Helplines & Crises Services
In the event that you feel actively suicidal, distressed, or feel that you may be in any danger, please call the appropriate emergency services (999 / 911) or local crisis services. If you have concerns about your mental health and wellbeing, you should also get in touch with your GP in order to get further and appropriate support.
Please note: the below services are specific to the United Kingdom only. If you are in another part of the world, you will need to research similar services.
Samaritans - charity for those feeling suicidal or low
116 123 (free 24-hour helpline)
Mind - mental health and wellbeing support
0300 123 3393 (9am to 6pm)
Refuge - advice on dealing with domestic violence
0808 2000 247 (24-hour helpline)
AKT - support for LGBTQ+ young people facing homelessness
Papyrus - youth suicide prevention charity
0800 068 41 41 (9am to midnight)
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) - male suicide prevention charity
0808 58 58 58 (5pm to midnight)
The Mix - emotional support for under 25’s
0808 808 4994, 24 hour email
Nia - support & advocacy for women and children who have faced violence
020 7683 1270
Victim Support - support & advocacy for those who have experienced trauma
0808 168 9111 (24-hour helpline)