Finding the right support can sometimes feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. The organisations below offer free and confidential advice, information and specialist support across the UK. Whether you're looking for help for yourself, a loved one or simply want to learn more, these resources may be a helpful starting point.
 

Mental Health

Hub of Hope

Hub of Hope is the UK's largest mental health support directory. It helps people find local mental health services and support organisations based on their postcode.

Website: https://hubofhope.co.uk
Availability: Website available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
 

Rethink Mental Illness

Rethink Mental Illness provides information, practical advice and support for people living with mental illness, as well as their families and carers.

Telephone: 0808 801 0525

Email: advice@rethink.org

Website: https://www.rethink.org

Availability: Advice and Information Service is available Monday to Friday. Please check the website for current opening hours.
 

Mental Health Foundation

The Mental Health Foundation provides evidence-based information, research and practical resources to help improve mental wellbeing and prevent poor mental health.

Telephone: 020 7803 1100

Email: info@mentalhealth.org.uk

Website: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk

Availability: Website resources are available 24 hours a day. Office opening hours are available on the website.
 

Mind

Mind provides information and support for anyone experiencing mental health difficulties. They offer advice on mental health conditions, treatment options, legal rights and local support services.

Telephone: 0300 123 3393

Email: info@mind.org.uk

Website: https://www.mind.org.uk

Availability: Infoline available Monday to Friday, 9:00am–6:00pm.
 

Anxiety UK

Anxiety UK supports people living with anxiety disorders, including generalised anxiety, panic disorder, health anxiety and phobias.

Telephone: 03444 775 774

Email: support@anxietyuk.org.uk

Website: https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk

Availability: Helpline opening hours vary. Please visit the website for the latest information.
 

No Panic

No Panic offers support for people experiencing panic attacks, panic disorder, OCD, phobias and other anxiety disorders.

Telephone: 0300 772 9844

Email: admin@nopanic.org.uk

Website: https://nopanic.org.uk

Availability: Helpline and recovery programmes operate on scheduled days. Please visit the website for current opening hours.
 

OCD Action

OCD Action provides information, advocacy and peer support for people affected by Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

Telephone: 0300 636 5478

Email: support@ocdaction.org.uk

Website: https://www.ocdaction.org.uk

Availability: Helpline available Monday to Friday. Please check the website for current opening hours.
 

OCD UK

OCD UK offers resources, support groups and evidence-based information for people affected by Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

Telephone: 0333 212 7890

Email: office@ocduk.org

Website: https://www.ocduk.org

Availability: Website resources are available 24 hours a day. Support service opening hours are listed on the website.
 

Beat

Beat provides support, information and resources for anyone affected by an eating disorder, including family members and carers.

Telephone: 0808 801 0677

Email: help@beateatingdisorders.org.uk

Website: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk

Availability: Helpline, webchat and online support are available daily. Please check the website for current opening hours.
 

Neurodivergence

ADHD UK

ADHD UK provides information, education and signposting for adults, children, parents and professionals affected by ADHD.

Telephone: Please see the website.

Email: hello@adhduk.co.uk

Website: https://adhduk.co.uk

Availability: Website resources are available 24 hours a day.
 

ADHD Foundation

The ADHD Foundation is the UK's leading neurodiversity charity, providing support, education and training for people with ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions.

Telephone: 0151 541 9020

Email: info@adhdfoundation.org.uk

Website: https://www.adhdfoundation.org.uk

Availability: Monday to Friday during office hours. Please see the website for details.
 

National Autistic Society

The National Autistic Society provides information, advice and practical support for autistic people, their families and professionals.

Telephone: 0808 800 4104

Email: autismhelpline@nas.org.uk

Website: https://www.autism.org.uk

Availability: Helpline opening hours vary. Please check the website for the latest information.
 

Autistica

Autistica is the UK's leading autism research charity, providing evidence-based information and practical resources.

Telephone: 020 3857 4340

Email: info@autistica.org.uk

Website: https://www.autistica.org.uk

Availability: Website resources are available 24 hours a day.
 

British Dyslexia Association

The British Dyslexia Association offers information, support and practical guidance for people with dyslexia.

Telephone: 0333 405 4555

Email: helpline@bdadyslexia.org.uk

Website: https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk

Availability: Helpline available on selected weekdays. Please check the website for current opening hours.
 

Dyspraxia Foundation

The Dyspraxia Foundation provides support and information for people with Developmental Coordination Disorder (Dyspraxia).

Telephone: 01462 454986

Email: info@dyspraxiafoundation.org.uk

Website: https://dyspraxiafoundation.org.uk

Availability: Office opening hours are available on the website.
 

Tourettes Action

Tourettes Action supports people living with Tourette syndrome through information, advocacy and peer support.

Telephone: 0300 777 8427

Email: support@tourettes-action.org.uk

Website: https://www.tourettes-action.org.uk

Availability: Helpline and support services operate on weekdays. Please see the website for current opening hours.
 

Children & Young People

YoungMinds

YoungMinds is the UK's leading charity supporting the mental health of children, young people, parents and carers.

Telephone: 0808 802 5544 (Parents Helpline)

Email: parents@youngminds.org.uk

Website: https://www.youngminds.org.uk

Availability: Parents Helpline is open Monday to Friday. Website resources are available 24/7.
 

