Mental Health & Substance Use/Abuse Resources
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1.
Howard Community College Resources
Currently enrolled HCC students are eligible for individual counseling at no cost. Counseling services can help you cope with a variety of challenges. Learn more about setting up on-campus appointments at the Mental Health Counseling Center.
The Student Assistance Program (SAP) — provided by Uwill — provides you with a FREE, confidential, 24/7 immediate access to teletherapy, a direct crisis connection, and wellness programming to manage life's challenges and stay happy, healthy, and safe while in school. For more information, please click here.
Howard County Resources
Howard County has several FREE resources to assist and support you and your family, 24/7.
- Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center: 6700 Freetown Road, Columbia, MD 21044; 410-531-6677; grassrootscrisis.org
- Mental health walk-in hours: 24/7
- Walk-in hours for substance abuse: 11 a.m.–7 p.m. daily
- Crisis Textline: text HOME to 741741; crisistextline.org
- National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 988: If you're in emotional distress or suicidal, crisis help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Simply text, or call, 988. You are not alone. If it's an emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. If you believe that someone else is in danger of suicide and you have their contact information, contact campus safety (443-518-5555) or 911 for immediate help. You can also encourage the person to contact the suicide prevention hotline at 988.
- National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI): NAMI Howard County services residents across Howard County with free mental health support, online groups, resources, and education. Visit their website or call 410-772-9300.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline: Confidential, free help from public health agencies to find substance use treatment and information. For assistance, call 800-662-HELP (4357) or visit their website.
Maryland Addiction's Recovery Center (MARC): MARC helps individuals, families, and communities suffering from addiction by providing the support necessary for sustainable, long-term recovery that allows patients the opportunity to achieve a purpose-driven, high-quality life. Visit their website to learn more.
- Special keyword for students of color: Text STEVE to 741741
- The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+): 866-488-7386
- Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
- National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-HOPE (4673) and online chat online at rainn.org