September is World Suicide Prevention Month and is a good time to remind ourselves that our words, actions, and support can truly make a difference in the lives of those who are facing the darkness of mental health challenges. We must acknowledge the pain that some individuals are silently enduring and let them know they are not alone. It's also a good time to share national and local resources in place to help those in crisis.
Mental Health Resources
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, seek help immediately.
Uncomfortable on the phone? You can chat the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988lifeline.org.
Know you are not alone. There is help available, and there are people who care deeply about your well-being.
- Emergency: 911
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988
- Text Crisis Line: Text the word “Brave” to 741741
Along with the national Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, there are also several options in Springfield, Missouri for finding help for you or someone you know who is experiencing a mental health crisis or thoughts of suicide. Some of those options include:
Hotlines
- Burrell Behavioral Health 24 Hour Crisis Line
417-761-5555
800-494-7355 - The Victim Center- 24 Hour Crisis Hotline
417-864-SAFE (7233) - LGBTQ+ Hotline
888-843-4564 - NAMI Southwest Missouri Warm Line
877-535-4357 - Spanish Suicide Prevention Hotline
800-784-2432
Community Resources
- Lost and Found Grief Center
Therapeutic grief support groups are offered at no charge to participants.
(417) 302-4863
https://lostandfoundozarks.com/ - NAMI of SW Missouri
The National Alliance of Mental Illness’ local chapter.
https://namiswmo.org/
Call NAMI SWMO’s Warm Line available from 9 am to 9 pm – 7 days a week at 417-864-3676 - Ozarks Counseling Center
Providing mental health services to the community regardless of ability to pay.
614 South Avenue
Springfield, MO 65806
417.869.9011
http://ozarkscounselingcenter.org/
For Youth and Teens
- Burrell Center for Children and Adolescents
Mental health and behavioral health support for children and teenagers.
440 E Tampa St, Springfield (Located in Jordan Valley Health Clinic)
(417) 761-5000 - KVC Missouri
The residential treatment program provides mental health services for children ages 10-17 with emotional and behavioral problems.
1212 W Lombard, Springfield, MO 65806
Residential treatment 417-865-1646
https://missouri.kvc.org/ - Lakeland Behavioral Health System
Psychiatric facility for youth and children.
440 S Market, Springfield
417-865-5581
800-432-1210 - Preferred Family Healthcare
Outpatient and residential treatment for substance abuse and mental health for ages 12-18.
2740 E Pythian St, Springfield, MO 65802
417-862-9634
 Infographic by NAMI |
Find warning signs and risk factors of suicide, what you need to know about youth suicide, crisis resources, and more on NAMI.org.
Offer kindness, empathy, and support
Let's be a beacon of hope for those in need. Our willingness to offer unwavering support, paired with our capacity to listen without judgment, can alter the trajectory of someone's life. Together, we can work towards creating a community where mental health is openly discussed, where struggles are met with compassion, and where every individual knows that they matter.
Let's unite in kindness, empathy, and solidarity. Let's light up the darkness with love and understanding. Remember, there's always hope – and there's always help.
