Counseling Center

Emergencies

Medical or Life-Threatening Emergencies

• For immediate response in a medical emergency or life-threatening situation at any time, contact the New York State University Police (NYSUP) at (914) 251-6911.

Emergency Help for Assault or Sexual Violence/Abuse

Emergency help is available through Campus Advocacy Services.

• Monday—Friday, 9 am–5 pm: Walk in for help at the Counseling Center, lower level of the Humanities Building, or call  (914) 251-6390 to schedule an appointment with the Victim Advocate.

• After 5 pm and on weekends: For mental health emergencies or first response for interpersonal violence, walk in or call NYSUP (914-251-6911) to connect with the Purchase College On Call Counselor or Campus Victim Advocate. You can also find help via the confidential Nurse Advice Line at 1-888-969-3911.

Crisis Hotlines

• Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
  988 OR 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)
• Walk-in psychiatric Evaluation 24/7 at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Harrison, NY
• Crisis Prevention & Response Team of St. Vincent’s Hospital, call 914-925-5959 for mobile services in Westchester County to discuss your needs or meet you at your location.
• SAAVE Toll Free Bilingual Rape Crisis Hotline: 1-833-220-2444
• New York State Hotline for Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence:
  1-800-942-6906
  
• Crime Victim’s Connect  Call or text 1-855-484-2846  referral helpline. Learn about  rights and options.
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
  
• Student of Color crisis support: Text STEVE to 741741
  
• LGBTQ support call The Trevor Project: 866-488-7386
  
• The Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
  
•  NY Project Hope COVID Emotional Support Hotline: 1-844-863-9314