emergency + crisis resources

Your safety and wellbeing are important to us. While Embody + Mind Collective does not provide crisis services, we want you to have access to immediate help when you need it. Below, you’ll find a list of trusted national and local crisis support resources, as well as organizations offering specialized care for perinatal mental health and emotional support.

Immediate Crisis Support
  • If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline:
Crisis Text Line:

SAMHSA National Helpline (Substance Use & Mental Health):

Chicago-Based Resources

NAMI Chicago Helpline:

Chicago Domestic Violence Help Line:

Chicago Rape Crisis Hotline (YWCA):

Illinois Warm Line (for emotional support, not crisis):

City of Chicago Mental Health Centers:
  • Low-cost and sliding-scale options available

Northwest Indiana-Based Resources

Regional Mental Health – Emergency Services:

St. Jude House – Domestic Violence Shelter & Services:

Geminus Crisis Services (Child & Family Services):

Perinatal & Postpartum Mental Health Resources

Postpartum Support International (PSI):

Northwestern Perinatal Depression Program (Chicago):

Northwest Indiana Center for Maternal Wellness (Crown Point, IN)

Non-Emergency Support & Warm Lines

For emotional support when you’re not in crisis but still need someone to talk to:

Illinois Warm Line:

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S.):
  • 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS (1-833-943-5746) – 24/7 support for pregnant and postpartum individuals

Trans Lifeline:

The Trevor Project (for LGBTQ+ youth):

Willow House

Lilac Tree

Need Help Navigating Care?
We know it can be overwhelming to figure out where to start. If you need support finding a provider, postpartum group, or therapist for ongoing care—not emergency response—feel free to contact us. While we can’t provide crisis support, we’re here to help you find the right path forward.