If you or a loved one in King County suffers from mental health issues, call the Crisis Clinic at 206-461-3222. This 24-hour hotline is staffed by professionals who can discuss your options over the phone or arrange to have someone come to your home, talk to friends and relatives, and determine the best path to treatment. They can even help you constructively confront an unresponsive loved one about their mental health issues. 
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