Global Mental Health & Crisis Hotlines
When life feels overwhelming, reaching out for help can make all the difference. No matter where you are in the world, support is closer than you may realize. This guide brings together a wide range of free, confidential, and often 24/7 mental health and crisis hotlines—whether you’re experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, domestic violence, substance use struggles, or other urgent concerns.
Many services are available by phone, text, or chat, giving the freedom to choose the option that feels safest and most comfortable. For additional crisis intervention support, you can explore the organizations listed in this guide or access further health and wellness resources by visiting the MentalHealth.com Library.
For those in the United States who are not in immediate crisis but are looking to connect with a therapist, you can explore the MentalHealth.com Network for assistance in finding professional support.
United States
Emergency
- Dial 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
National Hotlines
- SAMHSA’s Helpline: +1 (800) 662-HELP (4357)
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988
- Disaster Distress Helpline: +1 (800) 985-5990
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: +1 (800) 273-8255
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: +1 (800) 799-7233
- Family Violence Helpline: +1 (800) 996-6228
- National Hopeline Network: +1 (800) 784-2433
- Self-Harm Hotline: +1 (800) 366-8288
- Planned Parenthood Hotline: +1 (800) 230-7526
- Poison Control Centers: +1 (800) 222-1222
- Alcohol & Drug Hope Line: +1 (800) 622-2255
- Anorexia & Bulimia Crisis Line: +1 (800) 233-4357
- GLBT National Help Center: +1 (888) 843-4564
- The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth): +1 (866) 488-7386
- AIDS Crisis Line: +1 (800) 221-7044
- Childhelp (Child Abuse Hotline): +1 (800) 422-4453
- Trans Lifeline: +1 (877) 565-8860
- Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1
Youth-Specific Resources
- Boys Town National Hotline: +1 (800) 448-3000
- Covenant House (Homeless Youth): +1 (800) 999-9999
- ReachOut: +1 (800) 448-3000
- Love is Respect (Dating Abuse): +1 (866) 331-9474
- Cyber Civil Rights (Revenge Porn): +1 (844) 878-2274
- National Center for Missing & Exploited Children: +1 (800) 843-5678
- RAINN (Sexual Assault Support): +1 (800) 656-4673
- National Runaway Switchboard: +1 (800) 786-2929
Canada
- Talk Suicide Canada: +1 (833) 456-4566 | Text: 45645
- Crisis Services Canada: Website
- Your Life Counts: Website
- Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention: Website
United Kingdom & Ireland
- Samaritans: 116 123
- Shout UK (Text Service): Text SHOUT to 85258
- NHS Mental Health Services (UK): Call 111, Option 2
- Your Life Counts (UK): Website
Australia
- Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14
- Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
- Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
New Zealand
- Lifeline Aotearoa: 0800 543 354
- The Lowdown: 0800 111 757 | Text: 5626
- Need to Talk?: Call or Text 1737
India
- iCall (TISS): +91 9152987821 | Email: icall@tiss.edu
- AASRA: +91 9820466726
- Vandrevala Foundation Helpline: 9999 666 555 / 1860 266 2345
- Muktaa Mental Health Helpline: 0788-788-9882
Other Countries
Here are selected highlights:
- Brazil – CVV: 188 | Website
- Mexico – SAPTEL: 800 472 7835 | Linea de la Vida: 800 911 2000
- Iran – Crisis Line: 123
- Germany – Telefonseelsorge: 0800 111 0 111 or 0800 111 0 222
- France – SOS Amitié: 09 72 39 40 50 | Suicide Écoute: 01 45 39 40 00
- South Africa – SADAG: 0800 567 567
- Japan – TELL Lifeline: 03-5774-0992 | Inochi no Denwa: 0570-783-556
- China – Lifeline Shanghai: 400 821 1215
- Russia – EMERCOM Line: +7 (495) 989-50-50
- Nigeria – SURPIN: 0908 021 7555 / 0903 440 0009
- Kenya – Red Cross Support: 1199
- Philippines – NCMH Crisis Hotline: 1553 | 0917 899 8727
- Indonesia – Mental Health Hotline: 119 ext. 8
- Thailand – Mental Health Hotline: 1323
Final Note
Wherever you are, remember: reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness. These hotlines are staffed by trained professionals and volunteers who want to listen, support, and connect you to resources. If one line is busy or doesn’t feel like the right fit, try another—you are not alone, and help is always available.
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The Clinical Affairs Team at MentalHealth.com is a dedicated group of medical professionals with diverse and extensive clinical experience. They actively contribute to the development of content, products, and services, and meticulously review all medical material before publication to ensure accuracy and alignment with current research and conversations in mental health. For more information, please visit the Editorial Policy.
MentalHealth.com is a health technology company guiding people towards self-understanding and connection. The platform provides reliable resources, accessible services, and nurturing communities. Its purpose is to educate, support, and empower people in their pursuit of well-being.