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Emergency 911

If this is an emergency call 9-1-1.

The following is a partial list of the primary mental health and psychological emergencies that 911, police and Emergency Medical Services handle:

• Suicidal behavior: When there is evidence of intent or an immediate risk of suicide.
• Self-harming behavior: When there is evidence of intent or an immediate risk of physical harm.
• Strange, unusual or disorganized behavior: When there is behavior that may be dangerous or the result of a medical emergency or health problem.
• Violent behavior: When there has been violence or there is evidence of an immediate risk of violence.

Four County Crisis Response Team

Mental Health Crisis Services for Benton, Sherburne, Stearns, and Wright Counties

320-253-5555 or 1-800-635-8008
24 hours a day/7 days a week

The Four County Crisis Response Team is a group of trained responders who provide support and assistance to children and adults experiencing a mental health crisis. Call-in services include a crisis hotline, information and referrals, and a link to resources and support. If needed, they will travel to a home or a community location to de-escalate the situation and help the individual in crisis cope with immediate stressors.

Crisis Text Line

Text MN to 741741

Free 24/7 support at your fingertips from anywhere, anytime, about any type of crisis. A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from a secure online platform. The volunteer Crisis Counselor will help you move from a hot moment to a cool moment.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or Text 988
24 hours a day/7 days a week

Are you in crisis? Are you feeling desperate, alone or hopeless? 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) is a free hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

Minnesota Warmline ~ Peer Support Connection

Call or Text: 844-739-6369, 5:00pm to 9:00am

The Peer Support Connection Warmline of Minnesota is staffed by mental health consumers who provide support to peers by telephone. All phone calls are confidential, and callers remain anonymous. Warmline Support Specialists are trained to actively listen to their peers, empathize with their concerns and empower individuals to choose their path to wellness and recovery. If you'd like to talk to someone who truly understands your struggle and has "been there before" please call or text.

Crisis Nurseries (for children 0-12 years of age)

Benton & Stearns County: 320-654-1090

Sherburne County: 800-433-5239, 763-765-4000

Wright County: 320-406-8606

Temporary, voluntary, safe place for children for a few hours or up to 72 continuous hours of care.

Central Minnesota Mental Health Center: Open Access

Open Access is a program that allows an individual to walk in without an appointment to see a therapist for a Comprehensive Evaluation. This is service is currently being offered at the St. Cloud and Elk River offices on Tuesdays from 7:30am to 3pm and Thursdays 12pm to 3pm. This is for ages 14 and older. 

Central Minnesota Mental Health Center: Emergency Appointments

CMMHC provides a wide range of mental health and chemical dependency services. CMMHC offers Trauma Informed Care (TIC) scheduling in all five of their Outpatient Mental Health (OPMH) Services. TIC scheduling is a triage system, with the tier one being same day or next day appointments.

St. Cloud Office: 320-252-5010

Waite Park Office: 320-230-0611

Buffalo Office: 763-682-4400

Elk River Office: 763-441-3770

Monticello Office: 763-295-4001

Please call the to determine your crisis needs and availability. A variety of payment options are acceptable, including Private Insurance, Medical Assistance and Medicare. A sliding fee scale for those without insurance, based on ability to pay, may also be available.

United Way 2-1-1 (formerly First Call for Help)

Dial 2-1-1 or 1-800-543-7709
24 hours a day/7 days a week

United Way 2-1-1 is a free and confidential community helpline that helps people access information they need to navigate the ever increasing and complex array of human services.

Natural Supports

In times of stress and crisis, don’t forget to reach out to your community and natural supports. Natural supports are those people who are already around you—your family and friends, or a teacher, faith leader or doctor. They can help you through the tough times or support you while you work with a professional.