Crisis Services
& Resources

If you're in immediate danger or someone's life is at risk, this is it. Don't hesitate, don't second-guess yourself - if it's that serious, call them.

Look, sometimes things get really bad and you need help right now. This is the official NHS line where actual mental health professionals will listen and figure out what kind of support you need. They won't judge - they've heard it all before.

The classic. They've been doing this for decades and they genuinely just want to listen. No agenda, no advice unless you want it, just a human being on the other end of the phone who gets that life can be really hard sometimes.

For anyone under 19 who needs to talk. Doesn't matter if it seems 'small' to adults - if it's big to you, it matters. They've heard everything and nothing will shock them.

If you're worried about a child - whether you're a parent, teacher, neighbor, or just someone who cares - these people know what they're talking about and can help you figure out what to do.

They get it. Addiction, mental health struggles, abuse - they have been supporting people through the tough stuff for years. It's not about judgment, it's about having someone in your corner.

Used to be called AddAction - they help with drugs, alcohol, and mental health. They are all over England and Scotland, so chances are there's someone near you who understands what you're going through.

They work with people dealing with addiction, mental health challenges, and learning disabilities. It's community-based, which means they really get the local picture and what support is actually available where you are.

Sometimes calling feels too much, right? This is the UK's only 24/7 text service for mental health crisis support. Just text them and they will connect you with someone who knows how to help over text.

When you need actual information about mental health conditions, treatments, or your rights - these are the people to ask. They know their stuff and they are open during work hours when you can think clearly enough to ask practical questions.

For when you need someone who really understands mental illness - not just general emotional support, but someone who gets the specific challenges of living with mental health conditions. They are open in the evenings when things often feel hardest.

Practical stuff. Benefits, rights, care options - the boring but important things you need to know when dealing with mental illness. They're not a crisis line, they're more like having a knowledgeable friend who knows the system.

Mental health law is confusing and it affects real things like your job, benefits, and treatment options. These people actually understand the legal side and can help you figure out what your rights are.

Basically a search engine for mental health support near you. Put in your postcode and find out what's actually available locally - because sometimes you just need to know what options exist where you live.

Whether you are dealing with bullying yourself or trying to help someone else, these people have the expertise and practical resources to help. They work with parents, schools, and young people to actually tackle the problem.

Family life is complicated and sometimes it goes wrong. Whether it is bullying, parenting struggles, or relationship issues, they offer confidential support for families trying to figure it out.

The big name in eating disorder support in the UK. They have helplines for different countries within the UK, online support groups, and they really understand how complicated eating disorders can be.

Professional treatment center for eating disorders. They do therapy, training, and education. If you're looking for serious, specialized help with an eating disorder, this is the kind of place you want.

Run by LGBTQIA+ people for LGBTQIA+ people. They understand the specific challenges and they're trained to provide calm, confidential support. Sometimes you just need to talk to someone who gets it.

The campaigning organization - they're about rights, policy, and making society better for LGBTQ+ people. They're not a crisis helpline, but they have good information and can point you in the right direction.

Honest, direct suicide prevention charity. They are open evenings when things often feel worst, and they talk about suicide in a way that doesn't feel scary or clinical.

Specialists in supporting young people (under 35) with suicidal feelings, and the people who care about them. They are trained specifically in suicide prevention and they understand the unique pressures young people face.

Suicide prevention helpline that focuses on emotional wellbeing alongside crisis support. They understand that preventing suicide is about more than just crisis intervention - it's about overall mental health.

A practical app for your phone with safety planning tools and coping strategies. When you're struggling with suicidal thoughts, having resources literally in your pocket can make a real difference.

A listening service specifically for people having suicidal thoughts. They're open evenings and nights when suicidal feelings often peak, and they focus entirely on providing compassionate support during those dark moments.

The main domestic abuse helpline in the UK. They're open 24/7 because abuse doesn't stick to business hours. They understand the complexity of abusive relationships and won't pressure you to leave before you're ready.

For when you're targeted because of who you are - your race, religion, sexuality, disability, or any other reason. They help with reporting but also just processing what happened to you.

They research and campaign around racial inequality, particularly in public services. If you're experiencing racism in healthcare, education, or other services, they understand the bigger picture.

A think tank focused on race equality. They produce research and resources that help understand racism and inequality. Less direct support, more about understanding the bigger picture and your rights.

Specialist support for anyone aged 16+ who has experienced sexual violence at any point in their life. They understand trauma, they understand why it takes time to process, and they'll go at your pace.

They coordinate lots of smaller local sexual abuse services across the country. If you need specialist local support or the main helplines don't feel right for you, they can help you find something that fits better.

When someone dies and the world expects you to 'move on' but you're still struggling, these people understand that grief doesn't follow a timeline. They offer counselling and support groups with people who actually get it.

Specialized support for children, young people, and families dealing with death. They understand that grief looks different at different ages and they know how to help families navigate this together.

The student mental health charity that understands university pressure, financial stress, and the specific challenges of student life. They know that student mental health isn't just about exams - it's about everything.

Government service that helps with workplace mental health issues, stress, and your employment rights when you have mental health conditions. Sometimes you need to know what your boss legally can and can't do.

Money problems and mental health problems often go hand in hand. They get that financial stress isn't just about budgeting - it's about the shame, anxiety, and depression that debt can cause.

Free debt advice that recognizes money problems affect your mental health too. They're not just about payment plans - they understand the emotional weight of financial struggle.

Specifically for people dealing with panic attacks, phobias, and OCD. They understand that anxiety disorders aren't just 'being a bit worried' - they're real conditions that need real support.

National charity focused entirely on anxiety disorders. They provide information, support, and actual therapy services for people whose anxiety significantly impacts their daily life.

For when pregnancy or new motherhood isn't the blissful experience everyone expects it to be. They campaign for better support and provide resources for women struggling with perinatal mental health.

Support for families affected by perinatal mental illness. They understand that mental health problems during pregnancy and after birth affect the whole family, not just the mother.