Need help immediately?

The Samaritans

Whatever you are going through the Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. From the UK call 116123 (free from any phone).

Mental Health Helpline (NHS 111)

From the UK Dial 111 and you will be taken to a health care advisor via a number of push button options. They will discuss your situation with you and pass your call on to a health care professional if it is appropriate to do so. 

Shout

A free, confidential, 24/7 text support service for anyone in the UK who is struggling to cope. Text the word 'Shout' to 85258. Trained Shout Volunteers are there to listen at any time of day or night and messages won't appear on your phone bill: https://giveusashout.org/

Childline

A free, private and confidential service where you can talk about anything. Available online, on the phone, anytime. From the UK call 0800 1111.

YoungMinds

Provides advice and guidance on what to do if you are struggling with your mental health. For urgent help text YM to 85258. All texts are answered by trained volunteers, with support from experienced clinical supervisors: https://www.youngminds.org.uk.

PAPYRUS

If you are a young person under the age of 35 and struggling with thoughts of suicide, or are worried about a young person, call the helpline HOPELINEUK  0800 068 4141, email: pat@papyrus-uk.org or text: 07786 209 697.

 Switchboard

An LGBTQ+ helpline, Switchboard offers a safe space for anyone to discuss anything, including sexuality, gender identity, sexual health and emotional well-being. Call 0300 330 0630 (open 10.00-22.00 everyday) or email: chris@switchboard.lgbt.

Refuge National Domestic Abuse Line

A 24 hour national domestic abuse helpline. Calls are free and in confidence. From the UK dial 0808 2000 0247. https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/