If you need instant support right now, you can call one of the following numbers for professional help.

Lifeline – 0800 543 354
Lifeline SMS - Text 'Help' to 4357
Suicide Crisis Helpline – 0508 828 865
Healthline – 0800 611 116
Samaritans – 0800 726 666
Need To Talk? - 1737

Other specialist helplines

Alcohol and Drug Helpline – 0800 787 797 or online chat
Are You OK – 0800 456 450 family violence helpline
Gambling Helpline – 0800 654 655
Anxiety phone line – 0800 269 4389 (0800 ANXIETY)
Seniorline – 0800 725 463 A free information service for older people
Shine – 0508 744 633 confidential domestic abuse helpline
Quit Line – 0800 778 778
Women's Refuge Crisisline – 0800 733 843 (0800 REFUGE) (for women living with violence, or in fear, in their relationship or family)
Shakti Crisis Line – 0800 742 584 (for migrant or refugee women living with family violence
Rape Crisis – 0800 883 300 (for support after rape or sexual assault)