Place2Be

Place2Be supports children's mental health through schools and provides advice and resources for families.

Telephone: 020 7923 5500

Email: enquiries@place2be.org.uk

Website: https://www.place2be.org.uk

Availability: Office opening hours are available on the website.
 

Childline

Childline is a free, confidential service for children and young people under the age of 19. Young people can contact Childline about any issue, including bullying, family problems, abuse, mental health, relationships, self-esteem, grief, identity and exam stress.

Telephone: 0800 1111

Email: Secure online messaging is available through the website.

Website: https://www.childline.org.uk

Availability: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
 

Bereavement

Winston's Wish

Winston's Wish provides specialist bereavement support for children, young people and their families.

Telephone: 08088 020 021

Email: ask@winstonswish.org

Website: https://www.winstonswish.org

Availability: Helpline available Monday to Friday. Website resources are available 24/7.
 

Cruse Bereavement Support

Cruse offers free bereavement support, information and resources for adults, children and young people.

Telephone: 0808 808 1677

Email: helpline@cruse.org.uk

Website: https://www.cruse.org.uk

Availability: National Helpline opening hours vary. Please see the website for current availability.
 

Domestic Abuse

Women's Aid

Women's Aid provides information, safety planning and support for women affected by domestic abuse.

Telephone: 0808 2000 247

Email: helpline@womensaid.org.uk

Website: https://www.womensaid.org.uk

Availability: National Domestic Abuse Helpline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
 

Refuge

Refuge provides specialist support for women and children experiencing domestic abuse.

Telephone: 0808 2000 247

Email: helpline@refuge.org.uk

Website: https://refuge.org.uk

Availability: National Domestic Abuse Helpline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
 

Men's Advice Line

Men's Advice Line provides confidential advice and support for men experiencing domestic abuse.

Telephone: 0808 801 0327

Email: info@mensadviceline.org.uk

Website: https://mensadviceline.org.uk

Availability: Monday to Friday, 10:00am–5:00pm.
 

Trauma & Victim Support

Rape Crisis England & Wales

Rape Crisis England & Wales provides specialist support for people affected by rape, sexual assault and sexual abuse.

Telephone: 0808 500 2222

Email: Please use the online contact form via the website.

Website: https://rapecrisis.org.uk

Availability: Support Line available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
 

PTSD UK

PTSD UK provides information and resources for people affected by Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Telephone: Please see the website.

Email: info@ptsduk.org

Website: https://www.ptsduk.org

Availability: Website resources are available 24 hours a day.
 

Victim Support

Victim Support provides free practical and emotional support for anyone affected by crime.

Telephone: 08 08 16 89 111

Email: Please use the online contact form via the website.

Website: https://www.victimsupport.org.uk

Availability: Support Line available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
 

Alcohol & Drug Support

Alcohol Change UK

Alcohol Change UK provides information, advice and support for anyone wanting to change their relationship with alcohol.

Telephone: Please see the website.

Email: enquiries@alcoholchange.org.uk

Website: https://alcoholchange.org.uk

Availability: Website resources are available 24 hours a day.
 

Turning Point

Turning Point supports people affected by drug and alcohol use, mental health concerns and learning disabilities.

Telephone: 0300 555 5555

Email: Please use the online contact form via the website.

Website: https://www.turning-point.co.uk

Availability: Services vary by location. Please check the website for local opening hours.
 

Talk to FRANK

Talk to FRANK offers confidential information and advice about drugs and substance use.

Telephone: 0300 123 6600

Email: Please use the online contact form via the website.

Website: https://www.talktofrank.com

Availability: Helpline available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
 

LGBTQIA+ Support

Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline

Switchboard provides confidential listening, information and support for LGBTQIA+ people.

Telephone: 0800 0119 100

Email: hello@switchboard.lgbt

Website: https://switchboard.lgbt

Availability: Every day, 10:00am–10:00pm.
 

Stonewall

Stonewall provides information, guidance and resources supporting LGBTQIA+ equality and wellbeing.

Telephone: 020 7593 1850

Email: info@stonewall.org.uk

Website: https://www.stonewall.org.uk

Availability: Monday to Friday during office hours. Website resources are available 24 hours a day.
 

Older Adults

Age UK

Age UK provides advice, information and support covering health, wellbeing, finances and later life.

Telephone: 0800 678 1602

Email: Please use the online contact form via the website.

Website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk

Availability: Advice Line available 8:00am–7:00pm, 365 days a year.
 

Sleep

The Sleep Charity

The Sleep Charity provides evidence-based advice, information and support for adults and children experiencing sleep difficulties.

Telephone: 03303 530 541

Email: info@thesleepcharity.org.uk

Website: https://thesleepcharity.org.uk

Availability: Monday to Thursday, 9:00am–5:00pm, and Friday, 9:00am–4:00pm. Website resources are available 24 hours a day.
 

Disclaimer

The organisations listed on this page are independent of Mental-health4u and are provided for information only. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the contact details are accurate, services and opening hours may change. Please visit each organisation's website for the latest information. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999 or attend your nearest Accident & Emergency (A&E) department.