In an emergency, if you or someone else is at risk of harm, call 999 or visit your nearest Accident and Emergency Department.
If you need help in a mental health crisis call Single Point of Access (SPA) Freephone number 0800 6444 101 which is open 24/7.
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Helplines
24 hour confidential listening service providing emotional support for anyone in crisis
Confidential and anonymous support for men
Confidential helpline for under 35 at risk of suicide or anyone concerned about a young person
listening service for the LGBT+ community via phone, email or instant messaging
Mental Health Support anytime of the day or night whether you are experiencing a mental health crisis, need mental health support or just want to talk 0800 6444 101.
Services for adults
Make a referral or talk about an urgent mental health problem
Countywide out of hour’s mental health crisis centre for those aged 16+
Free, confidential talking therapy and practical support for people 16+
Prevention, recovery and support services for 16+ in Stevenage, St Albans, Hertford and Welwyn Garden City
Creating opportunities for individuals 18+ to build resilience and manage their whole life and wellbeing out of 7 wellbeing centres in Hertfordshire
Suspected suicide bereavement support
Services for children
Counselling and therapeutic group work for adults and young people
Counselling centre's in Hatfield and Barnet
Counselling for young people in the District of St Albans
Counselling, coaching and other support to help young people aged 10-25 and living in South and West Hertfordshire overcome problems in their lives
Apps
Signposting for emergency or support services in Hertfordshire, as well as tools to help keep people safe in times of crisis and self-care ideas
Easy, quick and discreet access to information and advice about self-harm and suicidal thoughts
App designed to help people resist or manage the urge to self-harm.
Online support
Sandbox - NHS funded support for children and young people
Shout– free crisis text service for anyone, anywhere