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After-Hours Support: Crisis Hotlines and Resources in Maryland


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Mental health crises can happen at any time. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or any other emotional challenge, you're not alone—and support is available 24/7, even if your therapist isn’t. This post provides a list of national and Maryland-specific mental health hotlines and resources to ensure that help is just a call or click away even outside of business hours.



📞 National Mental Health and Crisis Hotlines

These resources are available 24/7 and accessible from anywhere in the U.S.:

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

    • Call or Text: 988 | 988lifeline.org

    • For anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or a mental health/substance use crisis.

  • Crisis Text Line

    • Text: HOME to 741741 | crisistextline.org

    • Confidential texting support with trained crisis counselors.

  • National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine

    • Call: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) (Mon–Fri, 10 AM–10 PM ET) | nami.org/help

    • Offers free, peer-support-based services and information.

  • SAMHSA’s National Helpline

  • The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth)

  • Veterans Crisis Line

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🧠 Maryland-Based Mental Health Resources

Local services and organizations helping residents across Maryland access mental health care:

Maryland Crisis Connect

  • Call: 211, then press 1 Text: 898-211 | 211md.org

  • 24/7 support connecting people with crisis services, housing, food, and mental health resources.

Behavioral Health Administration (Maryland Department of Health)

Sheppard Pratt

  • Call (Referrals): 410-938-5000 | sheppardpratt.org

  • Inpatient and outpatient mental health services throughout Maryland.

Pro Bono Counseling Project

  • Call: 410-825-1001 | probonocounseling.org

  • Free mental health counseling via volunteer licensed therapists.

Maryland Domestic Violence Hotline

  • Call: 1-800-MD-HELPS (1-800-634-3577) | mnadv.org


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📍 County-Specific Mental Health Resources

Allegany County

  • Behavioral Health Authority: 301-759-5070 | mhamd.org

  • Crisis Hotline: 240-964-1399

Anne Arundel County

  • Mental Health Agency: 410-222-7858 | aamentalhealth.org

  • Crisis Response Line: 410-768-5522

Baltimore City

  • Behavioral Health System Baltimore: 410-637-1900 | bhsbaltimore.org

  • Baltimore Crisis Response, Inc. BCRI Crisis Hotline: 410-433-5175 | bcresponse.org

Baltimore County

Calvert County

Howard County

Montgomery County

  • Crisis Center (24/7): 240-777-4000

  • EveryMind Mental Health: 301-424-0656 | every-mind.org

  • Family Services (Sheppard Pratt): 301-840-2000 | fs-inc.org

Harford County

Prince George’s County

  • Crisis Response Team: 301-429-2185

  • Health Dept – Behavioral Health Services: 301-856-9500

  • NAMI Prince George’s County: 301-429-2185 | namipgc.org

  • Bridge Center at Adams House & Bridges2Success: princegeorgescountymd.gov

  • Sheppard Pratt: 410-938-3000

  • State Behavioral Health Admin (DHMH): 410-402-8300

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Facing a mental health crisis can feel incredibly isolating, especially when your therapist’s office is closed. But remember, these resources are here to provide the support you need, day or night. They are staffed by compassionate professionals who are ready to listen and offer help with confidentiality and understanding. If you or someone you care about is struggling, don’t wait—reach out today. Your mental health matters, and help is always available.


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