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Giving teens hope together

As mental health challenges evolve, so do we; last year, Teen Lifeline expanded into Tucson, explored new forms of community engagement, and provided prevention services in nearly half of all school districts in the state.

Behind every number in our Impact Report is a story: a hotline conversation that saved a life, a parent who learned how to connect with their teen, a letter that reminded a recovering teen they matter. These life-changing moments—hundreds of them happening every day—ripple outward, creating lasting change that will be felt for generations to come. Dive into our 2024 Impact Report to see the real-world difference we’re making in the lives of Arizona’s youth.

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Call and Text Crisis Line: 602-248-8336 (TEEN)

Outside Maricopa, Call: 1-800-248-8336 (TEEN)

Our hours are: Call 24/7/365 | Text and Peer Counseling 3-9 p.m. daily

Saving teen lives with
a connection to hope

As Arizona’s only teen-to-teen crisis hotline, Teen Lifeline has been a crucial connection to hope for struggling teens for nearly 40 years.

Paired with youth development, suicide prevention education, Caring Contacts, and School ID Initiative programs, we’re making a world where all youth possess a sense of connectedness and hope for their future.

Every year, more and more teens reach out for help when they’re in crisis. In 2024 alone, we answered over 46,000 calls/texts on the hotline.

Learn More About Our Life-Saving Programs

Fostering resiliency takes all-around support—that’s why Teen Lifeline’s more than a hotline. We work with schools, communities, families, and teens to ensure everyone in a teen’s life is suicide aware.

School ID Initiative

School ID Initiative Including Teen Lifeline’s number on the back of school IDs and laptops connects Arizona teens to help and hope. Learn More

Mitch Warnock Act Trainings

Mitch Warnock Act Trainings These trainings satisfy the Mitch Warnock Act, which requires training for school personnel to recognize and respond to suicide risk. Learn More

Become a Peer Counselor

Become a Peer Counselor The peer counselors who answer the hotline are teens just like you. Explore and apply to our teen volunteer program. Learn More

Life Skills Development

Life Skills Development Teen volunteers undergo 72+ hours of training that prepares them to answer the hotline and handle challenges in their own lives. Learn More

Peer Counseling Hotline

Peer Counseling Hotline Teen Lifeline’s 24/7/365 peer-to-peer counseling hotline is an important connection of hope for teens across Arizona. Learn More

Prevention Services

Prevention Services Our masters-level clinicians work with schools and communities across Arizona to expand protective factors and reduce risk for teens. Learn More

Caring Contacts

Caring Contacts Teen peer counselors support teens who have been recently discharged from psychiatric facilities by sending them caring messages through phone calls, texts, care package, and letters. Learn More

Read Our Success Stories

Everyone our services reach is important. Read some of their stories to learn about the impact Teen Lifeline makes daily.

Learn About Our Impact

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Read Our Success Stories

Everyone our services reach is important. Read some of their stories to learn about the impact Teen Lifeline makes daily.

“You honestly saved my life tonight.” – A teen after talking with a peer counselor on the hotline

“Teen Lifeline is like a second home to me.” – Spencer, Katie, and several other teen volunteers over the years

“This info will be extremely helpful when working with students in the future! Love the practical examples of how I could help teens.” – School staff at a recent educational workshop

“I liked learning what to say to a friend if they’re thinking about suicide because one of my friends has. Now I know how to help them.” – A high school student at a recent prevention workshop

“I thought about relapsing, but remembered you said I could call Teen Lifeline anytime. I’m glad I called you!” – A teen enrolled in our Caring Contacts program

“I love the peer-to-peer concept and am impressed by the level of commitment of the staff, volunteers, and Board. I have been touched by suicide in my own life and know this organization is making a real difference!” – A Teen Lifeline donor

Learn About Our Impact

Blog Latest News Resources Guide to the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit Choose where your tax dollars are spent! Donations made to Teen Lifeline can lower your tax bill through the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit. Learn more… Learn More

Learn More About Suicide Prevention

Education is key in preventing teen suicide. These resources, written and reviewed by masters-level clinicians, are here to help.

Explore Resources

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Coping Tools Mental Health Parents Relationships 6 Ways to Use Your Phone to Connect with Your Teen Learn More

Mental Health Resources Suicide Teens Warning Signs Warning Signs Knowing the warning signs of suicide will keep you alert and able to recognize if a friend or family… Learn More