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Mental Health Resources

If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis in Virginia, several resources are available to provide immediate assistance:

Suicide & Crisis Support:

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial or text 988 to connect with trained crisis workers 24/7. This free and confidential service offers support for individuals in distress, prevention, and crisis resources.
    988lifeline.org

  • CrisisLink Hotline: For residents in Northern Virginia, CrisisLink offers a 24-hour suicide prevention and crisis intervention hotline at 703-527-4077.
    novaregion.org

Mental Health Emergencies:

  • Fairfax County Emergency Mental Health Services: Available 24/7 for crisis intervention and stabilization. Contact them at 703-573-5679. fairfaxcounty.gov

Child and Adult Protective Services:

  • Virginia Child Protective Services (CPS) Hotline: If you suspect child abuse or neglect, call 1-800-552-7096.
    loudoun.gov

  • Virginia Adult Protective Services (APS) Hotline: To report abuse, neglect, or exploitation of adults, contact 1-888-832-3858.
    guides.vpcc.edu

Domestic Violence Support:

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline: For confidential support, call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit their website for chat support.

Additional Resources:

  • Crisis Text Line: Text "ASKUS" to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor any time.
    dbhds.virginia.gov

  • National Runaway Safeline: For youth in crisis or considering running away, call 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929) for support and resources.

For more localized services, consider reaching out to your county's community services board or local health department. In any emergency situation where immediate danger is present, call 911.

Remember, help is available, and you are not alone.

*Mandated Reporter Disclosure*

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Virginia, I am a mandated reporter, which means I am legally required to report certain concerns to the appropriate authorities. Confidentiality is a crucial part of therapy; however, there are specific situations where I am obligated to break confidentiality, including:

  • Suspected Child Abuse or Neglect: If I have reason to believe that a child is being abused or neglected, I must report it to Child Protective Services (CPS).

  • Suspected Elder or Dependent Adult Abuse or Neglect: If I suspect abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an elderly or incapacitated adult, I must report it to Adult Protective Services (APS).

  • Threats of Harm to Self: If a client expresses a serious and immediate intent to harm themselves, I may need to take necessary steps to ensure their safety, which could include contacting emergency services or designated support persons.

  • Threats of Harm to Others: If a client makes a specific, credible threat to harm another person, I am required to notify law enforcement and/or the intended victim under Virginia’s Duty to Protect laws.

These reporting obligations are in place to ensure safety and comply with Virginia law. If you have any questions about confidentiality and its limits, we can discuss this further in session.

You deserve support.