Crisis Hotlines

These numbers provide immediate, free, and confidential support for individuals experiencing mental health crises, suicidal thoughts, or other urgent emotional challenges, with Texas-specific options included.

  • National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988 Available 24/7, this lifeline offers free and confidential support for people in distress, connecting callers to local crisis centers, including those in Texas, for tailored mental health support.
  • SAMHSA’s National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) A free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year service for individuals and families facing mental health and/or substance use disorders. It provides referrals to Texas-based treatment facilities, support groups, and community organizations.
  • Texas Health and Human Services Mental Health Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 Operated by the Texas Department of State Health Services, this 24/7 hotline connects individuals in crisis to local mental health authorities, including those serving Denton County, for immediate support and referrals.
  • Denton County MHMR Crisis Hotline: 1-800-762-0157 Provides 24/7 crisis intervention services specifically for residents of Denton County, offering mental health assessments, counseling, and referrals to local resources for teens and families.
  • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Offers free, 24/7 crisis support via text message, connecting individuals to trained crisis counselors, accessible to teens and families in Texas.

Medical Detox and Substance Abuse Support

These resources assist individuals seeking help for substance use disorders, with Texas-specific detox and treatment options for residents near Denton.

  • SAMHSA’s FindTreatment.gov: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or visit findtreatment.gov Helps locate treatment facilities in Texas, including medical detox programs in the Denton area, for inpatient and outpatient care tailored to teens and families.
  • Texas Health and Human Services Substance Use Treatment Locator: 1-877-966-3784 or hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use Connects families to state-funded and private substance use treatment programs, including medical detox facilities in North Texas, with options for adolescents.
  • North Texas Behavioral Health Authority (NTBHA): 1-866-260-8000 or ntbha.org Serves Denton County and surrounding areas, offering referrals to local substance abuse treatment programs, including detox and outpatient services for teens.
  • Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Dallas Area Intergroup: 214-887-6699 or aadallas.org Provides local AA meetings in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including Denton, for teens and families seeking peer-led support for alcohol addiction recovery.
  • Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – North Texas Region: 888-653-3364 or natexas.org Offers community-based NA meetings in Denton and nearby areas to support teens and families in recovery from drug addiction.

Poison Control

These contacts provide immediate assistance for poisoning emergencies, with Texas-specific options for Denton residents.

  • Texas Poison Center Network: 1-800-222-1222 Available 24/7, this toll-free number connects callers to the nearest of Texas’s six poison centers, including the North Texas Poison Center at Parkland Health in Dallas, serving Denton County. Trained professionals provide free, confidential guidance in over 100 languages for poison exposure emergencies.
  • webPOISONCONTROL®: poison.org or download the app An online tool and mobile app for quick, expert-vetted answers to poisoning questions. Users can input details and receive treatment advice, with follow-up support available by calling 1-800-222-1222.
  • ASPCA National Animal Poison Control Center: 1-888-426-4435 For pet owners in Denton, this 24/7 hotline provides expert advice on pet poisoning emergencies, though a fee may apply per case.

Additional Resources for Families and Teens

These resources support mental health, education, and aftercare needs, with a focus on accessibility for Denton, TX families.

  • National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – North Texas: 972-234-6264 or naminorthtexas.org Offers local support groups, educational programs, and resources for families and teens in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including Denton, to navigate mental health challenges.
  • Teen Line: 1-800-852-8336 or text TEEN to 839863 (6 PM–10 PM PST) A teen-to-teen hotline providing peer support for adolescents facing emotional or mental health challenges, such as non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) or suicidal ideation (SI), accessible to Texas teens.
  • Parenting Support – Child Mind Institute: childmind.org Provides resources for parents on supporting teens with mental health challenges, including guidance on residential treatment and aftercare planning, relevant for Denton families.
  • Educational Continuity – Denton Independent School District (DISD): dentonisd.org For teens enrolled in local schools, families can coordinate with DISD to ensure academic continuity during treatment. Orama’s partnership with the UT Educational program also allows teens to continue their education during their stay.
  • Aftercare Planning – Helen Farabee Centers: 1-800-621-8504 or helenfarabee.org A regional mental health and substance use provider serving Denton County, offering outpatient therapy, counseling, and aftercare planning to support teens post-treatment.