Crisis Resources
During school hours (8:00 AM-3:00 PM), West High counselors are available to help students experiencing an emotional crisis. Please stop by or call the counseling office so we can help you get connected with the help you need. If you are not able to reach your counselor (do not leave a voicemail or send an email - make sure you talk with someone), use the resources below.
- Call 911 for emergencies
- Tennessee Statewide Crisis Hotline 1-855-CRISIS-1 or 1-855 (274-7471)
- Youth Villages Specialized Crisis Services 1-866-791-9224 (under age 18)
- Cherokee Health Systems Crisis Line 1-800-826-6881 (adults 18 & up)
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- Chat on-line National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
- Crisis Text Line -- Text TN to 741-741
Helpful websites:
- Suicide Prevention Lifeline
- Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network
- Love is Louder
- Jason Foundation
- Cornell Self-Injury and Recovery Resources
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention