Emergency Phone Numbers

The counseling staff works on an appointment basis, but in most instances, counselors should be able to respond to a mental health emergency during those hours. If a particularly urgent situation (e.g., suicidal thoughts, sexual assault) presents itself during office hours, a student can contact our office and inform the staff assistant of the need for immediate attention.  We will then make every effort to respond promptly.  Unfortunately, crisis situations do not always occur during the work hours of our staff. 

Counseling and Psychological Services  (M-Th, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m ; F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m) — 717 948 6025
Note: Limited staff are in the office; all other staff available remotely M - F 8:00 a.m to 5 p.m.

24/7/365 options for crisis situations include:

  • 911

  • Penn State Crisis Line — 877 229 6400

  • Crisis Text Line — Text LIONS to 741741

  • Trevor Project (LGBTQ specific)

    • TrevorLifeline 1-866-488-7386

    • TrevorText- Text START to 678-678

  • International Help Center: Suicide Stop

  • PSH Police and Safety Services — 717 979 7976

  • Dauphin County Crisis Intervention — 717 232 7511

  • YWCA/Rape Crisis & Domestic Violence Services — 717 238 7273

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline — 800 273 TALK

  • Veterans’ Crisis Line — 800 273 TALK