If you're on this page, you might be feeling really overwhelmed right now — and that's okay. Whatever time it is, whatever you're going through, you're not alone. 

We're not a crisis service, but we do care — and we want to make sure you can find the right support, right now.

If you're feeling suicidal, having thoughts of self-harm, or you don't feel safe, please reach out to one of these right away: 

• Call 999 if you're in immediate danger — ask for police or ambulance. 

• Go to A&E and ask to see the duty psychiatrist. They can assess you and get you the right help. 

• Contact your GP as soon as possible. If you're already working with mental health services, get in touch with your Community Mental Health Team.

• Every London mental health trust has a 24/7 crisis line for all ages — find yours at nhs.uk 

• Samaritans — 116 123 — 24 hours, any time, any reason — samaritans.org 

• Childline — 0800 11 11 — 24/7 support for young people up to age 19 — childline.org.uk 

• CALM — 0800 58 58 58 — 5pm to midnight — thecalmzone.net 

• PAPYRUS — 0800 068 4141 — 9am to midnight — for young people under 35 experiencing thoughts of suicide — papyrus-uk.org 

• Shout — Text SHOUT to 85258 — 24/7 confidential text support — giveusashout.org

Sometimes just getting through the next few minutes is what matters most. Here are a few things that might help: 

• Move if you need to. Go to a different room, step outside, change your surroundings. You're in control. 

• Breathe slowly. Take 10 deep breaths. Focus on your stomach rising and falling, or the feeling of your feet on the floor. Notice what shifts. 

• Let it out. It's okay to cry, to shout, to feel it. You don't have to hold it in. 

• Reach out to someone you trust. A friend, a family member — text or call them and let them know you need support right now. 

• Find something that reminds you why you're here. A photo, a song, a memory. Hold onto it. 

• Put it into words. Write it down, draw it, say it out loud. Getting it out of your head can help. 

If someone you care about is struggling with thoughts of suicide, showing up for them can make a real difference.

Find out how you can offer your support.