Resources & Emergency Support
Remembering God's goodness does not mean carrying hard things alone. If today is heavy, here are people who are ready to help — right now, and for the long road too.
Crisis support
If you are thinking about harming yourself, or you simply cannot carry today alone, these lines are staffed around the clock. You are not a burden for calling.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (US)
Free, confidential support 24/7 for suicidal thoughts, distress, or crisis.
Crisis Text Line
Text with a trained crisis counsellor 24/7 if talking out loud feels like too much.
Samaritans (UK & Republic of Ireland)
A free 24/7 listening line for anyone in distress — no judgement, no cost.
Veterans Crisis Line (US)
Confidential support for veterans, service members, and their families.
Outside the US, UK, or Ireland
Find A Helpline lists verified crisis lines in more than 130 countries, in your own language.
Mental health support
Ongoing struggle is not a lack of faith. These organisations help with information, next steps, and finding care that fits your situation.
NAMI HelpLine (US)
Information, resources, and a listening ear for you or someone you love. Not a crisis line.
Mental Health America
Free screening tools and plain-language guides on what to do next.
Pastoral care & Christian counselling
God often carries us through his people. Your own church is usually the best first call — these directories help when you need more, or when you need someone outside your circle.
Your local church
A pastor, elder, or trusted small-group leader can pray with you today and walk alongside you afterwards. If you are not part of a church, most will still welcome a call.
American Association of Christian Counselors
Directory of licensed counsellors who work from a Christian framework.
Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF)
Biblical counselling, teaching, and a directory of trained counsellors.
Focus on the Family counselling consultation (US)
A one-time consultation with a licensed counsellor, plus referrals to counsellors near you.
Substance abuse & recovery
Whether the struggle is yours or someone else’s in your household, help is free and confidential.
SAMHSA National Helpline (US)
Free, confidential treatment referral and information, 24/7, in English and Spanish.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Local meeting finder and resources for anyone who wants to stop drinking.
Al-Anon Family Groups
Support for families and friends of people who struggle with alcohol.
Celebrate Recovery
A Christ-centred recovery ministry hosted by churches worldwide, with a group finder.
Domestic violence & abuse
Abuse is never your fault, and staying is not what faithfulness requires. These lines are confidential and can help you make a safety plan.
National Domestic Violence Hotline (US)
Advocates available 24/7 for safety planning, resources, and referrals.
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline (US)
Confidential support 24/7 for survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones.
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (US)
Crisis counsellors 24/7 for concerns about a child’s safety.
Refuge National Domestic Abuse Helpline (UK)
Free 24-hour helpline for women and children experiencing domestic abuse.
Finding local counselling & practical help
Sometimes the need is food, rent, or a counsellor within driving distance. These directories are the fastest way to what is near you.
211 (US & Canada)
Dial 211 for local help with food, housing, utilities, counselling, and more.
FindTreatment.gov (US)
Government locator for licensed mental health and substance use treatment near you.
Psychology Today therapist directory
Search counsellors by location, speciality, insurance, and faith background.
A word about Grace Journal
Grace Journal is a personal reflection tool to help you remember God's goodness. It is not a substitute for professional counselling, pastoral care, or medical advice, and no one here is monitoring what you write. If you are in crisis or need support, please reach out to a trusted pastor, counsellor, or mental health professional — or to one of the lines above.
These organisations are independent of Grace Journal. We list them because they are well-established, but we cannot guarantee their availability in your area. Details change — if you find something out of date, please tell us.