoughts. - Trained counselors available 24/7. --- ### **6. Arizona Psychological Association** - **Purpose**: The Arizona Psychological Association (APA) offers resources for finding licensed psychologists in Arizona for mental health support, including therapy and counseling services. - **Contact**: - **Phone**: (602) 244-8176 - **Website**: [www.apaaz.org](https://www.apaaz.org) - **Services**: - Find licensed mental health professionals in Arizona. - Resources on mental health topics, including therapy for anxiety, depression, and stress management. --- ### **7. Empath Support (Peer Support)** - **Purpose**: Empath Support is a peer support group for individuals dealing with mental health challenges, offering emotional support through peer-to-peer listening. - **Contact**: - **Phone**: (480) 409-6619 - **Website**: [www.empathsupport.com](https://www.empathsupport.com) - **Services**: - Peer-to-peer support for individuals dealing with mental health challenges. - Emotional support through one-on-one phone calls and group support settings. - Resources for mental health professionals. --- ### **8. Mental Health America of Arizona (MHA AZ)** - **Purpose**: MHA Arizona provides information, support, and advocacy for mental health issues in Arizona. - **Contact**: - **Phone**: (480) 994-4407 - **Website**: [www.mha-arizona.org](https://www.mha-arizona.org) - **Services**: - Emotional support for individuals dealing with mental health challenges. - Resources for finding local mental health services and crisis support. - Advocacy and education on mental health awareness. --- ### **9. SAMHSA National Helpline** - **Purpose**: SAMHSA provides a free, confidential, 24/7 helpline for individuals experiencing mental health or substance use disorders. - **Contact**: - **Phone**: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) - **Website**: [www.samhsa.gov](https://www.samhsa.gov) - **Services**: - 24/7 support for emotional and mental health concerns. - Assistance in finding local mental health services, including counseling and therapy. --- ### **10. Arizona Behavioral Health (ABH)** - **Purpose**: Arizona Behavioral Health offers resources for mental health services, including emotional support and crisis intervention. - **Contact**: - **Phone**: (602) 254-6400 - **Website**: [www.azbh.org](https://www.azbh.org) - **Services**: - 24/7 crisis support and behavioral health resources. - Connections to mental health professionals and counseling services. --- These resources can connect you to services offering immediate emotional support, crisis intervention, peer support, and professional mental health care in Arizona. Whether you're looking for ongoing counseling or need someone to talk to during a tough time, these services are designed to assist.