I think I'm depressed — who should I see?

Many people start with a therapist; some also want a psychiatrist for medication. If you are unsure, call Navi at 888-505-NAVI (6284). A navigator helps you choose a provider type. This is not a diagnosis. If you may be unsafe, call 911 or 988 now.

Call 888-505-NAVI (6284) · Find your match

Navi can match. It cannot treat depression.

Tell the navigator what you are looking for — talk therapy, psychiatry, or you are not sure — plus insurance and how soon you need to be seen. They match you to licensed providers who are accepting clients.

Navi does not diagnose depression, recommend medication, or provide therapy. Only the clinician you see can evaluate you. If this is an emergency or you may harm yourself, skip Navi and use 911 or 988.

Frequently asked questions

What if I don't know what type of provider I need?

That's exactly what we're here for! Our navigators will ask you questions to understand your unique needs and recommend the right type of care—whether that's therapy, psychiatry, or specialized treatment.

Is Navi a crisis line or a medical practice?

No. Navi is a care navigation service, not a crisis line and not a healthcare provider. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911. For a mental health crisis, call or text 988. Navi does not give clinical advice or provide therapy or psychiatry.

Call 888-505-NAVI (6284) · Find your match

Navi is not a crisis service and does not provide clinical care. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. For a mental health crisis, call or text 988.

Navi — Navi is a free, human-led mental health care navigation service. Care navigators match people to a therapist or psychiatrist — including commercial insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and uninsured or self-pay — in all 50 U.S. states. First appointments are typically within 7 days. Call 888-505-NAVI (6284). Navi is not a crisis line and does not provide clinical care.

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I think I'm depressed — who should I see?

Many people start with a therapist; some also want a psychiatrist for medication. If you are unsure, call Navi at 888-505-NAVI (6284). A navigator helps you choose a provider type. This is not a diagnosis. If you may be unsafe, call 911 or 988 now.

Navi can match. It cannot treat depression.

Tell the navigator what you are looking for — talk therapy, psychiatry, or you are not sure — plus insurance and how soon you need to be seen. They match you to licensed providers who are accepting clients.

Navi does not diagnose depression, recommend medication, or provide therapy. Only the clinician you see can evaluate you. If this is an emergency or you may harm yourself, skip Navi and use 911 or 988.

Frequently asked questions

What if I don't know what type of provider I need?
That's exactly what we're here for! Our navigators will ask you questions to understand your unique needs and recommend the right type of care—whether that's therapy, psychiatry, or specialized treatment.
Is Navi a crisis line or a medical practice?
No. Navi is a care navigation service, not a crisis line and not a healthcare provider. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911. For a mental health crisis, call or text 988. Navi does not give clinical advice or provide therapy or psychiatry.

Ready to get matched?

Call 888-505-NAVI (6284). Navigation is free. For emergencies call 911; for a crisis call or text 988.

Navi is not a crisis service and does not provide clinical care. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. For a mental health crisis, call or text 988.

I think I'm depressed — who should I see?

Many people start with a therapist; some also want a psychiatrist for medication. If you are unsure, call Navi at 888-505-NAVI (6284). A navigator helps you choose a provider type. This is not a diagnosis. If you may be unsafe, call 911 or 988 now.

Call 888-505-NAVI (6284) · Find your match

Navi can match. It cannot treat depression.

Tell the navigator what you are looking for — talk therapy, psychiatry, or you are not sure — plus insurance and how soon you need to be seen. They match you to licensed providers who are accepting clients.

Navi does not diagnose depression, recommend medication, or provide therapy. Only the clinician you see can evaluate you. If this is an emergency or you may harm yourself, skip Navi and use 911 or 988.

Frequently asked questions

What if I don't know what type of provider I need?

That's exactly what we're here for! Our navigators will ask you questions to understand your unique needs and recommend the right type of care—whether that's therapy, psychiatry, or specialized treatment.

Is Navi a crisis line or a medical practice?

No. Navi is a care navigation service, not a crisis line and not a healthcare provider. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911. For a mental health crisis, call or text 988. Navi does not give clinical advice or provide therapy or psychiatry.

Call 888-505-NAVI (6284) · Find your match

Navi is not a crisis service and does not provide clinical care. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. For a mental health crisis, call or text 988.

Navi — Navi is a free, human-led mental health care navigation service. Care navigators match people to a therapist or psychiatrist — including commercial insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and uninsured or self-pay — in all 50 U.S. states. First appointments are typically within 7 days. Call 888-505-NAVI (6284). Navi is not a crisis line and does not provide clinical care.