If you are currently having a medical or psychiatric emergency or are unable to stay safe, please call 988, 911, or Campus Safety at (408) 554-4444, or go to the nearest ER for immediate help. Otherwise, please see below for information about suicide prevention resources.
Call 988 from anywhere in the U.S. for 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related or emotional distress, including thoughts of suicide. You can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for yourself or if you are worried about a friend who may need crisis support.
If you or someone you know is suicidal, call one of the numbers that is listed on this webpage. If someone is in IMMEDIATE danger, please call your local emergency number (e.g. 988 in the US).
Students experiencing a psychological emergency—such as thoughts of suicide, hallucinations, or being the victim of a sexual assault—may request a crisis appointment by calling (408) 554-4501. Students in crisis are seen the same day, typically within the hour. Appointments are available Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Need to talk to a therapist now? Get 24/7 support at (408) 554-5220 (U.S.), or +44 20 8987 6588 (International). You’ll speak with a licensed mental health counselor who will listen, offer guidance, and help you set a plan.
Providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training to save lives and reduce suicidal behaviors. Trainings are free for all faculty staff, and students to become a "QPR Gatekeeper" and comes with a certification.