Suicide Prevention

If you have a life-threatening emergency, please dial 911 immediately.

Concerned about a loved one …

Threatening to, or talking about wanting to, hurt or kill him/herself?
Seeking access to firearms, available pills, or other means to kill him/herself?
Talking or writing about death, dying, or suicide, when these actions are out of the ordinary for the person?
Expressing feelings of hopelessness?
Displaying rage, uncontrolled anger, or seeking revenge?
Acting reckless or engaging in risky activities, seemingly without thinking?
Saying he or she feels trapped, like there’s no way out?
Increasing alcohol or drug use?
Withdrawing from friends, family and society?
Demonstrating anxiety, agitation, and insomnia (or sleeping all the time)?

The New Mexico Crisis and Access Line is
toll free and is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1 (855) NMCRISIS (662-7474)

If you or a loved one is experiencing these or other emotional crises, you can find help 24 hours a day, seven days a week, by calling the New Mexico Crisis and Access Line. 1 (855) NMCRISIS (662-7474)

NM Crisis Line Website

Other Resources:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:

1-800-273-8255

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.

The Trevor Project:

The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) young people ages 13-24.

Trevor Lifeline - A crisis intervention and suicide prevention phone service available 24/7 at 1-866-488-7386
TrevorText - Text "Trevor" to 1-202-304-1200. Standard text messaging rates apply. Available on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays between 3:00pm - 9:00pm EST/12:00pm - 6:00pm

Agora Crisis Center:

505-277-3013
855-505-4505

Sometimes it's hard to talk about our problems with family and friends. As trained crisis hotline specialists, our volunteers are ready to provide compassionate, non-judgmental help for anyone in need of emotional support.

At the Agora Crisis Center, we won't tell you how to solve your problem, but we'll help you figure out what options you might have. Our services include a help-line, online emotional support (chat), information and referrals, volunteer opportunities and community training workshops.

Counseling and Therapy Resources

The following brochure was created to provide families with resources for counseling and therapy. It is important for students and/or families to research services to find out about insurance and cost and to find a right fit for your needs.

Counseling Referral Resources 2021-22

Counseling Staff

Counseling Secretary
Mrs. Melissa Bash
bash@aps.edu
505-823-2327 x33002

Last Names A-C
Ms. Angela Hawes
hawes_a@aps.edu

Last Names D-Hi
Mrs. Bernice Ulibarri
bernice.ulibarri@aps.edu

Last Names D-Hi
Ms. Erly Martinez
erly.martinez@aps.edu

Last Names Mi-Sa
Mrs. Justine Garcia
justine.baca-garcia@aps.edu

Last Names Sb-Z
Mrs. Megan Goodman
megan.goodman@aps.edu

College and Career Readiness
Counselor (all students)
Mrs. Debra Chandler
debra.chandler@aps.edu

Crossroads Counselor (all students)
Mrs. Christine Loidolt
loidolt@aps.edu