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A collection of mental health support services from around the world. It is not an exhaustive list — please use it as a guide, and always seek professional help if you need it.

Australia

  • Lifeline Australia

    Support type:
    24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention hotline.
    Contact:
    Call 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14 (24/7); Online chat via website.
    Coverage:
    National (Australia)
    Website:
    https://www.lifeline.org.au
    Notes:
    Free, confidential support for crisis or distress. Offers local counseling services.

  • Beyond Blue

    Support type:
    Mental health support for depression, anxiety, and suicide prevention.
    Contact:
    Call 1300 22 4636 or chat online (24/7).
    Coverage:
    National (Australia)
    Website:
    https://www.beyondblue.org.au
    Notes:
    Free support from mental health professionals. Online forums and recovery resources available.

Canada

  • Wellness Together Canada

    Support type:
    Federal mental health portal offering 24/7 phone/text/video counseling.
    Contact:
    Call 1-866-585-0445 (adults); Text WELLNESS to 741741.
    Coverage:
    National (Canada)
    Website:
    https://wellnesstogether.ca
    Notes:
    Funded by the Government of Canada. Offers self-guided tools and live counselling.

  • Kids Help Phone

    Support type:
    24/7 counselling for youth up to age 25 via phone, text, and live chat.
    Contact:
    Call 1-800-668-6868; Text CONNECT to 686868.
    Coverage:
    National (Canada)
    Website:
    https://kidshelpphone.ca
    Notes:
    Available in English and French. Offers forums, resources, and peer support.

Guernsey

  • Guernsey Mental Health Services

    Support type:
    States of Guernsey public services for acute and community mental health needs.
    Contact:
    Call the Adult Mental Health Centre at +44 1481 725241. Crisis Team available via Princess Elizabeth Hospital A&E.
    Coverage:
    Island-wide (Guernsey)
    Website:
    https://www.gov.gg/article/150079/Mental-Health
    Notes:
    Includes in-patient units, community psychiatric nursing, and psychology services. Referral via GP or emergency presentation.

  • Guernsey Mind

    Support type:
    Charity providing mental health education, peer support, and community services.
    Contact:
    Call +44 1481 722959 or email info@guernseymind.org.gg.
    Coverage:
    Island-wide (Guernsey)
    Website:
    https://www.guernseymind.org.gg
    Notes:
    Affiliated with Mind UK. Offers support for youth, employers, and general mental wellbeing. Hosts events and training.

  • Healthy Minds Service (Guernsey)

    Support type:
    Free talking therapy service for anxiety, depression, and related concerns.
    Contact:
    Referral through GP or self-referral via Healthy Minds form on gov.gg.
    Coverage:
    Island-wide (Guernsey)
    Website:
    https://www.gov.gg/healthyminds
    Notes:
    Part of the primary care mental health service under Health & Social Care.

Ireland

  • HSE Mental Health Services

    Support type:
    Public mental health care system including community mental health teams and clinics.
    Contact:
    Call 1800 111 888 or consult your GP.
    Coverage:
    National (Ireland)
    Website:
    https://www2.hse.ie/mental-health/
    Notes:
    Free for medical card holders. Includes Counselling in Primary Care (CIPC).

  • 50808 – Text About It

    Support type:
    24/7 mental health crisis text line.
    Contact:
    Text HELLO to 50808.
    Coverage:
    Nationwide (Ireland)
    Website:
    https://text50808.ie
    Notes:
    Free, anonymous service operated by SpunOut.ie in partnership with Crisis Text Line.

Jersey

  • Jersey Mental Health Services (Government of Jersey)

    Support type:
    Public mental health services for adults and children, including crisis support and community teams.
    Contact:
    Call the Mental Health Crisis Team at +44 1534 445290 (24/7). For general queries, call +44 1534 443250.
    Coverage:
    Island-wide (Jersey)
    Website:
    https://www.gov.je/Health/Mental/Pages/MentalHealth.aspx
    Notes:
    Access through GP or direct referral for urgent needs. Youth Wellbeing Team and Adult Mental Health Team available.

  • Listening Lounge Jersey

    Support type:
    Free mental health support and short-term counselling for adults aged 18+.
    Contact:
    Call +44 1534 866793 or walk-in at 9 The Parade, St Helier (Mon–Fri 10am–10pm, Sat–Sun 10am–6pm).
    Coverage:
    Island-wide (Jersey)
    Website:
    https://listeningloungejersey.org
    Notes:
    No referral needed. Run by Mind Jersey and Brighter Futures Jersey.

  • Mind Jersey

    Support type:
    Charity offering mental health support, advocacy, peer support groups, and youth services.
    Contact:
    Call +44 1534 880180 or email info@mindjersey.org.
    Coverage:
    Island-wide (Jersey)
    Website:
    https://www.mindjersey.org
    Notes:
    Independent affiliate of Mind UK. Provides resources for carers and employers.

New Zealand

  • 1737, Need to Talk?

    Support type:
    Free national mental health support line.
    Contact:
    Call or text 1737 (24/7).
    Coverage:
    Nationwide (NZ)
    Website:
    https://1737.org.nz
    Notes:
    Connects you with a trained counselor for any mental health or addiction concern.

  • Lifeline Aotearoa

    Support type:
    24/7 emotional distress and suicide prevention support.
    Contact:
    Call 0800 543 354; Text HELP to 4357.
    Coverage:
    Nationwide (NZ)
    Website:
    https://www.lifeline.org.nz
    Notes:
    Free and anonymous support from trained counselors and volunteers.

United Kingdom

  • NHS Mental Health Services

    Support type:
    Public health system offering free mental health care (GP consultation, therapy, psychiatry).
    Contact:
    Via GP referral or call 111 (select mental health option) for urgent 24/7 advice.
    Coverage:
    National (UK)
    Website:
    https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/
    Notes:
    Free for UK residents. Self-referral available for NHS Talking Therapies (IAPT) in England.

  • Samaritans

    Support type:
    24/7 confidential emotional support line for suicide prevention and any distress.
    Contact:
    Call 116 123 (free, 24/7); Email jo@samaritans.org
    Coverage:
    UK & Ireland
    Website:
    https://www.samaritans.org
    Notes:
    Welsh language line available 7pm–11pm at 0808 164 0123.

  • Mind

    Support type:
    Mental health charity providing information, advice, and local services.
    Contact:
    Call 0300 123 3393 (Mon–Fri 9am–6pm); Email info@mind.org.uk
    Coverage:
    England & Wales
    Website:
    https://www.mind.org.uk
    Notes:
    Local Mind branches offer peer support and counselling. Online resources available.

United States

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

    Support type:
    24/7 crisis hotline for emotional distress or suicidal crisis.
    Contact:
    Call or text 988 (24/7); Online chat via website.
    Coverage:
    National (USA)
    Website:
    https://988lifeline.org
    Notes:
    Free and confidential. Veterans can press 1 to reach the Veterans Crisis Line.

  • SAMHSA National Helpline

    Support type:
    Government-run referral and information service for mental health and substance use.
    Contact:
    Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) (24/7, English and Spanish).
    Coverage:
    National (USA)
    Website:
    https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
    Notes:
    Provides referrals to local services. Free and confidential.