Get Help Now

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out to one of the services below. You are not alone, and help is available right now.

In Immediate Danger

If you or someone else is at serious risk of harm, call 999 or go to your nearest A&E immediately.

Call 999

Urgent Mental Health Help

If you need immediate advice or assessment:

  • Call NHS 111 or visit 111.nhs.uk and select the mental health option
  • Request an urgent GP appointment for support and referrals
  • In some areas, you may be able to self-refer to mental health services
Call NHS 111

Free Listening & Crisis Support

Confidential, free services available 24/7

Samaritans

Emotional support for anyone in distress or feeling suicidal.

Call 116 123 (24/7, free)
Email [email protected] for a reply within 24 hours

SHOUT Crisis Text Line

Confidential mental health support via text message.

Text SHOUT to 85258 (24/7, free)
Text YM if you are under 19

Childline (for under 19s)

Support for children and young people — calls will not appear on your phone bill.

Call 0800 1111 (24/7, free)

Your privacy matters. These services will only share your information if they believe you are in immediate danger or at serious risk.