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Mental health crisis services

If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health emergency, We offer compassionate, expert support 24/7. Our crisis intervention services are designed to respond rapidly, stabilize immediate concerns, and connect individuals with the right level of care.

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Immediate crisis support and emergency services

24-hour crisis hotlines

Professional crisis clinicians are available day and night to provide confidential counseling, assessment, and referral services for mental health or substance use emergencies. After an initial assessment, patients are connected with appropriate follow-up care.

CentraState Medical Center: 732-780-6023

Chilton Medical Center: 973-831-5078

Morristown Medical Center: 973-540-0100

Overlook Medical Center: 908-522-3586

Newton Medical Center: 973-383-0973

Psychiatric emergency services

Newton Medical Center is a state-designated Psychiatric Emergency Services and Screening Center offering 24-hour emergency mental health care by phone or in person. Services include:

  • Psychiatric screenings and risk assessments
  • Crisis stabilization
  • Referrals for follow-up mental health or substance use care
  • On-site mobile response for community crises when needed

Need support that’s not an emergency?

Our access center can schedule routine mental health appointments, check insurance and connect you with care.

Call 1-888-247-1400
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