Link4Help (link4help.org) is a free mental health crisis resource directory created by Echobridge Health, LLC. It provides access to 3,400+ verified crisis centers, psychiatric hospitals, crisis hotlines, and mobile crisis teams across all 50 US states and Washington, DC. Link4Help helps people find immediate mental health support by searching by city, ZIP code, or state. The official website is link4help.org.

Is Link4Help the same as Link4Help.com?

No. Link4Help is exclusively at link4help.org. The official Link4Help mental health crisis resource directory is operated by Echobridge Health, LLC and is only available at link4help.org. Any other domain is not affiliated with Link4Help.

What is a mental health crisis center?

A mental health crisis center is a facility that provides immediate, walk-in emergency psychiatric evaluation, crisis stabilization, and short-term treatment. No appointment or referral is needed. Crisis centers are staffed by licensed mental health professionals available 24/7.

How do I find a crisis center near me?

Use Link4Help to search by city, ZIP code, or state. You can also call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) for immediate assistance and local referrals, or text HOME to 741741 to reach the Crisis Text Line.

Is Link4Help free to use?

Yes, Link4Help is completely free. There are no fees, no subscriptions, and no insurance required to use our directory. Many of the facilities listed also offer free or reduced-cost services.

What is the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline?

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free, confidential support 24/7 for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call or text 988 from any phone in the United States.

What is a mobile crisis team?

A mobile crisis team is a group of licensed mental health professionals who respond to psychiatric emergencies in the community. They come to your home, school, workplace, or other safe location to provide on-site crisis assessment and intervention as an alternative to the emergency room.

What should I do in a mental health emergency?

If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. For crisis support, call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or text HOME to 741741. Use Link4Help to find the nearest crisis center, psychiatric hospital, or mobile crisis team in your area.

Where can I go for a mental health crisis without insurance?

Many crisis centers and community mental health centers offer free or reduced-cost crisis services regardless of insurance status. Crisis stabilization units, mobile crisis teams, and the 988 Lifeline are all free. Use Link4Help to find free crisis resources near you — filter by your city or state to see facilities that accept walk-ins without insurance.

What happens when you go to a crisis center?

When you arrive at a crisis center, a licensed mental health professional will perform a psychiatric evaluation to assess your safety and needs. You may receive crisis counseling, medication management, and a safety plan. Most visits last a few hours, though crisis stabilization units can provide short-term stays of up to 72 hours. No appointment or referral is needed.

Can I walk into a psychiatric hospital?

Yes. Most psychiatric hospitals with emergency departments accept walk-in patients experiencing a mental health crisis. You do not need a referral or prior authorization. If you are unsure where to go, call 988 for guidance or use Link4Help to find psychiatric hospitals near you that accept walk-ins.

How do I get help for someone in a mental health crisis?

If someone you know is in crisis: 1) Call 911 if they are in immediate danger. 2) Call 988 to speak with a crisis counselor who can advise you. 3) Request a mobile crisis team through your local crisis center — they come to the person's location. 4) Stay with the person and remove access to any means of self-harm. Use Link4Help to find mobile crisis teams in your area.

Are mobile crisis teams free?

Yes. Mobile crisis teams are generally free to the person receiving services. They are typically funded through state Medicaid programs, federal grants, and community mental health block grants. A mobile crisis team will come to your home, school, or other safe location to provide on-site crisis assessment and intervention.

What is the difference between calling 988 and 911 for a mental health crisis?

Call 911 when there is immediate physical danger or a medical emergency. Call or text 988 for mental health crisis support — it connects you to trained crisis counselors who specialize in mental health and suicide prevention. 988 can also dispatch mobile crisis teams in many areas, providing a mental-health-specific alternative to law enforcement.

Is a crisis stabilization unit the same as an emergency room?

No. A crisis stabilization unit (CSU) specializes exclusively in mental health crises, while a hospital emergency room handles all types of medical emergencies. CSUs offer a calmer environment with psychiatric specialists, typically allow stays of up to 23-72 hours, and are often free. For non-life-threatening mental health crises, a CSU is usually a better option than an ER.

