Crisis Resources
If you are in crisis, call or text 988 or call 911. Balanced Life Counseling Services does not provide emergency services, and our phone, email and contact form are not monitored for emergencies.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988, or chat online For thoughts of suicide, a mental health or substance use crisis, or emotional distress. For yourself or someone you are worried about.
Emergency services — Call 911 If someone is in immediate danger or needs urgent medical help.
Veterans Crisis Line — Dial 988 then press 1, or text 838255 For veterans, service members and those who support them.
Crisis Text Line — Text HOME to 741741 Free support by text message.
National Domestic Violence Hotline — Call 800-799-SAFE (7233), or text START to 88788 For anyone affected by relationship abuse.
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline — Call 800-422-4453 For children at risk and adults concerned about a child.
SAMHSA National Helpline — Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Treatment referral and information for mental health and substance use. This is an information line, not a crisis line.
If you are a current patient
In an emergency, use the numbers above first. When you are safe, let your therapist know what happened at your next contact so your care plan can reflect it.
To schedule a counseling appointment, call our office during office hours.
Take the first step
We are accepting new patients for in-person and telehealth appointments in Salisbury and Bethesda. Call us, or send a short message and we will get back to you.
In crisis? Call or text 988 or call 911. This office does not provide emergency services.
