Crisis & Stabilization Services
AVAILABLE IN MINNESOTA ONLY
Immediate support for youth and families experiencing emotional or behavioral crisis.
If you are in immediate danger, call 988.
Life can feel overwhelming. If you or a loved one is struggling with anxiety, depression, behavioral dysregulation or thoughts of self-harm, our crisis teams can help.
We assess your situation, create a safety plan and connect you with the right level of care — whether that includes in-home support, stabilization, or short-term residential services. We also coordinate follow-up care, so support continues beyond the immediate crisis.
Available crisis programs in Minnesota
Crisis looks different for every person. Be prepared with mental health support if and when your family needs it. To learn more about our crisis and stabilization services, contact any of our locations listed below.
Family Response & Stabilization Services
Hennepin County
Youth ages 0-18 and their parents or caregivers
Southeast Regional Crisis Center
Rochester, MN
Youth and adults in southeast Minnesota
Aspen House*
Mendota Heights, MN
Youth ages 11-18
Hennepin County Youth Stabilization Center*
Minneapolis, MN
For youth in Hennepin County
*Must be referred by the County only.
Need immediate help?
For mental health crisis support anywhere, call or text 988.
How to access our services
Access varies by program and county. Please review each program page for specific eligibility and referral information.
Some of Nexus’ crisis and stabilization services are walk-in or call for immediate response. And others require a county referral. If you are unsure where to start, contact the appropriate program directly for guidance. For immediate nationwide mental health crisis support, call or text 9-8-8.
“We allow our families to define their crisis. They do not need to reach anyone’s defined level of need but their own.”
What is crisis & stabilization?
Crisis and stabilization services provide immediate, short-term support when a youth, or family is experiencing an emotional or behavioral emergency. The goal is to ensure safety, reduce escalation, and connect individuals to ongoing care and resources.
- Rapid response assessment
- Safety planning
- Short-term stabilization options
- Connection to ongoing mental health services
Learn, connect, and get involved
From the Blog
When Is It a Mental Health Crisis?
We all experience both good and bad mental health days, and when mental health is impacted, it can affect how we think, feel, and act. A mental health crisis can happen to anyone and may be triggered by stressors such as loss, trauma, or major life changes.
Stories of Hope/Impact
A Safe Place to Stay
Teenager Sarah arrived at Aspen House, a shelter for youth in crisis, devasted at having to leave her home. Our team at Aspen House provides a safe place to stay for youth 11-18 from all kinds of backgrounds and situations.
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