Crisis lines, treatment finders, and support for people with borderline personality disorder and their families. Every listing links to the organization's own page.
Verified public resources
988 Lifeline · United States · 24/7 · free and confidential
Call, text, or chat with a caring counselor any time, for yourself or someone you care about. You do not have to be suicidal to reach out.
Text 988 · chat at 988lifeline.org
Spanish: press 2 or text AYUDA to 988. TTY (teletypewriter) users: dial 711 then 988.
911 · United States · life-threatening situations
In a life-threatening situation, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Crisis Text Line · United States · 24/7 · free and confidential
Free, 24/7 support by text with a live volunteer crisis counselor.
Text HOME to 741741
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration · United States · 24/7 · English and Spanish
Free, confidential information service for people and families facing mental or substance use disorders, with referrals to local treatment, support groups, and community organizations.
Text your ZIP code to 435748 (HELP4U) for nearby options. TTY: 1-800-487-4889.
SAMHSA · United States · online locator
SAMHSA's confidential, anonymous locator for mental health and substance use treatment.
DBT-Linehan Board of Certification · Directory of certified dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) clinicians and programs
The board certifies clinicians and programs that deliver dialectical behavior therapy in line with its standards, and lists them for the public.
National Institute of Mental Health · United States
NIMH's guide to getting help for yourself, a friend, or a family member, including immediate help, finding a provider, and knowing if a provider is right for you.
National Alliance on Mental Illness · United States · information and support
Call, text, or email NAMI for information and support, including questions about borderline personality disorder.
Text NAMI to 62640
In a crisis, call or text 988.
BPD Alliance · Free · mostly online · for adults supporting a loved one 13 or older
A free program for family members and loved ones of someone with borderline personality disorder traits or ongoing trouble regulating emotions. It blends education, skills based on dialectical behavior therapy, and peer support.
Your loved one does not need a formal diagnosis.
National Alliance on Mental Illness · United States · local affiliates
Guidance for family members and caregivers, and a way to connect with a local NAMI affiliate.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) · Veterans, service members, and their loved ones · 24/7
Free, confidential crisis support 24/7 for veterans and their loved ones. You do not have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to connect.
Text 838255
The Trevor Project · Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ+) young people · 24/7 · free and confidential
Free, confidential counseling for LGBTQ+ young people by phone, text, or chat, 24/7/365.
Text START to 678-678
National Institute of Mental Health · Free brochure
Signs and symptoms, causes, diagnosis, co-occurring conditions, treatment, and how to help a loved one.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration · Health information
Causes, signs and symptoms, and treatment, with links to help finding care.
MedlinePlus · National Library of Medicine
A short encyclopedia article on causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and outlook.
National Alliance on Mental Illness · Nonprofit education
Symptoms, causes, treatment, and tips for helping yourself and a family member or friend.
National Institute for Health and Care Excellence · Recommendations for clinicians
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guideline on recognizing and managing borderline personality disorder, including its advice on psychological treatment, medicines, and crises.
American Psychiatric Association · Recommendations for clinicians
The American Psychiatric Association (APA) practice guideline on assessing and treating borderline personality disorder, with the full guideline and resources.
ClinicalTrials.gov · Recruiting studies
Search studies that are looking for volunteers, then add your city or ZIP code to find ones nearby. Our Treatments page lists the recruiting studies with sites in the United States. Talk with a provider about whether a study fits you.
National Institute of Mental Health · Research studies
What clinical trials are, whether they are safe, and how to find and sign up for one. A listing is not a recommendation; talk with a provider about whether a study fits.
A note on scope
These links are public starting points, mostly for U.S. residents. Services, hours, and eligibility can change; check with the organization directly.
