California Mental Health Resources & Community Support

A list of online tools, county services, and community support for individuals and families across the state of California. Whether you're a veteran, man, woman, teen, or child seeking mental health support, exploring self-help options, or in urgent need, you’ll find access to county services and emergency contacts listed here.

  • Serious mental health conditions include major depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and borderline personality disorder.

  • SAMHSA (1-800-662-4357) offers confidential help for individuals facing mental health or substance use disorders. California residents can get treatment referrals, education, and support in English or Spanish—available 24/7.

  • Residents of Tehama County can access local crisis support by calling 1-800-240-3208. This agency offers 24/7 mental health intervention, including suicide prevention, referrals, and emergency services.

  • If you're a veteran or service member in California and are struggling with mental health challenges, Veterans Mental Health Services is here to help — 24/7. Veterans, Active-duty, National Guard & Reserve, family and friends. You don’t need to be enrolled in VA benefits to get support.

  • 211 is a confidential service available to all Californians. Whether you're seeking local mental health support, housing assistance, or crisis services, 211 connects you with community-based resources.

    Multilingual support is available 24/7.

  • Federal agency for basic information on mental disorders, and the latest mental health research. It is not the intention of NIMH to provide specific medical advice, but rather to provide users with information to better understand their health and their diagnosed disorders.

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