Verified services in the United States. You don't need to be sure you have a problem, and you don't need to have the right words.
Opioid overdose? Call 911, give naloxone if you have it, and stay with the person. What to do in an emergency.
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Free, confidential, 24/7 — for you or for someone you're worried about.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential support from trained crisis counselors for anyone in emotional distress or crisis — including if you are worried about someone else. Veterans and service members can call 988 and press 1, or text 838255.
The Hotline
Confidential support if someone's substance use or gambling is part of a situation involving abuse, threats, coercion, or fear at home. In immediate danger, call 911.
Locate licensed treatment and get referrals.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Confidential treatment referral and information for people and families facing substance use or mental health conditions. It connects you to local treatment, support groups, and community organizations.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
SAMHSA's confidential and anonymous locator for state-licensed treatment for substance use and mental health conditions.
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIH)
A step-by-step guide from a federal research agency to recognizing and finding higher-quality alcohol treatment for yourself or someone you love.
Designed for adults; it does not cover adolescent treatment.
For people who gamble and the people affected by it.
National Council on Problem Gambling
Confidential support for anyone affected by gambling — including family members — with referrals to local treatment and support. It is not an emergency service; in a crisis call 911 or 988.
Many states also run their own gambling helplines; the national helpline routes to local services.
Free mutual-help meetings in person, online, and by phone.
A.A. General Service Office
Free peer-support meetings for people who want to stop drinking, in person and online.
NA World Services
Free peer-support meetings for people recovering from drug addiction.
SMART Recovery USA
Free, facilitator-led mutual-support meetings for any addictive behavior, using a self-empowerment approach with no religious content. Family & Friends groups are also offered.
Gamblers Anonymous International Service Office
Free peer-support meetings for people who want to stop gambling.
You deserve support too.
SMART Recovery USA
Free, facilitator-led mutual-support meetings for any addictive behavior, using a self-empowerment approach with no religious content. Family & Friends groups are also offered.
Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters
Support for family members and friends of someone who drinks. Alateen meetings are for teens.
Nar-Anon Family Groups
Twelve-step support for family and friends of someone who uses drugs.
Gam-Anon International Service Office
Support for people affected by someone else's gambling.
Free coaching for cigarettes, vapes, and other tobacco.
State tobacco quitlines (via Smokefree.gov)
Free coaching to quit smoking, vaping, or other tobacco and nicotine products. Services vary by state.
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Directory last verified 2026-10-17.