InternationalFinding the right support in the UK
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 the UK, 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 999 or go to your nearest A&E.
If you need to talk to someone now:
| Service | How to reach them | When |
|---|---|---|
| Samaritans | Call 116 123 (free) | 24/7 |
| Shout | Text SHOUT to 85258 (free) | 24/7 |
| NHS 111 — urgent mental health (England) | Call 111 and choose option 2 | 24/7 |
| NHS 111 Wales — urgent mental health | Call 111 and press 2 | 24/7 |
| NHS 24 — Scotland | Call 111 and choose the mental health option | Check NHS inform for times |
| Lifeline — Northern Ireland | Call 0808 808 8000 | 24/7 |
Getting mental health care
Start with your GP
Your GP (family doctor) is usually the best first step. They can talk through how you've been feeling, discuss options, and refer you to NHS mental health services if that's right for you. If you're not registered with a GP, you can register with a local practice — you don't need to be a British citizen to do so.
NHS Talking Therapies (England)
If you live in England and you're 18 or over (16 or 17 in some areas), you can refer yourself to NHS Talking Therapies for anxiety and depression — you don't need to see your GP first. Search "Find an NHS Talking Therapies service" on nhs.uk and enter your GP surgery's name.
Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
Speak to your GP, who can refer you to local psychological and mental health services. In Scotland, Breathing Space (0800 83 85 87) is a free, confidential listening line for anyone over 16 (Monday–Thursday 6pm–2am, Friday 6pm–midnight, weekends 2pm–midnight).
Information and someone to talk to
Mind can help you understand your options and find services near you.
- Mind Infoline: 0300 123 3393 (9am–6pm, Monday–Friday)
- Mind Support Line: 0300 102 1234 (9am–6pm, Monday–Friday) Free interpreting is available in many languages.
Specialised support
| If you're dealing with… | Service | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic abuse (women) | National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge | 0808 2000 247 · 24/7 |
| Domestic abuse (men, including trans and non-binary people) | Men's Advice Line, run by Respect | 0808 8010327 · Mon–Fri 10am–5pm |
| Domestic abuse (LGBT+) | Galop LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline | 0800 999 5428 · Mon–Fri 10am–5pm (to 8pm Wed & Thu) |
| Honour-based abuse or forced marriage | Karma Nirvana | 0800 5999 247 |
| Abuse affecting Black and minoritised women, including South Asian women | Southall Black Sisters | 020 8571 0800 · Mon–Fri 10am–4pm |
| Eating disorders | Beat | England 0808 801 0677 · Scotland 0808 801 0432 · Wales 0808 801 0433 · NI 0808 801 0434 · Mon–Fri 3pm–8pm |
| Drugs | FRANK | 0300 123 6600 or text 82111 · 24/7 |
| Alcohol (yours or someone else's) | Drinkline | 0300 123 1110 · weekdays 9am–8pm, weekends 11am–4pm |
| LGBTQIA+ support | Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline | 0800 0119 100 |
If you're worried about a child
- If a child is in immediate danger, call 999.
- Otherwise, contact the children's social care team at the child's local council, or call police on 101.
- The NSPCC Helpline (0808 800 5000, Monday–Friday 10am–4pm, or help@nspcc.org.uk) can advise adults who are worried about a child.
- Children and young people under 19 can call Childline on 0800 1111.
When you're ready
Getting the right care comes first. When everyday life feels steadier and you'd like support with things like 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 the UK?
Call 999 or go to A&E.
Is there a free mental health or crisis helpline in the UK?
Yes. Samaritans: 116 123 (free, 24/7); NHS 111: call 111 and choose the mental health option; Shout: text SHOUT to 85258.
Where can I get free mental health support in the UK?
Samaritans: call 116 123 (free, 24/7). In an emergency, call 999. For ongoing care, you can speak to your GP. 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 the UK, from £30 a session. See Mantraminds in the UK.
Page last reviewed: 4 October 2026