In crisis? Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or text HOME to 741741

Crisis Support

If you are in immediate danger, call 911. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, help is available right now.

Immediate Resources

988

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 — available 24/7

TEXT

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741 — available 24/7

How BalancED Can Help

While we are not a crisis hotline, Balanced Educators can connect you with support. If you are experiencing burnout, overwhelming stress, anxiety, or depression, our licensed counselors can help — often with much shorter wait times than traditional therapy providers.

✓Rapid intake process for urgent situations
✓Connection to licensed counselors within days, not weeks
✓Help navigating insurance, EAP, and other support systems
✓Ongoing support after a crisis to prevent recurrence

Signs You May Need Support

  • Feeling hopeless about your career or life
  • Unable to sleep or sleeping excessively
  • Withdrawing from colleagues, friends, or family
  • Increased use of alcohol or substances to cope
  • Thoughts of self-harm or suicide
  • Panic attacks or overwhelming anxiety
  • Inability to function at work or home

If any of these resonate with you, please reach out — support is available and getting help is the first step.