If you are in crisis:

When to Seek Urgent Help

What to Do Right Now

If you are not in immediate danger but need to speak to someone now, you can contact:

I am unable to provide emergency or crisis support. If you are feeling unsafe, overwhelmed, or at risk of harming yourself or someone else, please seek immediate help.

Please reach out for urgent support if you are experiencing any of the following:

  • Thoughts of harming yourself or others

  • Feeling unable to keep yourself safe

  • Severe emotional distress that feels unmanageable

  • A mental health emergency involving you or someone else

  • A situation where you need immediate medical or police assistance

If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, please contact:

  • NHS 24: Dial 111

  • Your GP or out‑of‑hours medical service

  • Breathing Space Free, confidential phone service for supporting low mood, depression, anxiety or suicidal ideation. Tel.: 0800 83 85 87 (Mon-Thu: 6pm-2am / Fri: 6pm-Mon: 6am)

  • Samaritans Confidential support for mental health crises. Tel.: 116123 (24hrs)

  • A trusted friend or family member who can help you stay safe

  • Shout Text service, free for anyone in mental health crisis. Text: 85258 (24hrs)

  • NHS urgent mental health support

  • Local crisis teams (if available in your area)