Emergencies

Crisis Response Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA): 833-222-2030 (this 24/7 phone line is staffed by clinicians who will help you).

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: DIAL 988 
FOR IMMEDIATE HELP 24/7, CALL 988 or 1-800-273-8255 (988 brings you to this number), or for life-threatening emergencies, dial 911.
TEXT "HOME" to 741-741 to connect to a counselor.

During Lesley University Counseling Center Hours: In a crisis, contact us at 617-349-8545. We do not provide emergency services outside of our regular hours of operation, such as nights and weekends.

Outside Lesley University Counseling Center Hours: For emergencies, call 911 and then call Lesley Public Safety at 617-349-8888. If you live on campus, you can call a Community Advisor. You can also go to a local hospital emergency room, such as Beth Israel Deaconess (Boston), Cambridge Health Alliance, or Mount Auburn Hospital (Cambridge).

Know your health insurance coverage for emergency services. Have your insurance card with you when you go to the hospital. Learn more about Student Health Insurance.

SOS for Higher Ed: Suicide Awareness Self-Guided Training for Students (click on the "Trainings" accordion below for details and the link).