Out-of-Hours & Crisis Support – Mental Health Helplines
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or emotional distress, it’s important to know that support is available 24/7. Whether you feel anxious, depressed, suicidal, or simply overwhelmed, the following UK services can provide immediate help and guidance.
Emergency & Crisis Helplines
Samaritans
Talk about anything that is upsetting you.
Free call 116 123 (24/7)
SANEline
Support for anyone experiencing a mental health problem, or supporting someone else.
0300 304 7000 (4:30 pm – 10:30 pm daily)
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK
Supportive listening service for anyone with thoughts of suicide.
0800 689 5652 (6 pm – midnight daily)
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM)
Support for men in crisis via phone or web chat.
0800 58 58 58 (5 pm – midnight daily)
Shout
Text support for mental health crisis if you prefer not to talk.
Text SHOUT to 85258 (24/7)
Switchboard
Support for LGBT+ individuals, including mental health support and advice.
0300 330 0630 (10 am – 10 pm daily)
Contact Akhtar Counselling & Psychology
For professional counselling and psychological support, you can contact:
Mr M. Akhtar, SAC Dip, Counselling Psychologist
Phone: 07719 271779
Clinic Locations:
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Golders Green: 18b North End Road, London NW11 7PH (Opposite Golders Green Station, above Pizza Hut)
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West Hampstead: Unit 8, Hampstead West, 224 Iverson Road, London NW6 2HL (Opposite West Hampstead Thameslink Station)
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Outdoor Therapy: Child Hill Park, Granville Road, London NW2 2AL (Meeting point: Gates on Granville Road)
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Home Visit Therapy: Based on catchment area (contact for availability)
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Online & Telephone Therapy: Available UK-wide via Google Meet or phone
Why This Page Helps You
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Quick access to emergency support in London and across the UK
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Lists 24/7 and out-of-hours services for mental health crises
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Provides professional counselling contact for follow-up support
Remember: If you feel unsafe or in immediate danger, call 999 or go to your nearest hospital.