If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or 988Text HOME to 741741

Psychiatric Hospitals in South Carolina

35 verified psychiatric hospitals across 20 cities in South Carolina. Each listing includes a direct phone number and, where available, address and service details.

Aiken Anderson Beaufort Camden Charleston Columbia Conway Florence Greenville Greer Ladson Lancaster Myrtle Beach Orangeburg Rock Hill Spartanburg Sumter Travelers Rest Walterboro West Columbia

Aiken2 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

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Aiken Regional Medical Center

Aiken, SC · Aiken County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

Aurora Pavilion Behavioral Hlth Servs

Aiken, SC · Aiken County

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Anderson2 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

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Anmed Health

Anderson, SC · Anderson County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

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PATRICK B HARRIS PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL

Anderson, SC · Anderson County

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Beaufort1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

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Beaufort County Memorial Hospital

Beaufort, SC · Beaufort County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Camden1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

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Kershawhealth

Camden, SC · Kershaw County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Charleston3 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

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Musc Medical Center

Charleston, SC · Charleston County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

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PALMETTO LOWCOUNTRY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Charleston, SC · Charleston County

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

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Trident Medical Center

Charleston, SC · Charleston County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Columbia5 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

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G WERBER BRYAN PSYCH HOSP

Columbia, SC · Richland County

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

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G Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital

Columbia, SC · Richland County

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

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G Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital - Forensic

Columbia, SC · Richland County

Culturally Specific

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

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Prisma Health Baptist

Columbia, SC · Richland County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

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Prisma Health Richland Hospital

Columbia, SC · Richland County

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Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Conway1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

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LIGHTHOUSE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH HOSPITAL

Conway, SC · Horry County

Walk-in

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Florence1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

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McLeod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee

Florence, SC · Florence County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Greenville4 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

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Marshall I Pickens Hospital

Greenville, SC · Greenville County

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

Marshall I Pickens Hospital - Greenville Memorial Medical Campus

Greenville, SC · Greenville County

Walk-in

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

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Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital

Greenville, SC · Greenville County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Prisma Health Marshall I. Pickens Hospital

Greenville, SC

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory & State Crisis Systems
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Greer2 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

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CAROLINA CTR FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH,THE

Greer, SC · Greenville County

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

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Carolina Center for Behavioral Health

Greer, SC · Greenville County

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Ladson1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Live Oak Mental Health and Wellness

Ladson, SC

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory & State Crisis Systems
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Lancaster3 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

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Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center

Lancaster, SC · Lancaster County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

REBOUND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Lancaster, SC · Lancaster County

Walk-in

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

Rebound Behavioral Health Hospital

Lancaster, SC · Lancaster County

Culturally Specific Walk-in

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Myrtle Beach1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Grand Strand Regional Medical Center

Myrtle Beach, SC · Horry County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Orangeburg2 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

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William J McCord

Orangeburg, SC · Calhoun County

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Psychiatric Hospital

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William J McCord - Adolescent Treatment Facility

Orangeburg, SC · Calhoun County

Youth Telehealth Sliding Scale

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Rock Hill1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Piedmont Medical Center

Rock Hill, SC · York County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Spartanburg1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Spartanburg Medical Center

Spartanburg, SC · Spartanburg County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Sumter1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

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Midlands Behavioral Health HSP

Sumter, SC · Sumter County

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Travelers Rest1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

SPRINGBROOK BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SYSTEM

Travelers Rest, SC · Greenville County

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Walterboro1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Colleton Medical Center

Walterboro, SC · Colleton County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

West Columbia1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

THREE RIVERS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

West Columbia, SC · Lexington County

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: September 22, 2026

This listing is for informational purposes only. Always call ahead to confirm availability. In an emergency, call 988 or 911.

Other Resource Types in South Carolina

Hotlines

1 listings

Mobile Crisis Services

5 listings

Crisis Centers

5 listings

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