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UK Crisis Support Resources
UK crisis support resources and immediate help when you need it most.
You Are Not Alone
If you're in crisis, please reach out for professional support. Shadow work can bring up difficult emotions and memories.
Your safety and wellbeing come first, always.
Emergency Support (UK)
Emergency Services
999
If you are in immediate danger or have seriously hurt yourself.
Available: 24/7
Samaritans
116 123
Free, confidential support for anyone in emotional distress. You don't have to be suicidal to call.
Available: 24/7, 365 days a year
Email: jo@samaritans.org
Crisis Text Line
Text SHOUT to 85258
Free, 24/7 text support for anyone in crisis. Trained counsellors available via text.
Available: 24/7
NHS 111
111
For urgent medical help or mental health support when it's not an emergency.
Available: 24/7
Online: 111.nhs.uk
Ongoing Support Services
Mind
Info Line: 0300 123 3393
Mental health information and support. Local Mind services available across the UK.
Available: Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm
Website: mind.org.uk
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)
Helpline: 0800 58 58 58
Support for men, but anyone can use the webchat service.
Available: Daily, 5pm-midnight
Webchat: thecalmzone.net
Rethink Mental Illness
Advice Line: 0300 5000 927
Support for people affected by mental illness, including family and carers.
Available: Monday-Friday, 9:30am-4pm
Website: rethink.org
Papyrus HOPELINEUK
Helpline: 0800 068 41 41
Support for young people under 35 experiencing suicidal thoughts.
Available: Monday-Friday 10am-10pm, weekends 2pm-10pm
Email: pat@papyrus-uk.org
Additional Support
Your GP
Your local GP can refer you to NHS mental health services and provide ongoing support.
Many offer same-day appointments for mental health concerns.
NHS Talking Therapies
Free talking therapies for common mental health problems.
You can refer yourself without seeing a GP first.
Find services: nhs.uk/service-search/mental-health
Mental Health Crisis Team
Available in most areas for urgent mental health support.
Contact via your GP, NHS 111, or local mental health services.
Employee Assistance Programs
Many employers offer free, confidential counselling services.
Check with your HR department or employee handbook.
Important Reminders for Shadow Work
- • Go slowly - healing isn't a race
- • Seek support when things feel too big
- • Trust your intuition about your limits
- • Professional support is not a sign of weakness
- • You deserve care and compassion, especially from yourself
Shadow work should never be done in isolation. Community, support, and professional guidance are essential.
When You're Ready
Crisis support is always available. When you feel grounded and supported, shadow work can be a powerful path to healing.