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This is an online peer support community and not an emergency service. We're not able to help with crisis situations. If you're experiencing suicidal thoughts and you don't feel in control, peer support isn't the right option for you.
Is your life in danger? If you've seriously harmed yourself or have immediate plans to do so, call emergency services or go straight to your nearest emergency department.
If you're feeling hopeless, suicidal or can't see a way forward, talking to someone who you don't know could help. You don't have to struggle on your own.
Crisis Support Options Near You
USA Emergency Services
For life threatening emergencies, call 911 for ambulance and/or police
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people who are in emotional distress or struggling with suicidal thoughts. Call 988 to speak to a trained crisis worker.
Visit WebsiteThe Trevor Project
Confidential, free crisis counselling to LGBTQ young people 24/7. Call 1 866 488 7386 or text "START" to 678-678.
Visit WebsiteCrisis Text Line
Free, 24/7 text service for anyone in emotional distress. Text "HOME" to 741-741 to speak to a trained crisis counsellor.
Visit WebsiteMental Health America
Extensive list of professional mental health contacts in the United States, as well as mental health information.
Visit WebsiteAustralia Emergency Services
For life threatening emergencies, call 000 for ambulance and/or police
Lifeline
Free, 24/7, confidential service. Call 13 11 14 or visit the website to text or WebChat with a trained crisis supporter.
Visit WebsiteKids Helpline
Free, confidential, 24/7 phone and online counselling for children, teens and young adults up to age 25. Call 1800 55 1800.
Visit WebsiteUK Emergency Services
For life threatening emergencies, call 999 for ambulance and/or police
NHS
The NHS provides free mental health services. Call 111 for urgent medical help. For a routine appointment, call your GP.
Visit WebsiteShout Crisis Messenger
Free, confidential text service for anyone in crisis. Text "SHOUT" to 85258.
Visit WebsitePapyrus HopeLine
Confidential helpline for young people up to 35 experiencing suicidal thoughts. Call 0800 068 4141, text 07860 039967. Open 9am-midnight every day.
Visit WebsiteSamaritans
Free, confidential, 24/7 support for anyone struggling to cope. Call 116 123.
Visit WebsiteCanada Emergency Services
For life threatening emergencies, call 911 for ambulance and/or police
Kids Help Phone
Free, confidential and anonymous counselling for children, teens and young adults up to age 20. Call 1-800-668-6868.
Visit WebsiteTalk Suicide Canada
Free, 24/7 crisis suicide and mental health support. Call 1-833-456-4566 or text 45645 (4pm-midnight ET).
Visit WebsiteCanadian Association For Suicide Prevention
Find a crisis centre that serves your area.
Visit WebsiteHope for Wellness Help Line
Toll free, 24/7 counselling and crisis intervention for Indigenous people. Call 1-855-242-3310.
Visit WebsiteAASRA
24/7, free and confidential crisis support helpline. Call +91-9820466726. Available in English and Hindi.
Visit WebsiteNew Zealand Emergency Services
For life threatening emergencies, call 111 for ambulance and/or police
Lifeline
Free, 24/7 confidential helpline. Call 0508 TAUTOKO (0508 82 88 65) for the Suicide Crisis Helpline. Call 0800 LIFELINE (0800 54 33 54) or free text HELP (4357).
Visit WebsiteThe Depression Helpline
Free, 24/7, confidential helpline. Call 0800 111 757 or text 4202.
Visit WebsiteGermany Emergency Services
For life threatening emergencies, call 112 for an ambulance and 110 for police
The Lifeline
24/7 helpline for emotional distress or suicidal thoughts. Call 1564 for anonymous support.
Visit WebsiteMental Support Line
Confidential helpline offering mental health support. Call or text 8004673. Open 8am-8pm.
Visit WebsitePieta
24/7, free, and confidential support for suicide, self-harm and suicide bereavement. Call 1800 247 247 or Text HELP to 51444.
Visit WebsiteSOSAD Ireland
Support for people 16+. 24 hour helpline: 1800 901 909. Dial 112 for emergency services.
Visit WebsiteIf you're elsewhere in the world, find professional help in your country here.