What Happens When You Call

Need Help Now? You’re Not Alone.

If you or someone you care about is experiencing emotional distress, thoughts of self-harm, or a mental health crisis, immediate support is available:

Call or Text 988 — You’ll reach a trained specialist who can listen, de-escalate, and connect you to local resources. 

Live Chat — Available via the 988 Missouri website.

Confidential, Free, 24/7 service in English, Spanish, and multiple other languages.

Starting July 1, 2025, calls/texts to previous Missouri Crisis Services lines (1-844-493-8255 / “TALK” → 38255) will also be routed here.

More Information on How it Works — When you call or text 988, you are connected to a trained responder who will listen, assess immediate safety needs, help calm the situation, and, when needed, connect you with local services for follow-up care. The service is confidential and free.