Getting Help


We feel it is important to note that the Independent Mental Health Network is not a service provider.

We are happy to provide signposting to a number of services that operate nationally. If you, or someone you know, is in a situation where they are likely to cause harm to themselves or others, please dial 999. 

IMHN is not responsible for the content or advice provided on any external website or services. We provide these links in good faith. This list was last reviewed and updated in November 2019. 

Helplines

Samaritans (24 hours, 7 days a week) – 116 123 (free to call)

Papyrus HOPELine (Monday – Friday 09:00 – 22:00, Weekends and Bank Holidays 14:00 – 22:00) – 0800 068 4141

YoungMinds – parents’ helpline (Monday – Friday, 09.30 – 16:00) – 0808 802 5544

Mindline Trans+ (Mondays & Fridays from 20:00 – 00:00) – 0300 330 5468

KPG Suicide Prevention Text Line (24 hours, 7 days a week) – text TeamKPG to 85258.

Useful links

Condition-specific sites

Young people and students

Charities and support