InternationalFinding the right support in Portugal
Mantraminds offers non-clinical well-being counselling. If you need more support than we can offer, such as care from a doctor, a mental health professional or a specialist service, free and confidential help is available across Portugal, and the options below are a good place to start.
If you are in danger right now
If your life, or someone else's, is at risk, call 112.
If you need to talk to someone now:
| Service | How to reach them | When |
|---|---|---|
| SNS 24 — psychological counselling line | Call 808 24 24 24 and ask for psychological counselling | 24/7 |
| SOS Voz Amiga | Call 213 544 545 · 912 802 669 · 963 524 660 · 930 712 500 | Every day, 3.30pm–12.30am |
Getting mental health care
Start with your médico de família
Your family doctor at your local centro de saúde (health centre) is usually the best first step. Say you'd like to talk about your mental health. They can talk through how you're feeling and, if it's right for you, refer you to SNS mental health services, including psychology or psychiatry.
If you're not yet registered with a centro de saúde, ask at the one nearest your home. You'll usually need your SNS user number (número de utente).
SNS 24
- Phone: 808 24 24 24, any time. SNS 24 can give health advice, tell you where to go for care and connect you with its psychological counselling team.
Specialised support
| If you're dealing with… | Service | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence | Serviço de Informação às Vítimas de Violência Doméstica (CIG) | 800 202 148 · SMS 3060 · free, 24/7 |
| Alcohol, drugs, gambling and other addictions | Linha Vida (ICAD) | 1414 · free, Mon–Fri 10am–6pm |
| Children and young people | SOS Criança e Jovem (Instituto de Apoio à Criança) | 116 111 · WhatsApp 913 069 404 · free, weekdays |
If you're worried about a child
If a child is in immediate danger, call 112. Otherwise, you can contact:
| Service | How to reach them |
|---|---|
| SOS Criança e Jovem (Instituto de Apoio à Criança) | 116 111 · free, weekdays |
| Your local Comissão de Proteção de Crianças e Jovens (CPCJ) | Ask at your câmara municipal (town hall) or centro de saúde |
When you're ready
Getting the right care comes first. When things feel steadier and you'd like support with family, relationships, work or life changes, we'd be glad to hear from you again.
Email us at contact@mantraminds.com.
The services listed on this page are independent organisations. Mantraminds is not affiliated with, endorsed by or responsible for any of them. Details were checked in October 2026 and can change — please check each service's own website. Mantraminds is not an emergency or crisis service.
Quick questions
What is the emergency number in Portugal?
Call 112.
Is there a free mental health or crisis helpline in Portugal?
Yes. SNS 24 psychological counselling line (staffed by psychologists): call 808 24 24 24 and ask for psychological counselling (24/7); SOS Voz Amiga (emotional support): call 213 544 545 · 912 802 669 · 963 524 660 · 930 712 500 (Daily 3.30pm–12.30am).
Where can I get free mental health support in Portugal?
SNS 24 psychological counselling line (staffed by psychologists): call 808 24 24 24 and ask for psychological counselling (24/7). In an emergency, call 112. For ongoing care, you can speak to your médico de família at your local centro de saúde, or SNS 24 on 808 24 24 24. This page lists more free services.
Well-being counselling in Hindi and English
For everyday challenges such as stress, relationships, parenting and life changes, Mantraminds offers online, non-clinical well-being counselling for adults in Portugal, from €35 a session. See Mantraminds in Portugal.
Page last reviewed: 4 October 2026