Support Resources
Real numbers. Real people. No signup. No paywall. If you need help — in any form — these organizations exist for exactly that reason.
In crisis right now?
Call or text 988 — free, 24/7, any kind of crisis. Or text HOME to 741741. If you're in immediate danger, call 911.
If You're in Crisis Right Now
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 98824/7, free, English and Spanish
They help with any kind of crisis — not only suicide. If you don't know what to say, that's okay. Just call.
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
24/7, free
Text-based crisis support. Connects you to a trained Crisis Counselor.
Emergency Services
Call 911Immediate danger only
If you or someone else is in immediate physical danger.
Someone to Talk To
Teen Line
Call 1-800-852-8336 or text TEEN to 839866–9pm PT nightly. Up to age 19.
Run by trained teen volunteers who've been through it too. Confidential, free.
NAMI Teen & Young Adult HelpLine
nami.org/Support-Education/NAMI-HelpLine
Mon–Fri, 10am–10pm ET
Not a crisis line, but trained specialists who understand mental health and the specific pressures young people face. Free.
Food, Body Image, or Eating
Cheerleaders are at elevated risk. If you're struggling with food, your body, or eating behaviors — these people specialize in athletes. All free.
National Alliance for Eating Disorders
Call 866-662-1235Mon–Fri, 9am–7pm ET
Staffed by licensed therapists who specialize in eating disorders. The leading nonprofit for eating disorder referrals since NEDA's helpline closed.
ANAD Helpline
Call 888-375-7767Mon–Fri, 9am–9pm CST
Has dedicated athlete resources at anad.org/get-informed/athlete-resources — worth bookmarking.
Love, A Stranger
Text-only — see lovingyouiscomplex.com
Daily 4–10pm EST
The only text-based eating disorder helpline. Free. If calling feels like too much, this is for you.
Abuse, Harassment, or Assault
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
Call 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)24/7, free, confidential
Connects you to your nearest sexual assault service provider. Online chat also available at rainn.org.
U.S. Center for SafeSport
safesport.org/report
Online reporting, 24/7
Handles reports of abuse in sport — coaches, trainers, officials. This is the official reporting channel for USASF-affiliated abuse. You can report anonymously.
LGBTQ+ Youth
The Trevor Project
Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 67867824/7, free, confidential
Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth. The TrevorSpace online community is also available for connection.
Other Resources
SAMHSA National Helpline
Call 1-800-662-435724/7, free, confidential
Substance use disorder treatment referrals and information. Free, in English and Spanish.
StopBullying.gov
stopbullying.gov
Online resource
Federal government information on bullying prevention and reporting.
Association for Applied Sport Psychology
appliedsportpsych.org/find-a-consultant
Directory — find a sports psychologist near you
If you want to work with a professional on mental performance, this directory lists certified practitioners.
These resources are run by other organizations. They are listed here because they provide real help to real people. KC Exclusives does not replace professional support — these organizations do that better than any website ever could. If a resource has changed or is no longer accurate, please email kara@kcexclusives.com so we can update it immediately.
Last verified: May 2026. This page is re-audited every 6 months.