Behavioral Health Resources for American Indian and Alaska Native Communities

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The resources on the following pages are tailored to the unique behavioral health needs and experiences of Indigenous people and Tribal communities. Learn about promising practices and strategies to promote wellness and prevent and address behavioral health challenges.



Mental Health Resources for American Indian and Alaska Native Communities

Use these resources to educate yourself about mental and behavioral health.

Substance Use Resources for American Indian and Alaska Native Communities

Use these resources to educate yourself about substance use and how it can affect your mental and behavioral health. 



988 Crisis and Suicide Lifeline

Text or call 988 , or chat the 988 Lifeline (in English and en español), if you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis. 988 will connect you with trained crisis counselors who can offer compassionate care and support in multiple languages.

Call or Text 988

StrongHearts Native Helpline

Text or call 1-844-762-8483 or chat with a live advocate for 24/7 confidential and anonymous support on culturally-appropriate domestic and sexual violence.

Contact the StrongHearts Helpline

Mental Health and Substance Use National Helpline

Call 1-800-487-4889 (in English and en español) for free, confidential treatment referral and information service for mental health and substance use disorders.

Visit SAMHSA’s National Helpline

Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment Locator

The FindTreatment.gov search tool enables you to use your zip code to find a nearby provider or program based on your unique mental health or substance use needs.

Find Nearby Treatment

Maternal Mental Health Line

Text or call 1-833-852-6262 for support through all stages of pregnancy, with free, confidential access to professional counselors, real-time information, and support group referrals. Counselors provide support in English and en español.

Access Support