988 Philly is your connection to free, confidential support during a mental health, substance use, or suicidal crisis. You will be connected to a warm, professional counselor 24/7.
We're also here if you just want to chat.
If you are not in a crisis, click the chat icon below to connect with our HMP Chatline.

If you need to see a provider, visit the walk-in clinic at:

Walk-In Mental Health Clinic
The Merakey Mental Health Walk-In Clinic is Philadelphia’s first behavioral health urgent care providing same-day, non-emergency mental health services to adults.
The clinic is open to everyone age 18 or over, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
3125 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Open Daily: 11a.m. to 6p.m.
Sometimes it’s easier to express our feelings through text. The HMP Chatline is here for you.
If you are having a mental health, substance use, or suicidal crisis, call 988. If you’re not in crisis, chat live with a Certified Peer Specialist – caring, friendly peers who are sincere and non-judgmental.
This service is available Monday – Friday from 9am to 7pm.
Please reach out if you are:
- Feeling lonely or need someone to talk to
- Having feelings of self-harm or to others
- Experiencing intense anger or emotional crisis
- Having feelings of hopelessness
- Struggling with life stresses
- Feeling depressed


More Crisis Resources
Mental Health Crisis Associated with COVID-19
If you are struggling with anxiety or overwhelming emotions due to COVID-19 there is help available.
Support & Referral Helpline:
1-855-284-2494
The helpline is available 24/7 to refer to community-based resources for further help.
For TTY, dial: 724-631-5600
Domestic Violence Crisis
The Philadelphia Violence Hotline is available 24-hours a day providing crisis intervention, safety planning, resources and referrals. All calls are free, confidential and anonymous.
Philadelphia Violence Hotline:
1-866-723-3014
LGBTQ Crisis
The Trevor Project has trained counselors to support you 24/7. If you are a youth in crisis and need of a safe and judgment-free place to talk, the TrevorLifeline is here for you:
Youth LGBTQ Hotline:
1-866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline Hotline:
1-877-565-8860
Veteran Crisis
Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are Veterans themselves.
Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255
or TEXT: 838255
