Emergency Information

For emotional support or to talk to someone about thoughts of self harm or suicide call:

• Thurston Co. Crisis Line:  360-586-2800  
• Pierce Co. Crisis Line:     1-800-576-776

If you or someone you care about is contemplating suicide, it's important to seek help.  

Crisis lines are open 24/7. 

• National Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
• Crisis text line: Text “HOME” to 741-741        

If you or someone you love is threatening suicide or has made an attempt.

For under 18, go to Mary Bridge ER

Thurston County residents: Go to St Peters Hospital ER

Pierce County residents:  Go to Tacoma General ER

This especially includes guns and other weapons, and medication.

• Talking about wanting to die or to kill oneself;
• Looking for a way to kill oneself;
• Talking about feeling hopeless or having no purpose;
• Talking about feeling trapped or being in unbearable pain;
• Talking about being a burden to others;
• Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs;
• Acting anxious, agitated, or reckless;
• Sleeping too little or too much;
• Withdrawing or feeling isolated;
• Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge; and
• Displaying extreme mood swings.

More informaton:  https://save.org/

People suffering from:

Depression

Bi-polar disorder

PTSD

Schizophrenia

Borderline Personality Disorder

Substance Abuse

Members of the LGBTQ community

Also people who have experienced recent loss, or who have a loved one that committed suicide.

Psychotherapists are highly trained and licensed to provide intense interactive talk therapy.   Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a common and effective treatment to help clients uncover unhealthy thought patterns and construct new thought patterns that better serve the person.