Mental Health Resources

You are not alone. Confidential help is available.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or Text 988

Connects you with trained counselors who can provide free, confidential support 24/7. You can also chat online.

Crisis Text Line

Text "FIRE" to 741741

Text with a trained Crisis Counselor from anywhere in the US, anytime, about any type of crisis. It's free and confidential.

Specialized Firefighter & EMS Resources

  • Safe Call Now

    A 24/7 confidential resource for first responders and their families for a wide range of issues.

    1-206-459-3020
  • IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health

    A dedicated facility for IAFF members struggling with PTSD, addiction, and other behavioral health challenges.

    Visit Website
  • National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) Share the Load™

    Provides resources and a helpline for volunteer firefighters and EMS providers.

    1-888-731-3473

Suggested Resources

The resources here have been submitted by other first responders who found them to be extremely helpful. They have been vetted by our staff post submission to ensure that they provide trauma based services tailored to the higher acuity nature of first responder service.

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Tampa Bay Psychology Associates
33702

Location: 601 93rd Avenue N, St. Petersburg, FL

Contact: 727-648-2725

Emergency Line: 727-463-4349

"Great staff that has been contracted with several cities to specialize in first responder care. Many trauma certified staff members"

Submitted by a fellow responder on 2025-12-17
The Retreat at Largo Medical Center
33774

Location: 2025 Indian Rocks Road, Largo, FL

Contact: 727-460-3193

"Advise that you are calling for the First Responders Behavioral Health Program. Discreet behavioral health tailored to traumatic experiences."

Submitted by a fellow responder on 2025-12-17
UCF Restores
32816

Location: 4111 Pictor Lane, Orlando, FL

Contact: (407)-823-3910

"Variety of free services with in-patient and virtual counseling sessions. Has a program dedicated for helping first responder PTSD and the inpatient program at UCF pays for your hotel stay."

Submitted by a fellow responder on 2025-12-17

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