If you are feeling unsafe, overwhelmed, or in distress, you are not alone. This page lists crisis and peer support resources that are available 24/7, including options specifically for LGBTQ+ and trans individuals. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, and these trained counselors and peer supporters are ready to listen, support you, and connect you with the care you need.

LGBTQ, Trans & Non-binary Specific Peer Support

Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860 peer support Mon-Fri 1pm-9pm
LGBT National Hotline: 888-843-4564 Mon-Fri 2pm-11am, Sat 12pm-5pm peer support
Trevor Project: 866-488-7386 or text: START to 678-678 or website chat, 24/7 for ages 13-24

National Crisis Lines: 24/7

National Suicide Crisis Lifeline: 988 call, text, or website chat
Samaritans: 877-870-4673 also text or online chat
Crisis text line: text HOME to 741741

Massachusetts Support: hours listed

Boston Peer Support Line: 877-733-7563 Mon–Sun, 4pm–8pm
Wildflower Peer Support Line: 888-407-4515 Mon-Thurs 7pm-9pm, Fri-Sun 7pm-10pm
Mobile Crisis: (877) 382-1609 for in-home immediate help/crisis evaluations

Vermont Support: hours listed

Vermont Support Line-(833) 888-2557 call or text, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily
Text “VT” to 741741 — Vermont Crisis Text Line
Mobile Crisis: Call 988 for VT area specific in-home help/crisis evaluations

In an Emergency

If feeling actively unsafe or in an emergency you can also always:

Go to your local ER and ask to be evaluated
Call 911

About This Page

This resource list is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for medical or psychiatric care. If someone is in crisis, contacting any of the above options connects them to trained professionals or peer support as quickly as possible.