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SAMHSA Spotlight  

Building a Culture of Recovery

America is in a new era where the focus is on drug prevention, education and recovery. SAMHSA is committed to breaking the cycle of addiction through education and treatment, while working to restore people’s lives through recovery. Our priority is to help build resilience and move from chemical coping to human connection - from a pill culture towards a purpose culture.

Serious Mental Illness

SAMHSA is committed to promoting the prevention, treatment, and recovery to those who have serious mental illness.

Training and Technical Assistance

Find free training and technical assistance for states, tribes, communities, and providers across the behavioral health spectrum.

Disaster Distress Helpline

The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) provides 24/7 counseling to anyone experiencing emotional distress related to a disaster.

SAMHSA at a Glance  

  • Who We Are

    We lead public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation.

  • View Our Library

    Get the latest resources for health care professionals, policymakers, researchers, and the public.

  • Apply for a Grant

    We have resources to help you find and apply for funding opportunities.

  • Find Evidence-Based Practices

    Our collection of scientifically-based resources includes toolkits and clinical practice guidelines.

  • View Data Collections

    Our Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality leads the nation in behavioral health data.

Our Offices and Centers  

SAMHSA Offices and Centers provide national leadership to advance the agency's mission and improve the behavioral health of the nation.

Office of the Assistant Secretary (OAS)

Office of the Chief Medical Officer (OCMO)

Office of Financial Resources (OFR)

Office of Management, Technology, and Operations (OMTO)

Office of Intergovernmental and Public Affairs (OIPA)

988 & Behavioral Health Crisis Coordinating Office (BHCCO)

Office of Recovery (OR)

Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS)

Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP)

Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT)

Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality (CBHSQ)

National Mental Health and Substance Use Policy Laboratory (NMHSUPL)