Free, 24/7 mental health support in the UK
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What is SpeakUp?
SpeakUp is a SMS support service available 24/7 to individuals in the UK who are finding it difficult to manage their mental health.
You can initiate a conversation with our trained volunteers at any time of the day or night by sending a text message with the word ‘Help’ to 60066. Your messages will not show up on your phone bill, and confidentiality is a key priority.
If you are experiencing a life-threatening situation, please call emergency services immediately by dialing 999.
We can help with:
- Anxiety and stress
- Depression or sadness
- Suicidal thoughts
- Self-harm
- Panic attacks
- Loneliness or isolation
- Abuse
- Bullying
Donate
Thanks to your support, we are able to offer free and confidential assistance 24/7 to individuals in the UK who require immediate mental health support.
A small contribution of £5 can enable someone in distress to access an hour of mental health support. A donation of £15 can cover the cost of an experienced clinician who can provide expert supervision for conversations on our digital mental health platform, while £250 can fund the training of a new SpeakUp Volunteer, who will play an essential role in saving lives through their conversations.
Ways you can get involved
“We will have bad day, not all of us have someone we can talk to. SpeakUp makes this possible”
Jason C
Volunteer Chatter
What can we help you with?
SpeakUp is a free, confidential, anonymous text support service. You can text us from wherever you are in the UK.
If you are struggling to cope and need to talk, our trained SpeakUp Volunteers are here for you, day or night.
If your life is at imminent risk, please call 999 for immediate help.
Getting Help for Suicidal Thoughts
Frequent suicidal thoughts are a common experience that prompts individuals to reach out to our text helpline. Everyone faces difficult times where they feel overwhelmed by their problems, but if suicidal thoughts are becoming more persistent and you are considering self-harm, seeking immediate support is essential.
It is important to understand that you are not alone and help is available to assist you through this challenging time. SpeakUp is here to help, and sometimes it can be easier to communicate through texting than speaking. You can anonymously and confidentially text our helpline any time of the day or night to speak with a trained volunteer for free.
SpeakUp is a confidential, round-the-clock text support service that is available to individuals in the UK who are struggling to cope. By texting the word “SpeakUP” to 60066, you can begin a conversation with our trained volunteers who are prepared to listen and offer support anytime, day or night. You do not need to worry about the message appearing on your phone bill.
In the event of an immediate risk to your life, please contact emergency services by calling 999.