South Whitehall Township, PA

At the South Whitehall Township Police Department, we recognize that mental health is a critical part of overall well-being. Whether you or someone you care about is struggling with mental health challenges, support is available. Below is a list of local and national resources to guide individuals and families to the help they need.

In a Mental Health Crisis

• Emergency: If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911.
• Lehigh County Crisis Intervention: 610-782-3127
• Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
• Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1)
  🔗 VeteransCrisisLine.net

Local Mental Health Services

• Lehigh County Mental Health:
  Offers outpatient services and assistance, especially for those without insurance.
  📞 Call Information & Referral: 610-782-3200
  🔗 Visit Lehigh County Mental Health
• Mental Health Services Map:
  A step-by-step visual guide to accessing mental health services.
  🔗 View the Mental Health Services Map (PDF)

Peer & Community Support

• Peer Run Warmline:
  A 24/7 confidential support line staffed by trained mental health consumers.
  📞 Call: 1-833-899-1331
• NAMI Lehigh Valley:
  Support, education, and advocacy for individuals and families facing mental illness.
  🔗 Visit NAMI Lehigh Valley

Support for Teens and Youth

• TeenCentral by KidsPeace:
  A free and anonymous online resource for teens seeking guidance.
  🔗 Visit TeenCentral
• LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Hotline:
  📞 Call: 1-866-488-7386 (Trevor Lifeline)
  🔗 Visit The Trevor Project

For Suicide Loss Survivors

Lehigh County L.O.S.S. Team:
Compassionate outreach and support for those recently bereaved by suicide.
🔗 Learn More about the L.O.S.S. Team

How to Find Treatment

If you are seeking mental health treatment:

• Contact your health insurance provider for in-network mental health professionals.
• If you do not have insurance, call Lehigh County Mental Health at 610-782-3200 for assistance with outpatient treatment.