If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out for immediate support. This page provides a directory of verified crisis resources and helplines for various regions, including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
These services offer 24/7 compassionate care and intervention for suicide prevention, trauma, and emotional distress. HiBoop provides this directory as a public resource to ensure that individuals in crisis can quickly find the professional help they need.
Immediate Help
If you or someone you support needs help right now, you're not alone. These resources are available 24/7 and can offer immediate, compassionate support.
Life-Threatening Emergency
If you are in immediate danger or experiencing a medical emergency
[phone protected]Suicide & Crisis Support
24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress
What to Expect When You Reach Out
Trained Counselors
You'll speak with trained, compassionate crisis counselors who are there to listen without judgment. They won't hang up or turn you away. Calls and texts are confidential.
Safe & Confidential
Your conversation is private. Crisis counselors are bound by confidentiality and will only contact emergency services if you are in immediate danger.
Take Your Time
There's no rush. You can take as long as you need to talk through what you're experiencing. The counselor will listen and help you explore your feelings and options.
Next Steps Together
The counselor will work with you to develop a safety plan and connect you with ongoing support resources in your area if needed.
Supporting Someone in Crisis
Listen Without Judgment
Let them share their feelings. Don't try to "fix" everything or minimize what they're going through. Sometimes just being heard makes a difference.
Ask Directly About Safety
If you're concerned about self-harm or suicide, ask directly: "Are you thinking about hurting yourself?" or "Are you thinking about suicide?" Asking won't put the idea in their head, it shows you care.
Encourage Professional Help
Offer to help them reach out to the crisis resources below. You can stay with them while they call, or even make the call together. For immediate danger, don't hesitate to call 911.
Stay Connected
Check in regularly. Let them know you care about them and that they're not alone. Remove access to means of self-harm if possible (medications, weapons, etc.).
Recognizing Warning Signs
If you or someone you know shows these signs, reach out for professional support. Early intervention saves lives.
Verbal Indicators
- crisis.talkingAboutWanting
- crisis.expressingFeelings
- crisis.sayingThingsLike
- crisis.discussingBeingA
Behavioral Changes
- crisis.increasingUseOf
- Withdrawing from activities or people
- Giving away possessions
- Saying goodbye to loved ones
Mood Indicators
- Extreme mood swings
- Sudden calmness after depression
- Intense rage or talk of revenge
- Expressing deep shame or guilt
Specific Support Resources
Trusted organizations providing specialized support for specific conditions and communities.
Addiction & Substance Use
Eating Disorders
Psychosis & Bipolar
Crisis Resources by Region
USA resources are shown first based on your location. All services below provide free, confidential support.
USA Detected Region
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988)
The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources.
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor. Free 24/7 support at your fingertips.
The Trevor Project
The world’s largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for LGBTQ young people.
Veterans Crisis Line
Connect with caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are Veterans themselves.
SAMHSA Find Help & Support
Treatment locators and resources from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
Australia
Lifeline Australia
24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services. We are here to listen and help you through.
Beyond Blue
Information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health.
1800RESPECT
National domestic, family and sexual violence counselling, information and support service.
Head to Health
Digital mental health resources and services from the Australian Government.
Canada
Suicide Crisis Helpline (9-8-8)
Immediate support for anyone across Canada who is thinking about suicide, or who is worried about someone else.
Kids Help Phone
Canada's only 24/7, national support service. Professional counselling and volunteer-led text support for young people.
Hope for Wellness Helpline
Immediate help to all Indigenous peoples across Canada. Phone and chat counselling available in English, French, Cree, Ojibway and Inuktitut.
Crisis Text Line
Text-based mental health support and crisis intervention across Canada. Free and confidential.
Trans Lifeline
Grassroots hotline offering direct emotional and financial support to trans people in crisis. By trans people, for trans people.
Canada.ca Mental Health Support
Access federal and provincial mental health services, including virtual care and indigenous support.
Ireland
Samaritans Ireland
A safe place for you to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever is getting to you.
Free, therapeutic support to people who are in suicidal distress and those who engage in self-harm.
Text 50808
A free 24/7 text service, providing everything from a calming chat to immediate support for people going through a mental health or emotional crisis.
HSE Your Mental Health
Information, advice, and services from the Health Service Executive (HSE) for your mental health and wellbeing.
New Zealand
Lifeline Aotearoa
Helping New Zealanders since 1964. Free community helplines, 24/7 confidential support.
Youthline
Free, 24/7 helpline for young New Zealanders. Text, call, or email for support.
Ministry of Health NZ
Mental health and addiction services information from the New Zealand Government.
South Africa
SADAG
The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) provides 24-hour counselling for suicide crisis and mental health support.
Lifeline South Africa
24-hour crisis intervention service. Promoting emotional wellness for individuals and communities.
South African Government Services
Official government services and emergency contact information for social development and mental health.
UK
Samaritans
Whatever you are going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. We are here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Childline
Support for children and young people in the UK. Call us on 0800 1111 or have a 1-2-1 chat.
SHOUT
Shout 85258 is a free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope.
NHS Mental Health Services
Find NHS mental health services, urgent support, and talking therapies.
International
Befrienders Worldwide
A network of emotional support centers worldwide. Find a helpline in your country using their directory.
Important Notice
HiBoop is a health care platform for professionals for progressive assessments. We are not doctors or a crisis service. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please use the professional services listed above or proceed to your nearest emergency department.
The resources listed on this page are provided for reference only. HiBoop does not operate, endorse, or maintain any of these third-party services. Please verify contact information directly with each organization before use.