Local Referrals
To make an appointment call 914-888-5150 or email CounselingCenter@mercy.edu
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Local Referrals
Information on resources in Westchester and the NYC area is listed below. We have provided information on 24/7 Hotlines, Counseling & Mental Health Services, LGBTQIA+ Resources, Social Services & Community Centers, Domestic Violence Resources, and Medical Centers. If the resource is underlined, it is linked to the appropriate website with more information.
If you require assistance in navigating the resources, you may email us at: CounselingCenter@mercy.edu
24/7 Crisis HotlinesÂ
Hotlines are free, confidential are easily accessible lines to speak to an unbiased, supportive counselor during times of crisis. One does not need to feel that they are immediately in danger in order to call although the responders are able to talk individuals through all situations. Numbers are listed below. It also may be helpful to store these numbers in your phone under contact names that you find helpful. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
National Suicide Prevention Hotline 
- 988
- Support for anyone feeling down, overwhelmed or having thoughts of self harm or death &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Crisis Text Line 
- Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 support &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Trevor Lifeline
- 1-866-488-7386 / TrevorText: 678-678
- A free, confidential hotline for all LGBTQ+ young people under 25 years of age.  &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
LifeStance Health
Mindful Care
Domestic Violence Hotlines
These numbers can be stored in your phone contacts, memorized, or written on other pieces of paper. It is important that you chose a way to remember these numbers that helps you to feel safe. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
National Domestic Violence Hotline 
- 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or online through chat services at  &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
- This hotline is for anyone affected by domestic violence- from those experiencing violence to their friends and family &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
New York State Domestic Violence Hotline 
- 1-800-621-4673 / 1-800-621- HOPE &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Substance Use Hotlines
- SAMSHA Hotline for treatment referrals and information &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
- 1-800-662- HELP (4357) &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
- Services are provided in English and Spanish, 24/7 for all individuals and/or family friends of those looking to address their substance use to discuss treatment options &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Go Ask Alice! | Columbia Health
- - (914) 949-7680
- - (914) 997-4081
- Behavioral Health Center/ Outpatient Therapy - (914) 997-4081 &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
- - (877) 702-4915
- - (914) 997-5220
-   - 914-222-3983
- - (914) 944-5250 &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
- - (212) 725-7850
-  (Multiple Locations) - (844) 434-2778
- - (212) 362-8755
- - 888-694-5700
- - (212) 746-6208
- Search for more through NYC WELL &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
- - (800) 518-7600
- - (718) 519-3440
-   - (718) 904-4414
- Accepts most insurances, including Medicaid. Sliding scale payments for individuals without insurance &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
- Search for more through NYC WELL &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
LGBTQIA+ Resources
- (914) 358-1006 - Community center for LGBTW youth and allies, ages 14-21 providing support groups, educational programs and more
- (914) 948-2932
- (914) 493-1753 - Individual, couples, family and group services
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- Events, Legal resources, safe havens, and more
- (866) 488-7386, 24/7 hotline for LGBTQ+ youth
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- Multiple locations - Comprehensive social services
- , Bronx location - (718) 215-1800
- - (646) 723-3325
- GED program, Healthcare, Career services, Housing, Drop in Center, and more
- - (718) 429-5309
- Health and Social Referral programs, Events, Workshops, and more
- - (212) 222-3427
- Housing, Supportive Services
- - (212) 271-7200
- - (212) 243-8181
- Mental Health services and referrals, Walk-In Center
- - (212) 620-7310
- Advocacy, Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Arts, Entertainment, Events, Community
- - (212) 941-9090
- Check website for appropriate extensions for each service
- Counseling, Food & Nutrition Services, Art Classes, Legal Services, Housing, and more
- - (212) 367-1000
- Healthcare, HIV/AIDS prevention and care, Mental Health, Legal Services and more
- - (646) 240-4288
- Text Helpline - (212) 463-0629
- - Shelters and Food Pantries in NYC - (212) 629-7440
- Emergency Shelter for LGBTQIA individuals 21 and younger
Domestic Violence Resources
Domestic Violence Hotlines
(800) 621-HOPE (4673) – Safe Horizons NYC 24/7 Hotline
(800) 799-SAFE (7233) – National Domestic Violence 24/7 Hotline
NYS Coalition Against Domestic Violence:
- English - (800) 942-6906
- Spanish - (800) 942-6908
- - (800) 298-7233
- Housing, counseling services, legal services, and more
- - (845) 628-2166
- - (855) 827-2255 &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
- Hotline, crisis services, counseling, safety planning, and more
-   - (800) 621-4673
- Hotlines, mental health services, legal services, housing and more
- Search for more through NYC WELL &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
-   - 1 (800) 621-4673
- Hotlines, mental health services, legal services, housing and more
- Search for more through NYC WELL 
Medical Centers
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- Accepts individuals without insurance
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- Accepts individuals without insurance
- - (914) 493-7000
- New York City Free Clinic - (212) 206-5200 &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
- Works with individuals without insurance
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- Accepts individuals without insurance. Focuses on individuals in the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities.
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- Multiple locations
- Accepts individuals without insurance
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- Accepts individuals without insurance
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 - (347) 854-0170
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- Multiple locations
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Accepts individuals without insurance
Social Services & Community Centers
-  &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
- Search for more through NYC WELL 
- (212) 251-2500
-  (212) 582-9100
-  (212) 582-9100
- Search for more through NYC WELL &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Student Counseling Center Hours & Contact Information
The Student Counseling Center will be offering appointments in-person and virtually. Appointments are available Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Â鶹ÉçÇø has also partnered with , an online therapy platform for University students, with services available 7 days a week with evening and weekend appointments available.