Category: crisis

Just Like That Singer/songwriter Bonnie Rait won a Song of the Year Grammy in 2023 for her gut-wrenching composition, “Just Like That.” The song tells the story of a mom opening her front door to a stranger only to learn that he was given her son’s heart after the son’s tragic death years before. The mom experiences a kind of reunion with her son, listening …Read More >

Sometimes, depression and anxiety can make even the simplest, most ordinary tasks feel overwhelming—especially when we find ourselves in a place where we feel undeserving of compassion. At the Suicide & Crisis Center of North Texas, we believe that no matter who you are or what you’ve done, you deserve kindness, understanding, and a listening ear free of judgment. As you will read in this …Read More >

One of our incredible volunteers submitted a beautiful and impactful story about a young man who, from the outside, seemed successful and thriving. Our crisis hotline volunteer walked him through the anxiety and depression he was feeling to find hope and self-compassion. Read their story: “As a crisis hotline operator, each call brings a unique story of struggle and resilience. One call remains etched in …Read More >