If You Are in Crisis — Immediate Support

If you are feeling overwhelmed, unable to cope, or at risk of harming yourself, it’s important to reach out for support immediately.

There are services available 24 hours a day to help you through this moment.

Urgent NHS Support

NHS 111 – Mental Health Option

📞 Call 111 and select the mental health option

• Available 24/7
• Free from landlines and mobiles
• You’ll speak to a trained professional who can guide you to the right support

👉 This is often the first step if you’re not sure what to do

Emergency Support

Emergency Services

📞 Call 999 or go to A&E

• If you feel you are in immediate danger
• If you are at risk of harming yourself or others

👉 This is the right place to go in an emergency — you will be taken seriously and supported.

Free Listening and Emotional Support

Samaritans

📞 Call 116 123 (free, 24/7)
🌐 www.samaritans.org

• A confidential, non‑judgemental listening service
• You don’t need to be in crisis — you can call anytime

Shout (Text Support Service)

📱 Text SHOUT to 85258 (free, 24/7)

• Confidential support via text message
• Ideal if you find it difficult to speak on the phone

Mind Infoline

📞 Call 0300 123 3393
📧 info@mind.org.uk

• Advice on mental health and available support
• Open weekdays, with additional resources online

Local London Crisis Support

Many London areas have urgent mental health helplines available 24/7.

👉 You can:

• Ask your GP
• Call NHS 111
• Search your local NHS trust website

These services can:

• Provide immediate advice
• Arrange urgent assessments
• Support you during a crisis