UK Support Resources

There are many services trying to help. This isn't an exhaustive list, but these are the most established starting points in the UK.

Crisis Support

If you need immediate help or feel you can't keep yourself safe.

Samaritans

24/7 listening support, no judgement.

116 123

Shout

24/7 text service for anyone in crisis.

Text SHOUT to 85258

NHS 111

For urgent but non-life-threatening physical or mental health needs.

111 (Option 2)

CALM

Campaign Against Living Miserably, 5pm–midnight everyday.

0800 58 58 58

NHS Services

Official public health pathways in the UK.

NHS Talking Therapies

Self-referral for counselling or CBT (formerly IAPT).

Your Local CMHT

Community Mental Health Teams usually require a GP referral.

Charities & Support Organisations

Information, advocacy, and guidance.

Mind

Information on all mental health problems.

0300 123 3393

Rethink Mental Illness

Advice and info for severe mental illness.

YoungMinds

For young people's mental health.

SANE

Out-of-hours mental health helpline.

0300 304 7000

Peer Support & Communities

Connect with people who understand.

Hub of Hope

Database of local mental health services in your area.

Side by Side

Mind's online community (formerly Elefriends).

For Specific Conditions

Condition-specific advocacy and support.

OCD Action

Support for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

Bipolar UK

Support for those affected by bipolar.

Anxiety UK

Relief and support for anxiety disorders.

Beat

The UK's eating disorder charity.

For Supporters & Carers

Because your mental health matters too.

Carers UK

Expert advice and support for carers.

Family Action

Practical, emotional, and financial support for families.

Workplace & Practical Life

Navigating life outside of treatment.

Citizens Advice

Free advice on benefits, work, and housing.

Access to Work

Government grant for practical support at work.

ACAS

Advice on workplace rights, rules, and best practices.