Emergency Resources
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, are in immediate danger, or believe someone may be at risk of harm, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Psychological Services for Families does not provide emergency or crisis response through this website, email, voicemail, or contact forms.
Crisis Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for confidential emotional support and crisis assistance.
988 Lifeline
Emergency Services
Call 911 for immediate emergencies involving danger to self or others.
You may also go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Ventura County Crisis Resources
Ventura County Behavioral Health Crisis Team
(866) 998 2243
Ventura County Behavioral Health
Interface Children & Family Services 24 Hour Response
(800) 636 6738
Interface Children & Family Services
Teen & Youth Crisis Support
California Youth Crisis Line
Call or text (800) 843 5200
Available 24 hours a day for youth, teens, and families seeking support, crisis intervention, and mental health resources.
California Youth Crisis Line
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Free 24/7 confidential crisis counseling by text message.
Crisis Text Line
Additional Mental Health Resources
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
NAMI Ventura County
Support, education, advocacy, and community resources for individuals and families.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
SAMHSA National Helpline
Treatment referral and information services for mental health and substance use concerns.
Important Notice
Messages submitted through this website may not be reviewed immediately. Please do not use this website, email, or voicemail for urgent or emergency situations.
If you need immediate assistance, call 911 or contact 988.
Seeking Ongoing Support?
If you are looking for ongoing counseling, therapy, parenting support, behavioral health services, or family support services, our team is here to help.