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Crisis lines first. Then what counseling looks like at your Arizona college: cost, session limits, who can use it, how to book and who to call after hours. Then youth and community options.
These lines are free, confidential and open 24/7. You can call or text. You don’t need to be sure it’s an emergency.
If you or someone else is in danger, call 911.
Call or text 988 from anywhere in the U.S. to reach a trained crisis counselor.
Call, text, or chat with a 988 Lifeline counselor. Call 988, text 988, chat at chat.988lifeline.org; Deaf/HoH option links to 988 ASL videophone. When calling 988, press 2 to connect to a trained Spanish-speaking crisis counselor.
The 988 Lifeline is for everyone.
Hours: “24/7/365”
In Spanish: “When calling 988, press 2 to connect to a trained Spanish-speaking crisis counselor.”
The 988 Lifeline is available 24/7/365. Your conversations are free and confidential.Source: 988lifeline.org
Arizona’s statewide crisis line, run by Solari, for any Arizona resident, with or without insurance.
Phone 1-844-534-HOPE (4673); text 4HOPE (44673); chat with a crisis specialist at crisis.solari-inc.org. Can dispatch 24/7 mobile crisis teams.
Crisis services are available to any Arizona resident, regardless of health insurance coverage.
Hours: “24/7/365”
Crisis services are available to any Arizona resident, regardless of health insurance coverage. If you or someone else is experiencing a behavioral health crisis, please call one of these national or local crisis lines:Source: azahcccs.gov
Text with a trained volunteer crisis counselor.
Text HOME (or HOLA for Spanish) to 741741 to reach a live volunteer Crisis Counselor. WhatsApp and web chat options are also listed.
Anyone in the United States
Hours: “24/7”
Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States – 24/7, free, confidential.Source: crisistextline.org
Crisis support for LGBTQ+ young people by call, text or chat.
Crisis counseling for LGBTQ+ young people by call, text ('START' to 678-678) or chat at thetrevorproject.org/get-help. TTY 1-866-803-3699.
LGBTQ+ young people
Hours: “24/7/365”
Our services are 24/7/365, nationwide, 100% free & confidential.Source: thetrevorproject.org
Arizona’s teen hotline. Calls are answered 24/7; teen peer counselors answer calls and texts at the hours below.
A free, confidential, anonymous peer-to-peer hotline for teens. Teen peer counselors by call or text 3 – 9 p.m. daily; calls answered 24/7 through a partnership with Solari. For Southern Arizona, call or text the Tucson-based hotline at 520-327-8336.
Teens.
Hours: “Call anytime 24/7/365” · “Texting and peer counseling available from 3 – 9 p.m. daily”
Peer Counselors are available by call or text from 3 – 9 pm every day. Thanks to a partnership with Solari , our hotline remains open 24/7.Source: teenlifeline.org
Each card uses the college’s own words. Some colleges offer therapy on campus; others offer short-term counseling and refer you out, or use an online service. A blank row means the college’s page does not say.
Universities
Maricopa Community Colleges
Other community colleges
All colleges are shown. Pick one to see just that card.
ASU Counseling Services
About the phone number: Call the main campus line
The college’s page says:
All services at ASU Counseling Services are confidential and free of charge for ASU students attending any of the four metropolitan Phoenix campuses, including Open Call and Open Chat.Source: eoss.asu.edu
Counseling & Psych Services (CAPS), Campus Health
The college’s page says:
The majority of CAPS services are no cost for main campus students.Source: caps.arizona.edu
NAU Counseling Services (Campus Health Services)
The college’s page says:
Any NAU student, regardless of campus location, who is enrolled for one or more credit hours and has paid the Health and Wellness or Access Fee, is eligible for services.Source: in.nau.edu
GCU Office of Student Care
The college’s page says:
The GCU Office of Student Care offers short-term, solution-focused counseling free of charge to traditional full-time, on-campus students.Source: students.gcu.edu
Prescott Counseling Services
The college’s page says:
To make an appointment with Prescott Counseling Services, call 928-777-3312 or walk in during regular business hours.Source: erau.edu
District page points students to each college's Counseling and Personal Development department; no district-run clinical or telehealth service listed.
The college’s page says:
The counseling departments at each of the Maricopa Community Colleges provide confidential services to help students manage change and stress, overcome problems of the past and present, and gain self-understanding and direction.Source: maricopa.edu
Non-clinical counseling by counseling faculty (personal, career, academic, crisis support) with referrals to community providers.
