Crisis Support Numbers
Winchester Youth Counselling is not a crisis service, we are unable to offer immediate help. If you’re in crisis and need to talk right now, there are many helplines staffed by trained people ready to listen.
These organisations can help you with immediate crisis support:
Papyrus HOPELINE247 – A confidential support service for young people (under 35) struggling with thoughts of suicide, or anyone concerned about a young person.
Papyrus, Prevention of Young Suicide:
0800 068 4141
Samaritans – A free, 24/7 listening service for anyone feeling overwhelmed, distressed, or needing to talk.
Samaritans: 116 123
SHOUT – A free, confidential text service available 24/7, offering support to anyone in crisis via text message.
Shout: Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258
NHS 111 or 999 – Call 111 for urgent medical help or 999 in an emergency when you or someone else’s life is at risk.