Crisis Support & Helplines

If you’re ever in distress, overwhelmed, or struggling to cope, please know you’re not alone. The organisations below offer free, confidential support.

Emotionalskills

Call: 07986488690

www.emotionalskills.uk

Non-emergency psychotherapy and counselling support face-to-face or online

Samaritans

Call: 116 123 (24/7, free)

www.samaritans.org

Confidential emotional support for anyone in distress or finding it hard to

Shout (Crisis Text Line)

Text SHOUT to 85258 (24/7)

www.giveusashout.org

Free, confidential text support for anyone in crisis or feeling overwhelmed.

National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK

0800 689 5652 (24/7)

Free support for people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis.

NHS 111

111 (non-emergency medical line)

www.nhs.uk

Guidance on mental and physical health issues, with access to urgent care if needed.


Mental Health Charities & Organisations

  1. Rethink Mental Illness

    www.rethink.org
    Expert advice, peer support, and advocacy, especially for severe and long-term mental health challenges.

  2. YoungMinds (for young people and parents)

    www.youngminds.org.uk
    Support and resources for teenagers, young adults, and families.

  3. The Mix (Under 25s)

    0808 808 4994
    www.themix.org.uk
    Phone, webchat, and articles for young people facing life’s pressures.

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