Need help now?

Whilst Practitioner Health does not operate a crisis service know that you are not alone and there are people here to help you.

I'm going to hurt myself or someone else

If you:

• Have attempted suicide
• Have seriously harmed yourself
• Feel like you can't keep yourself safe
• Feel like you'll hurt someone else

You need urgent medical help. Please:

• Call 999
• Go straight to A&E and say that you are struggling
• Contact your local crisis team if you're known to them

If you can't do this by yourself, ask someone to help you.

Mental health emergencies are serious. You're not wasting anyone's time.

If you aren't sure if you should call 999, you can call NHS 111 for advice. Call 111 (England and Wales) or contact NHS 111 online (England only). They will tell you what to do and where to go.

I need urgent help, but my life isn't at risk

If you can keep yourself safe for a short while, but you still need urgent support, you can:

1. Contact NHS 111. You can call 111 for the 24/7 mental health support line (England and Wales). Or contact NHS NHS 111 online (England).
2. Go to an urgent treatment centre. The NHS website has more information about when to go to an urgent treatment centre.
3. Contact your GP for an emergency appointment. Our page on how to get help from your GP has more information.

I need to help someone else

If someone you know is having a mental health crisis, it can be scary and upsetting. But your support can make a big difference.

Stay calm, listen without judging, and let them know you care. Encourage them to get help and stay with them if they're at risk of harm.

See information on helping someone else seek help