Feeling lonely, depressed or unable to cope?

Here are some free services which may be able to help.


Australia

Lifeline Australia

24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.

Kids Helpline

National helpline (phone, email or web chat) for young people in need of support.

Samaritans

24/7 confidential and anonymous helpline for anyone who needs to talk to someone.


United Kingdom

Childline

National helpline for children and young people in danger, or in need of support.

Papyrus (Prevention of Young Suicide)

Confidential help and advice to young people and anyone worried about a young person.

Samaritans

24/7 confidential and anonymous helpline for anyone who needs to talk to someone.


United States

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

24/7 confidential support for people in distress and crisis.

IMAlive

Instant messaging service providing support from volunteers trained in crisis intervention.

Crisis Text Line

24/7 crisis support, text from anywhere in the USA to chat with a trained counselor.


International

IMAlive

Instant messaging service providing support from volunteers trained in crisis intervention.

7 Cups

Online therapy and support, connecting people in emotional distress with trained listeners.

Befrienders Worldwide

Emotional support to prevent suicide worldwide.