Crisis Resources
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911 now or go to the nearest emergency room. If you are thinking about suicide, worried you may hurt yourself or someone else, or need immediate emotional support, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Newtown Family Therapy is not a crisis response service. We do not provide 24/7 emergency care or immediate crisis intervention through our website, phone, email, or appointment request form.
Get Help Now
Emergency / Immediate DangerCall 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Suicide & Crisis LifelineCall or text 988 for free, confidential crisis support.
Connecticut Mobile Crisis for Children and TeensCall 211, then press 1 for “crisis.”
Danbury Hospital Crisis LineCall 203-739-7799 for crisis support serving Newtown and the surrounding area.
What To Do Right Now
If there is immediate danger, do not wait for a therapy appointment or a return phone call. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. If you are supporting someone in crisis:
1) Stay with them if it is safe to do so. Move away from weapons, medications, or other items that could be used for harm. Speak calmly and simply.
2) Call 911, 988, or 211 + press 1 for crisis depending on the situation.
3) Do not leave a person alone if you believe they may harm themselves or someone else.
Additional Connecticut & National Resources
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
National Domestic Violence HotlineCall 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 8878.
Veterans Crisis LineCall 988, then press 1, or text 838255.
SAMHSA National HelplineCall 1-800-662-4357 for treatment referral and information (24/7).
Local Emergency Care Near Newtown
Danbury Hospital Emergency Department
24 Hospital Avenue, Danbury, CT 06810
Call: (203) 739-8100
St. Vincent's Medical Center Emergency2800 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06606
Call: (203) 576-6000
When to call 911If someone needs immediate medial help, cannot stay safe, or you are unsure how to get them to an emergency room, call 911 rather than driving on your own.
Need to Reach Our Practice?
For non-urgent questions about therapy, scheduling, or starting care with Newtown Family Therapy, please use the options below. We are not a crisis response service and cannot provide immediate emergency support through our office.
Important: Messages and appointment requests are reviewed during regular business hours. If you are in crisis or need immediate help, call 911, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), or use the emergency and hotline resources above instead of waiting for a reply from our office.
