Cameron and Elk Counties

Crisis Intervention

Crisis Intervention Services

Telephone, Chat, and Text Crisis Services

24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Mobile Crisis Services

24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What is Crisis Intervention?

  • Crisis Intervention provides mental health intervention, assessment, support, screening, and referral services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

  • Services are available for anyone who calls, chats, texts, or requests a Crisis Specialist to come to their home, school, or community.

  • Follow-up support and referrals are available to other community providers if needed.

What is Crisis Intervention Like?

  • You will be greeted by a trained Crisis Specialist in-person or over the phone.

  • The Crisis Specialist will assess the situation and determine your level of need.

  • If you need immediate care, the Crisis Specialist will find a hospital or facility close to you.

  • The Crisis Specialist will provide a safe space to actively listen and create a plan for future needs.

  • The Crisis Specialist will connect you to community resources for your situation.

  • The Crisis Specialist will offer voluntary follow-up contacts to see if you are in need of any other resources or help.

All Crisis Intervention services are free and confidential.

Crisis Intervention Services are an initiative of
Cameron Elk Behavioral and Developmental Program.