If you are currently having a medical or psychiatric emergency or are unable to stay safe, please call , 911, or Campus Safety at (408) 554-4444, or go to the nearest ER for immediate help. Otherwise, please see below for information about suicide prevention resources.
988
Call from anywhere in the U.S. for 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related or emotional distress, including thoughts of suicide. You can call or text 988 or chat for yourself or if you are worried about a friend who may need crisis support.
International Suicide Hotlines
If you or someone you know is suicidal, call one of the numbers that is listed on this webpage. If someone is in IMMEDIATE danger, please call your local emergency number (e.g. 988 in the US).
CAPS Crisis Appointments
Students experiencing a psychological emergency鈥攕uch as thoughts of suicide, hallucinations, or being the victim of a sexual assault鈥攎ay request a crisis appointment by calling (408) 554-4501. Students in crisis are seen the same day, typically within the hour. Appointments are available Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
CAPS 24/7
Need to talk to a therapist now? Get 24/7 support at (408) 554-5220 (U.S.), or +44 20 8987 6588 (International). You鈥檒l speak with a licensed mental health counselor who will listen, offer guidance, and help you set a plan.
QPR
Providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training to save lives and reduce suicidal behaviors. Trainings are free for all faculty staff, and students to become a "QPR Gatekeeper" and comes with a certification.