The Samaritans – A charity which provides anonymous emotional support over the telephone, which is available 24/7.

Freephone: 116 123

Website: https://www.samaritans.org

 

Shout – A free, 24/7 text messaging mental health support service for anyone struggling to cope.

Text: ‘SHOUT’ to 85258

 

Childline – A charity that offers 24/7 confidential support for young people under 19, by telephone, chat online or email.

Freephone: 0800 1111

Email and online chat: available via website www.childline.org.uk

 

Barnardos – A charity which supports young people and families with mental health and wellbeing.

Website: https://www.barnardos.org.uk

MIND – A charity that offers education and support for adults and young people related to their mental health and wellbeing.

Tel: 0300 123 3393 (open Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm)

Email: info@mind.org.uk

Young Minds – A charity which offers support to young people and their parents.

Parents helpline: 0808 802 5544 (open Monday to Friday, 9:30am – 4:00pm)

Chat online service via website: https://youngminds.org.uk