Behavioral Health

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Information

Mental Health Services

Mental health care is for both adults and children. This care helps when you feel depressed or anxious. 

If you need help, or someone from your family needs help, call:

The D.C. Department of Mental Health Hotline at (888) 793-4357, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Services for alcohol or other drug problems

Problems with alcohol or other drugs are dangerous to your health and can be dangerous to the health of people around you.  It is important to go to the doctor if you need help with these problems call APRA directly at (202) 727-8857.