Let’s get you some help – quickly

Let’s get you some help – quicklySometimes reading an article or watching a video isn’t going to help if you’re in a crisis situation. The experts on the end of these phone lines can help you though. Don’t hesitate to call them – they’re trained to help with what you’re going through and get you safely to a better place.

In Australia?

LIFELINE AUSTRALIA

13 11 14 - 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services. To find local services in your area use Lifeline's Service Finder.

SUICIDE CALL BACK SERVICE

1300 659 467 - 24/7 telephone crisis support for people at risk of suicide, carers and bereaved, as well as online resources and information.

BEYOND BLUE

1300 22 4636 - 24/7 telephone support service and online chat 4pm - 10pm (AEST).

SANE AUSTRALIA

1800 18 7263 - Telephone mental illness advice and referrals, weekdays 9am - 5pm (AEST), online resources and information.

In New zeAland?

LIFELINE NEW ZEALAND

0800 543 354 (0800 LIFELINE) or free text 4357 (HELP)

SUICIDE CRISIS HELPLINE NEW ZEALAND

0508 828 865 Suicide Crisis Helpline  (0508 TAUTOKO)

DEPRESSION HELPLINE NEW ZEALAND

0800 111 757 or free text 4202 (to talk to a trained counsellor about how you are feeling or to ask any questions)

in the uk?

NABS

NABS are the non-profit organisation dedicated to helping the wellbeing of everyone in the creative and media industry. You can call their advice line on 0800 707 6607. Their team understand our industry, but can also help with anything work or non-work related.

Anxiety UK

Charity providing support if you have been diagnosed with an anxiety condition. Phone: 03444 775 774 (Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5.30pm)

Mind

Promotes the views and needs of people with mental health problems. Phone: 0300 123 3393 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm)

Sane

Sane believe that no-one affected by mental illness should face crisis, distress or despair completely alone. You can call SANEline out of hours on 0300 304 7000, 4.30pm – 10.30pm daily

in the us?

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

The National Suicide Prevention Line provides free telephone support to anyone in distress, along with great resources and education for individuals, families and friends. Call 1800-273-8255.

The Mental Health Coalition

The Mental Health Coalition has been formed by brands and mental health organisations across the US to address mental health stigma. Their site is full of useful and relevant resources to help manage your mental health and support others.

in IRELAND?

Pieta offers free, professional therapy for those suffering from suicidal ideation, engaging in self-harm, or require suicide bereavement counselling.
Call: 1800 247 247

The Samaritans provide free, 24/7 confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress, despair or suicidal thoughts.
Free call: 116 123. Available 24/7