The college’s page says:
While clinical mental health therapy is not provided on campus, we can assist you in connecting with appropriate community providers when needed.Source: cgc.edu
Brief, solution-focused, non-therapeutic counseling and crisis management by counseling faculty; community referrals for therapy.
The college’s page says:
Please be aware that counseling faculty do not provide therapeutic counseling, but they are able to refer you to therapists in the community.Source: estrellamountain.edu
Short-term individual counseling by counseling faculty (non-clinical), crisis support, community referrals; therapy dog sessions.
The college’s page says:
Please note, counselors do not provide clinical work/ treatment of disorders. However, counselors may provide community resources/contacts.Source: gatewaycc.edu
Non-clinical counseling (stress, resiliency, test/math anxiety, crisis response) by counseling faculty; referrals to community therapists.
The college’s page says:
Please be aware that counseling faculty do not provide therapeutic counseling, but they are able to refer you to therapists in the community.Source: gccaz.edu
Personal, academic and career counseling plus crisis response by the Counseling Department, in person and at a distance.
The college’s page says:
Personal Counseling I have a personal concern that is interfering with my achievements. Things are not going right for me. I am shy and I need to talk to a professional counselor in confidence.Source: mesacc.edu
One-on-one counseling, crisis management and career exploration by counseling faculty (no therapy); off-campus referrals to therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists.
The college’s page says:
Although our counselors do not conduct therapy, they do help you learn more about yourself and identify coping strategies to emerge with enhance self-confidence and a clear path.Source: paradisevalley.edu
Counseling faculty help with stress, personal barriers, crisis response and referral to off-campus therapy/medication; Bear Necessities basic-needs navigation.
The college’s page says:
Find mental health treatment off-campus (i.e. individual therapy, medications)Source: phoenixcollege.edu
Counseling faculty help with academic, career and personal goals (e.g., managing stress); behavioral-health page lists outside referrals only.
The college’s page says:
Our counseling faculty can help you with issues relating to your academic, career, and personal goals. Services are free for current and prospective Rio Salado students.Source: riosalado.edu
Non-clinical counseling/coaching (stress, anxiety reduction, mindfulness, crisis response) with community referrals for mental health care.
The college’s page says:
Counseling faculty do not practice as mental health clinicians; therefore you may be referred to community resources as needed. Community resources for mental health care may charge for services.Source: scottsdalecc.edu
Free counseling for life skills, career planning and crisis intervention; help finding mental health resources.
The college’s page says:
Counseling is for students who need help with personal matters. You can discuss topics such as developing better study skills, well-being, managing stress, responding to crises, setting goals, and/or resources for mental health assistance.Source: southmountaincc.edu
Short-term personal counseling by PCC counselors on all campuses, plus StudentLinc 24x7 counselor access (new July 1, 2026).
The college’s page says:
Pima counselors are available to meet with you during business hours (Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.), on a short term basis to discuss personal counseling concerns and to connect you to community resources as needed.Source: pima.edu
Student Health & Wellness staff appointments (stress, life issues, referrals) plus BetterMynd teletherapy.
The college’s page says:
BetterMynd is teletherapy for students. Arizona Western College students get 3 FREE 50-minute teletherapy sessions for short-term support while longer-term is established.Source: azwestern.edu
Online therapy via BetterMynd, or in-person therapy by licensed Spectrum Healthcare therapists on the Prescott Campus (billed to AHCCCS), or community referrals.
About the phone number: Call the main campus line
The college’s page says:
Free and flexible: 6 individual sessions per semester at no cost for eligible YC students.Source: yc.edu
BetterMynd online therapy and workshops; no on-campus counseling.
The college’s page says:
While CAC does not offer on-campus counseling, our Student Health & Wellness page has list of local and national resources to support your overall wellbeing.Source: centralaz.edu
Mental health counselors from a local Cochise County provider on the Douglas and Sierra Vista campuses; BetterMynd app via MyCochise.
The college’s page says:
Mental health counselors are available on the Douglas and Sierra Vista campuses on Mondays and Thursdays from 8:30am to 1:30pm.Source: cochise.edu
Free, confidential Behavior Health and Counseling for immediate needs, personal or social problems, and adjustment; BetterMynd listed.
The college’s page says:
Access free, confidential counseling to support your mental health and well-being. Counselors can help with immediate needs, personal or social problems, and adjusting to a new environment.Source: eac.edu
BetterMynd online therapy; no on-site mental health counselors; community referrals and CARE Team.
