Hotlines to call if you or a friend is feeling overwhelmed by stress, sadness or something else. In an emergency, always call .

Crisis Link
703-527-4077 or 1-800-273-TALK
Crisis Link guarantees a listening ear, 24-hours a day, to teens who want someone to talk to who will listen without judgment. All calls are free.

Arlington Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment Services
703-228-1560
If you call, a counselor will listen to your concerns, provide you with information about mental health issues and refer you to help if necessary.

Arlington Mental Health Emergency Services
(24-Hour Emergency Line: 703-228-4256)

Arlington Public School Psychological Services
Who to contact at each school for help (from APS)

H-B Woodlawn - Greta Brendley
Gunston - Grace Santarelli
Jefferson - Lori Ockerman
Kenmore - Solange Caovan
Swanson - Melissa Deichmann
Williamsburg - Marjory Franklin

Wakefield - Dr. Barbara Holtz
Washington-Lee - Ricia Weiner
Yorktown - Greta Brendley
Arlington Mill - Lisa Styles-Rolle
Langston - Melissa Deichman