In crisis
Suppport
If you're feeling so low that you want to die, it's important to tell someone. Help and support is available from lots of different places and you don't have to cope with difficult feelings alone. Things can get better and there are people who can help. You are not alone.
Phone a helpline.
Talk to someone you trust.
Call a GP and ask for an emergency appointment.
Call 111 out of hours - they will help you find the support you need.
Is your life in danger? Have you tried to harm yourself?
Call 999 or go straight to A&E.
Young minds
Provides free, 24/7 text support for young people across the UK experiencing a mental health crisis. All texts are answered by trained volunteers with support from clinical advisors.
Texts are free.
Text YM to 85258
Papyrus
Offers confidential support and support for young people struggling with suicidal thoughts.
Phone: 08000684141
Text: 07860039967
Open: 9am- 12pm
samaritans
Phone: 116123
Open: 24/7
Childline
Under 19s can call, chat online or email about any problems.
You can also sign up for free 1-2-1 counsellor chat and email support service.
Open: 9am- 12pm
CAMHS
https://www.camhs-nhshighland.com/
NHS Highland
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service
The Phoenix Centre
Raigmore Hospital
Inverness
IV23UJ
Hours Monday–Friday 9am–5pm
Phone 01463 705597
Email: nhshighland.phoenixcentre@nhs.scot
We have a duty system in place where a clinician is available between 2pm-4:30pm to provide a point of contact for professionals seeking advice, and families seeking information or updates. We cannot guarantee that you will be able to speak to someone straight away but are aiming to return calls within three working days.
Mikeysline
Non judgmental confidential support for emotional distress or mental health support.
Face to Face support via Google Meet/ Hive Centre
Contact at:
https://www.mikeysline.co.uk/appointments/
Monday- Thursday 4pm -5:40pm
Friday- Saturday 2pm - 5:30pm
Text on 07786207755
