Mental Health Emergencies

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, the following resources are available.

24/7 Crisis Support Line

When you want to talk to someone right away, you can call our crisis line, any time, day or night, for confidential support.

Contact The Line, 24/7, at 504-264-6074.

On-Campus Support

Same-Day CAPS Consultations

CAPS offers same-day consultations during normal business hours for students who need to speak to someone right away. To request a same-day consultation, call 504-314-2277 and let the patient representative know you'd like to be seen as soon as possible.

Student Resources and Support Services (SRSS)

When you encounter a challenge and don't know who to turn to, call SRSS. During business hours, you can call SRSS at 504-314-2160. If the situation is urgent, you may contact a 24/7 professional staff on-call at 504-920-9900.

Toll Free National Crisis Hotlines

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: You can now access this resource by dialing 988 or you can also use the old number, 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

The National Grad Crisis Line: 1-877-472-3457

Trevor Project LGBTQ Lifeline: 1-866-488-7386

RAINN Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

Domestic Violence National Hotline: 1-800-799-7233