How Do I Access Help Now?

There are resources available 24 hours, 7 days a week for youth experiencing depression, suicidal thoughts or other behavioral crises. Through Loudoun County Mental Health, Substance Abuse, and Developmental Services, help is available at 703-777-0320 for youth experiencing an immediate and severe emotional crisis. The Crisis Intervention Team Assessment Center, located at 102 Heritage Way, Leesburg, Virginia, is open from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily, and mental health professionals are available for anyone in crisis. Non-emergency appointments can be made at 703-771-5100.

Additionally, all Loudoun County emergency rooms can assess for suicide risk and make recommendations for appropriate follow-up care:

StoneSprings Pediatric ER
24440 Stone Springs Blvd.
Dulles, VA 20166
571-349-4000

Inova Virts Miller Family Emergency and Trauma Center
Inova Loudoun Hospital 44045 Riverside Parkway Leesburg, VA 20176
703-858-6040

Inova Children’s Emergency Room at Loudoun Hospital
44045 Riverside Parkway Leesburg, VA 20176
703-858-6048

Wheeler Family Emergency Department
224 Cornwall St. Leesburg, VA 20176
703-737-7520

Inova HealthPlex – Ashburn
22505 Landmark Court Ashburn, VA 20148
571-612-6400

Also, there are free, confidential 24/7 supports available:

• PRS CrisisLink: 703-527-4077 or text "CONNECT" to 855-11

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-TALK (8255)

  • SAMHSA National Helpline: 800-662-HELP (4357)

  • Children's Regional Crisis Response (CR2): 844-NCrisis (627-4747) in English and Espanol

  • Hopeline: Chat or call 800-784-2433

  • In an emergency, call 911 and ask for a Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) deputy or officer.