I’m having a mental health crisis

Young man looking anxiousIf you have urgent concerns about a mental health problem and need immediate help, you can:

  • Call 111 and select the Mental Health option – this is how to access the NHS urgent mental health triage helpline 24/7 for all ages. You can also go to 111 online
  • Call the Samaritans on 116 123 – for 24/7 telephone support
  • Text “SHOUT” to 85258 – for 24/7 crisis text support
  • Call on 0800 58 58 58 or use their webchat from 5pm to midnight everyday if you are struggling and need to talk
  • Text “LIGHTHOUSE” and your postcode to 07451276010 between 4.30pm-12am (for example: LIGHTHOUSE SO14 0YG) for urgent support. The Lighthouse will then contact you by phone or text. Please note this is only open to those over 18 years of age and living in Southampton

In a life-threatening emergency call 999 or visit A&E.

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