Crisis Support & Emergency Hotlines

If you're struggling, you don't have to face it alone. Trained, compassionate counselors are available 24/7 to listen, support, and guide you through difficult moments. Reach out below for immediate, confidential help.

United States & Canada

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

988

24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress. Call or text to connect with a trained counselor.

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Veterans Crisis Line

988 then Press 1

Dedicated support for veterans, service members, and their families. Confidential and available 24/7.

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National Domestic Violence Hotline

1-800-799-7233

24/7 support, safety planning, and referrals for survivors of domestic violence and abuse.

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The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+)

1-866-488-7386

Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth under 25. Safe, confidential, and affirming.

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United Kingdom & Ireland

Samaritans (UK)

116 123

24/7 emotional support for anyone in distress. Confidential, non-judgmental, and free to call.

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NHS 111 (UK)

111

Free NHS urgent medical advice. Call if you need help now but it's not a 999 emergency.

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Pieta House (Ireland)

1800 247 247

Suicide prevention and crisis support line. Open Monday-Friday 7pm-11pm, weekends 7pm-10pm.

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Australia & New Zealand

Lifeline (Australia)

13 11 14

24/7 emotional support and suicide prevention for anyone in crisis. Call, SMS 0477 13 11 14, or chat online.

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Healthline (New Zealand)

0800 611 116

Free, confidential health advice and support 24/7. Open Monday-Friday 10am-8pm for calls, 24/7 online.

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Crisis Text Lines

If speaking isn't comfortable, trained crisis counselors are available via text message.

International Resources

Find a Helpline Worldwide

IASP's international directory helps you locate crisis support in your country or language.

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Befrienders Worldwide

Connect with emotional support centers across 130+ countries. Free, confidential, and compassionate.

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