Helpful Links and Resources
Mental Health Resources & Support in the UK
If you're looking for immediate help, ongoing support, or trustworthy mental health information, here are some helpful UK-based organisations and helplines. These services are free to access and available to anyone in need.
If you're in immediate danger or worried about your safely, call 999 or visit your nearest A&E.
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Should you reside anywhere else in the world, please contact your nearest mental health crisis centre or emergency services provider.
Samaritans (24/7)
For anyone struggling, feeling overwhelmed, or needing someone to talk to.
Phone: 116 123
Website: Samiritans.org
Shout (24/7 Text Support)
Text SHOUT to 85828 for confidential support via text messaging.
Website: giveusashout.org
NHS 111
Call 111 for mental health advice or guidance on accessing local crisis teams.
Mind
Information, advice, and support for a wide range of mental health concerns.
Helpline: 0300 102 1234
Website: mind.org.uk
SANE
Emotional support and information for people affected by mental illness.
Helpline: 0300 394 7000 (4:30-10:30pm daily)
Website: sane.org.uk
The Mental Health Foundation
Reliable information, guides, and practical tools to support wellbeing.
Website: mentalhealth.org.uk
YoungMinds
Support for young people and parents regarding mental health challenges.
Parents Helpline: 0808 802 5544
Website: youngminds.org.uk
The Mix (Under 25s)
Papyrus
Support for young people struggling with suicidal thoughts.
Helpline: 0808 068 4141
Website: papyrus-uk.org