National Resources
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Adolescence can be a time of great change and challenge. The following are resources geared toward enhancing the overall health and resiliency of our teens. These links are provided solely for informational purposes. Inclusion on this list does not indicate affiliation with or endorsement by Barrington 220.
Crisis Hotlines and Text lines
Although a crisis or text line can provide support and direction they are not designed to provide the ongoing level of support which can be provided within a counseling relationship with a qualified mental health provider. Please consider increasing your child's support through assessment and counseling if they are in the position of utilizing a crisis line.
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-SUICIDE or 1-800-273-TALK
- Crisis Text Line: 741 741
Emergency Assistance
Call 911 or go to your nearest hospital emergency room in the event of an emergency.
Links:
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- Anxiety and Depression Association of America
- Autism Society of America
- National Alliance on Mental Illness
- National Institute of Mental Health
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Local Resources:
- Amita Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health
- Barrington Youth and Family Service
- Barrington Adult Counseling Service
- FAIR Counseling - Families and Adolescents in Recovery (FAIR)
- Family Service Association of Greater Elgin Area
- Hospice of Northeastern Illinois/Center for Loss & Hope
- National Alliance on Mental Illness/Illinois
- OMNI Youth Services
- Rosecrance -Adolescent Substance Abuse and Mental Health Support
- Samaritan Counseling Center of the Northwest Suburbs
- Shelter, Inc.
- Streamwood Behavioral Health
- Willow House
Resources for Wellness, Mindfulness and Resiliency:
- Greater Good Science Center (University of California - Berkeley)
- Growth Mindset
- Positive Psychology - Building on Strengths (University of Pennsylvania)
- The Benefits of Mindful Meditation for Student-Athletes
Mindfulness Apps:
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-SUICIDE or 1-800-273-TALK
