999
Call 999 if you or someone else is in immediate danger.
24/7
United Kingdom · Find help
You don’t have to do this alone.
These services are free and confidential. If you’re in immediate danger, please call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.
In an emergency
If you or someone with you need help now.
NHS 111
Urgent help for a mental health crisis. Select the mental health option.
24/7
Talk to someone now
Free, confidential lines staffed by trained listeners.
Samaritans
Whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. Free, confidential, any time.
24/7, 365 days a year
Shout 85258
Free, confidential crisis text service. Text SHOUT to 85258 any time.
24/7
Crisis Resolution Teams
Your local NHS crisis team can provide urgent mental health support in the community.
Varies by team
Support for specific needs
Services for young people, LGBTQIA+ communities, those affected by abuse or loss and general mental health information.
Mind
Mental health information, local support groups and an infoline for guidance.
Mon–Fri 9am–6pm
Childline
Under 19sFree, private and confidential service for anyone under 19 in the UK.
24/7
Switchboard LGBT+
LGBT+Support for LGBT+ people by LGBT+ people.
Daily 10am–10pm
More options
The NHS keeps a fuller directory of mental-health and crisis services across the UK.
Open the NHS directory →Whatever brought you here, we’re glad you came. 🤍