The college’s page says:
CCC does not have a health center or mental health counselors on site to provide medical or mental health services. As such, CCC encourages students to seek such attention from a variety of local providers.Source: coconino.edu
For when it’s not a crisis but you want someone to talk to, or you’re looking for ongoing care.
Warm lines are peer support for when you need to talk. Check who each line serves.
Non-crisis peer support line staffed by trained Peer Support Specialists with their own lived experience. Calls are limited to 20 minutes each, up to 3 times a day.
The Warm Line is open to anyone 18 years of age or older and is not limited to people with a diagnosis or mental health concern.
Hours: “24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year”
Trained Peer Support Specialists are available 24/7 to provide friendly, anonymous support.Source: crisis.solari-inc.org
Confidential, non-emergency peer support line. 520.770.9909 (Pima County); 844.733.9912 (all other Southern Arizona Counties).
any resident of Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, La Paz, Pima, Pinal, Santa Cruz, and Yuma Counties who needs to talk
Hours: “8 AM-10 PM, 7 DAYS a WEEK, 365 DAYS a YEAR. HOLIDAYS open 8 AM-6 PM (ENG) HOLIDAYS open 8 AM-1 PM (SP)”
The Warm Line is a confidential, non-emergency phone line for any resident of Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, La Paz, Pima, Pinal, Santa Cruz, and Yuma Counties who needs to talk.Source: hopearizona.org
Specialized 988 support for LGBTQ+ youth: press 3 when calling 988, or text PRIDE to 988.
LGBTQ+ youth
988 (press 3); text PRIDE to 988
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline LGBTQ+ youth specialized service, also known as the "Press 3 option," has been restored pursuant to funding and congressional direction.Source: 988lifeline.org
Peer support from trained volunteers in their twenties. Text FRIEND to 62640, call, or email.
The NAMI Teen & Young Adult HelpLine is for you if you’re a teen or young adult in your twenties
Hours: “Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET. Closed federal holidays.”
Available Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET. Closed federal holidays. Text FRIEND to 62640 , call 1-800-950-6264 , or emailSource: nami.org
National NAMI HelpLine: call, text 62640, or email. It is information, resources and support, not a crisis line ('In a crisis, call or text 988 (24/7)').
Hours: “M-F 10 am - 10 pm, ET”
1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
NAMI National HelpLine Available M-F 10 am - 10 pm, ET. * Call: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) | Text: 62640Source: namiarizona.org
Each card links the official page that lists the number.
The statewide line works anywhere in Arizona: 1-844-534-4673
Tribal Nation crisis line listed by AHCCCS.
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Gila River and Ak-Chin Indian Community: 1-800-259-3449Source: mercycareaz.org
Tribal Nation crisis line listed by AHCCCS.
Gila River Indian Community
Gila River and Ak-Chin Indian Community: 1-800-259-3449Source: mercycareaz.org
Tribal crisis services line. Trained staff can come to your location.
Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
Hours: “24/7”
Crisis is a 24/7 service that assists in stabilizing individuals and families experiencing urgent stressful, emotional and behavioral events.Source: srpmic-nsn.gov
Tribal Nation crisis line listed by AHCCCS.
Tohono O’odham Nation
Tohono O’odham Nation: 1-844-423-8759Source: mercycareaz.org
Current member: call the number on the back of the insurance card. Not a member: call the ACC-RBHA for your area, or ask the child's school for a referral. No IEP needed. A parent or guardian must give permission.
Parents or guardians of children and students, whether or not the child is a Medicaid member
If your child is not currently a Medicaid member, call the phone number for the AHCCCS Complete Care-Regional Behavioral Health Agreements (ACC-RBHAs) in your area, OR request a referral for services from your child’s school.Source: azahcccs.gov
The ACC-RBHA member services numbers that non-members call for a child's behavioral health services. ACC-RBHAs also serve people with SMI and provide crisis and grant-funded services.
Mercy Care: Maricopa, Gila, Pinal (excluding ZIP codes 85542, 85192, and 85550). Arizona Complete Health: Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, La Paz, Pima, Santa Cruz, Yuma, Apache, Coconino, Mohave, Navajo, Yavapai, plus ZIP codes 85542, 85192, and 85550.
1-800-564-5465 (Mercy Care); 1-888-788-4408 (Arizona Complete Health - Complete Care Plan)
AHCCCS COMPLETE CARE - REGIONAL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AGREEMENTS (ACC-RBHA) HEALTH PLANSSource: azahcccs.gov
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Checked against official pages in November 2026. Services change; confirm with the office before you go. This page lists services. It is not medical advice.