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 Virginia

50 verified psychiatric hospitals across 32 cities in Virginia. Each listing includes a direct phone number and, where available, address and service details.

Alexandria1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

Alexandria, VA · Fairfax County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Arlington1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Virginia Hospital Center

Arlington, VA · Arlington County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Burkeville1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Piedmont Geriatric Hospital

Burkeville, VA

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory & State Crisis Systems
Last verified:: May 16, 2026

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

Catawba1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

CATAWBA HOSPITAL

Catawba, VA · Roanoke city

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Chantilly1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

Connections Chantilly

Chantilly, VA · Fairfax County

Walk-in Telehealth

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory
Last verified:: May 15, 2026

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

Charlottesville2 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

UVA Health University Hospital

Charlottesville, VA

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory & State Crisis Systems
Last verified:: May 16, 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

Verified

University of Virginia Medical Center

Charlottesville, VA · Charlottesville City

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Christiansburg1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Carilion New River Valley Medical Center

Christiansburg, VA · Montgomery County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Clintwood1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Dickenson Community Hospital

Clintwood, VA · Dickenson County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Danville3 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

SOUTHERN VIRGINIA MENTAL HEALTH INSTITUTE

Danville, VA · Danville city

Walk-in

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

Southern Virginia MH Institute

Danville, VA · Pittsylvania County

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory
Last verified:: May 15, 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

Verified

Sovah Health Danville

Danville, VA · Danville city

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Dulles1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Stonesprings Hospital Center

Dulles, VA · Loudoun County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Emporia1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Bon Secours Southern Virginia Medical Center

Emporia, VA · Emporia City

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Falls Church3 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

DOMINION HOSPITAL

Falls Church, VA · Fairfax city

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: May 17, 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

Verified

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Falls Church, VA · Fairfax County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute

Falls Church, VA · Fairfax city

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Fishersville1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Augusta Health

Fishersville, VA · Augusta County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Fredericksburg2 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Snowden at Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg, VA

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory & State Crisis Systems
Last verified:: May 16, 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

Verified

Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center

Fredericksburg, VA · Spotsylvania County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Hopewell1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

John Randolph Medical Center

Hopewell, VA · Hopewell City

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Kilmarnock1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Rappahannock General Hospital

Kilmarnock, VA · Lancaster County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Leesburg2 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Inova Loudoun Hospital

Leesburg, VA · Loudoun County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Psychiatric Hospital

North Spring Behavioral Healthcare

Leesburg, VA

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory & State Crisis Systems
Last verified:: May 16, 2026

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

Low Moor1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Lewisgale Hospital Alleghany

Low Moor, VA · Alleghany County

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Lynchburg1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Centra Health - Lynchburg Gen Hospital

Lynchburg, VA · Lynchburg City

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Manassas1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Novant Prince William Medical Center

Manassas, VA · Manassas City

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Marion1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

SOUTHWESTERN VIRGINIA MENTAL HEALTH INSTITUTE

Marion, VA · Smyth County

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Norfolk3 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

Childrens Pavilion

Norfolk, VA · Norfolk city

Culturally Specific Telehealth Sliding Scale

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory
Last verified:: May 15, 2026

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

Psychiatric Hospital

Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health

Norfolk, VA

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory & State Crisis Systems
Last verified:: May 16, 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

Verified

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

Norfolk, VA · Norfolk city

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Petersburg2 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Central State Hospital

Petersburg, VA

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory & State Crisis Systems
Last verified:: May 16, 2026

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

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

POPLAR SPRINGS HOSPITAL

Petersburg, VA · Petersburg city

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Pulaski1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Lewisgale Hospital Pulaski

Pulaski, VA · Pulaski County

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Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Richmond6 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Cjw Medical Center

Richmond, VA · Richmond city

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 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

Verified

Henrico Doctors' Hospital

Richmond, VA · Henrico County

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Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 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

Verified

Medical College of Virginia Hospitals

Richmond, VA · Richmond city

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Psychiatric Hospital

Tucker Pavilion

Richmond, VA

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory & State Crisis Systems
Last verified:: May 16, 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

VCU Health Adult Inpatient Psychiatry

Richmond, VA

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory & State Crisis Systems
Last verified:: May 16, 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

VCU Medical Center

Richmond, VA

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory & State Crisis Systems
Last verified:: May 16, 2026

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

Roanoke1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Carilion Medical Center

Roanoke, VA · Roanoke city

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Salem1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Lewisgale Medical Center

Salem, VA · Salem City

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Staunton2 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Commonwealth Center for Children and Adolescents

Staunton, VA

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory & State Crisis Systems
Last verified:: May 16, 2026

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

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

WESTERN STATE HOSPITAL

Staunton, VA · Staunton city

Walk-in

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Suffolk1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Sentara Obici Hospital

Suffolk, VA · Suffolk City

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Virginia Beach2 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

Virginia Beach, VA · Virginia Beach city

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

VIRGINIA BEACH PSYCHIATRIC CENTER

Virginia Beach, VA · Virginia Beach city

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Williamsburg2 facilities

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

Eastern State Hospital

Williamsburg, VA · James City County

Culturally Specific Walk-in Telehealth

About This Listing

Data source:: SAMHSA National Behavioral Health Directory
Last verified:: May 15, 2026

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

Psychiatric Hospital

Verified

THE PAVILION AT WILLIAMSBURG PLACE

Williamsburg, VA · James City County

About This Listing

Data source:: State Crisis System
Last verified:: May 17, 2026

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

Winchester1 facility

Psychiatric Hospital

Hospital with Psychiatric Unit

Verified

Winchester Medical Center

Winchester, VA · Winchester City

About This Listing

Data source:: Verified by Echobridge Health
Last verified:: May 17, 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 Virginia

Hotlines

4 listings

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6 listings

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