If someone is in immediate physical danger, call 911.
For suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, substance-use crisis, or mental health crisis, call or text 988.
Editorial starting points for common youth mental health needs in North Texas. Each board lists searches inside this directory and reviewed external resources. Order is editorial—programs do not pay to appear on a board.
Post-discharge PHP and IOP starting points
Programs to consider after a hospital discharge that need step-down care. Confirm clinical fit, insurance, and availability directly with each program.
Neutral ordering; not paid placement. Last reviewed: 2026-05-25.
National federal directory; useful when local options are limited.
Eating disorder resources
Programs in the directory with eating disorder focus, plus external information lines and finders. Eating disorder care often needs medical and psychiatric coordination—call each program.
Neutral ordering; not paid placement. External links reviewed quarterly. Last reviewed: 2026-05-25.
Use these resources when safety is the priority. ViableMHR is not emergency care. If someone is in immediate physical danger, call 911. For mental health or substance use crisis, call or text 988.
Listing order on each board is editorial and is not influenced by payment. No program pays to appear on a board. External links are reviewed at least quarterly.
