If you’re looking for online hotlines or support services that you can access digitally, here are some options:
Online Support and Crisis Helplines
- Crisis Text Line
- Text HOME to 741741
- A free, 24/7 text-based service offering confidential support for mental health issues, emotional distress, anxiety, depression, and other crises. Available in the USA and many other countries.
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (USA)
- Text “HELLO” to 741741
- Alternatively, you can visit their website for online chat support: suicidepreventionlifeline.org
- Available 24/7, this helpline offers confidential support for mental health crises.
- The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Support)
- Text “START” to 678-678
- The Trevor Project offers 24/7 online chat support for LGBTQ+ individuals in crisis or those dealing with emotional distress. You can also visit their website for live chat: thetrevorproject.org
- Samaritans (UK & Ireland)
- Email jo@samaritans.org
- For support via email, Samaritans offers confidential, free, 24/7 listening services. You can also visit their website to access live chat support: samaritans.org
- Lifeline (Australia)
- Text 0477 13 11 14
- You can text or access the website for live chat support. Lifeline provides confidential 24/7 support for mental health crises and emotional distress. Visit: lifeline.org.au
- 7 Cups
- Website: 7cups.com
- 7 Cups offers free, anonymous, and confidential online text chat with trained listeners who can provide support for a range of emotional challenges, including anxiety, depression, and grief. Available worldwide.
- GriefLine (Australia)
- Online chat available via griefline.org.au
- A free, confidential support service offering grief counseling via online chat or by phone.
These online hotlines offer confidential support and are available to assist with mental health crises, grief, emotional distress, and more. If you need further information on any specific service or would like additional online resources, let me know!