Counseling and Other Help

In Unlocked, sometimes we talk about mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, suicide, self-harm, eating disorders, insomnia, etc. We also talk about physical, verbal, emotional, mental, sexual, and spiritual abuse. In all these things, Jesus gives us tremendous hope, and He is eager to help us through His Holy Spirit, His Word (the Bible), and His people (the church). If you or someone you know is struggling with anything we’ve listed here and you don’t know who to talk to, please reach out to one of the following services. Don’t hesitate. Reach out as soon as you can.

Suicide

If you or someone you know is experiencing feelings of hopelessness or suicidal thoughts, tell a trusted adult right away.

*You can call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also talk with someone via web chat (988lifeline.org/chat). If your situation is potentially life-threatening, call 911 (or the emergency number for your area) or go to the local hospital emergency room right away.

*If you need someone to talk to but are not in need of immediate help, you can request a conversation with Focus on the Family’s Counseling Department by calling 1-855-771-HELP (4357) weekdays from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Mountain Time), or by completing their Counseling Consultation Request Form. Please be prepared to leave your contact information for a counselor to return a call to you as soon as possible. The consultation is available at no cost to you due to generous donor support and will be with a licensed or pastoral counseling specialist. In Canada, book your appointment by calling 1-800-661-9800 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) and ask to speak with the care associate.

Other Mental Health Concerns

Sometimes, we experience thoughts and feelings that are too much for us to handle on our own, even by praying and reading the Bible. But God wants to help us in lots of ways, including through other people such as medical and mental health professionals.

*You can request a conversation with Focus on the Family’s Counseling Department by calling 1-855-771-HELP (4357) weekdays from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Mountain Time), or by completing their Counseling Consultation Request Form. Please be prepared to leave your contact information for a counselor to return a call to you as soon as possible. The consultation is available at no cost to you due to generous donor support and will be with a licensed or pastoral counseling specialist. In Canada, book your appointment by calling 1-800-661-9800 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) and ask to speak with the care associate.

Abuse

*If you or someone you know is suffering from abuse, and especially if your situation is potentially life-threatening, call 911 (or the emergency number for your area) or go to the local hospital emergency room right away. If you need help doing this, who is a trusted person you can reach out to?

*If you are not in immediate danger but need someone to talk to about hurts you have experienced or are currently experiencing, you can request a conversation with Focus on the Family’s Counseling Department by calling 1-855-771-HELP (4357) weekdays from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Mountain Time), or by completing their Counseling Consultation Request Form. Please be prepared to leave your contact information for a counselor to return a call to you as soon as possible. The consultation is available at no cost to you due to generous donor support and will be with a licensed or pastoral counseling specialist. In Canada, book your appointment by calling 1-800-661-9800 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) and ask to speak with the care associate.