If you need to talk to someone right now, there are lots of helplines which you can try. If you find you aren’t comfortable talking on the phone, some offer support through text, webchat or email.
CALM – phone 0800 58 58 58. Or for CALM’s livechat or WhatsApp Click here.
There for anyone struggling with suicidal thoughts, who has lost someone to suicide, or who is worried about someone who may be suicidal. Open from 5pm – midnight every day.
Mind Support line – 0300 102 1234
Mind advisors are trained to listen and to help you to find specialist support if you need it. Open 9am-6pm, Monday – Friday (except bank holidays)
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK – Phone 0800 689 5652
A supportive listening service for anyone with thoughts of suicide. If you are unable to connect to the main number try 0800 689 0800.
NHS
If you need urgent help with your mental health you can call NHS 111, or if you or someone else is in immediate danger, you can go to A&E or call 999.
Papyrus Hopeline 247 – Phone 0800 068 41 41 Text 88247 Email pat@papyrus-uk.org
For children and young people under the age of 35 who are experiencing thoughts of suicide. Or for anyone concerned that a young person could be thinking of suicide. Open 24hours a day, everyday, including bank holidays
Samaritans – Phone 116 123 Email jo@samaritans.org
Whatever you are going through, Samaritans are there if you need someone to talk to, who will listen without judgement. The phoneline is available 24hours a day. If you email it may be a few days before you receive a response. Samaritans also have some branches where you can see a Samaritan face to face. For more information click here.
SANEline
If you’re experiencing a mental health problem or supporting someone else, you can call SANEline on 0300 304 7000 (4pm–10pm every day).
Shout
If you would prefer not to talk but want some mental health support, you could text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a confidential 24/7 text service providing support if you are in crisis and need immediate help.
Switchboard
If you identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender, you can call Switchboard on call 0300 3300630 (10am-10pm everyday. email chris@switchboard.lgbt or use their webchat service.
The Mix – Text THEMIX to 85258
Crisis Messenger is a free text service providing 24/7 crisis support across the UK. If you’re aged 25 or under, and are experiencing a personal crisis, are unable to cope and need support, you can text THEMIX to 85258. They can support you with topics such as suicidal thoughts, abuse or assault, self-harm, bullying, or relationship breakdowns