Crisis Support and Mental Health Resources

If You're in Crisis

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the emergency services immediately by dialling 999 or 112.

24/7 Crisis Support

These free helplines and text services are available 24 hours a day, every day:


Samaritans:

Confidential, non-judgemental emotional support for anyone in distress.


Text About It (Crisis Text Line):

Free 24/7 text service providing support for mental health or emotional crises.

  • Text: HELLO to 50808
  • Alternative: Text HELLO to 0861800280 (standard rates may apply)
  • Available 24/7

Pieta House:

Crisis support for people experiencing suicidal ideation or engaging in self-harm.

Mental Health Support Services


HSE YourMentalHealth Information Line:

Information about mental health supports and services available in Ireland.


Aware:

Support for people experiencing depression, anxiety and related mood conditions.


Turn2Me:

Online mental health community with support groups and free counselling.

  • Website: www.turn2me.ie
  • Offers 6 free counselling sessions to anyone over 18 living in Ireland

Specialist Support Services


BeLonG To:

National organisation supporting LGBTI+ young people in Ireland.


Bodywhys:

Support for people affected by eating disorders.


Women's Aid:

National helpline for women experiencing domestic abuse.


Men's Aid Ireland:

Support for men experiencing domestic abuse.


Rape Crisis National Helpline:

24 hour support for anyone affected by rape or sexual assault.