Mental health challenges can feel overwhelming, but help is available. Below is a comprehensive list of UK-based mental health resources offering support, information, and guidance for individuals, families, and professionals.
For immediate emotional support, available 24/7.
Phone: 116 123
For urgent but non-emergency health advice, including mental health concerns.
Phone: 111
Website: www.nhs.uk
For emergencies, including mental health crises that may involve harm to self or others.
Free mental health support and services available across the UK through the NHS.
Website: NHS Mental Health Services
Evidence-based mental health guidelines and treatment recommendations.
Website: NICE Mental Health Guidelines
Provides advice and support for anyone experiencing a mental health problem.
Website: www.mind.org.uk
Infoline: 0300 123 3393
Offers resources and support for individuals living with mental illness and their families.
Website: www.rethink.org
Advice Line: 0808 801 0525
A charity promoting mental health awareness through research, education, and public campaigns.
Website: www.mentalhealth.org.uk
Anxiety UK
Support for individuals living with anxiety disorders, stress, and anxiety-based depression.
Website: www.anxietyuk.org.uk
Helpline: 03444 775 774
Aimed at preventing suicide among men and young people.
Website: www.thecalmzone.net
Helpline: 0800 58 58 58
Provides free, confidential support for individuals affected by crime or traumatic events.
Website: www.victimsupport.org.uk
Support Line: 08 08 16 89 111
Support for families dealing with perinatal mental health issues, including postnatal depression.
Website: www.pandasfoundation.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 1961 776
Provides support for parents dealing with pregnancy complications, loss, or postnatal challenges.
Website: www.tommys.org
Mental health support for young people, parents, and caregivers.
Website: www.youngminds.org.uk
Parent Helpline: 0808 802 5544
A free, confidential service for children and young people under 19.
Website: www.childline.org.uk
Phone: 0800 1111
Resources for employers and employees to improve workplace mental health.
Website: www.mentalhealthatwork.org.uk
Support for employees struggling with mental health at work.
Website: www.able-futures.co.uk
Phone: 0800 321 3137
Help for those dealing with grief and loss.
Website: www.cruse.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 808 1677
An online mental health community offering peer support and resources.
Website: www.togetherall.com
Self-help guides and tools for common mental health challenges.
Website: www.moodjuice.scot.nhs.uk
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