Immediate Support and Helplines
When You Need Support Urgently
While I can’t offer emergency or crisis response, I do want you to feel supported.
If you’re an existing client and things are feeling particularly overwhelming, you’re welcome to contact me. I’ll gladly see whether we can arrange an extra session during my working hours and find a time that feels manageable for us both.
If you are in immediate distress or feel unable to keep yourself safe, please reach out to one of the services below. Many of these organisations are available 24/7 and can offer immediate, compassionate support.
Someone to Talk to Right Now
Samaritans — 24 hours a day, every day
Call 116 123 (free anywhere in the UK)
Email: jo@samaritans.org
Shout Crisis Text Line
Text HANTS to 85258 for free, confidential support if you live in Hampshire or the Isle of Wight
Or text SHOUT to 85258 from anywhere in the UK
If you feel at risk of harming yourself, or are concerned for your immediate safety, please call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.
Local and UK-wide Support Services
Mind — information, advice, and emotional support
Call 0300 102 1234 (Mon–Fri, 9am–6pm except bank holidays)
SANEline — support for anyone affected by mental illness
Call 0300 304 7000 (4pm - 10pm, 365 days a year)
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) — for men or anyone in emotional distress
Call 0800 58 58 58 (daily, 5pm–midnight)
Livechat and Whatsapp available on their website
Childline — for children and young people under 19
Call 0800 1111 (24/7)
1-2-1 counsellor chat available on their website
You can also contact NHS 111 and ask for the Mental Health Triage Service if you’re unsure where to turn or need guidance on local options.
Overseas Support
Samaritans — 24 hours a day, every day
Call 900 525 100 (freephone)
A Note About My Availability
I currently work online only, offering therapy via Zoom, and my practice days are Tuesday to Thursday.
Although I’m not able to provide crisis support between sessions, I aim to offer a steady, supportive, and reliable therapeutic space within those working hours.
If you are an existing client and feel you need additional support, please reach out and we can explore arranging extra time together.
You Are Not Alone
If you are reading this at a moment when things feel heavy, frightening, or overwhelming, please know that reaching out for support is a meaningful and important step.
There are people available to help you right now, and you deserve to be supported.
If you are seeking short or longer-term therapy, or would like to explore working together, I encourage you to contact me during my working days, or reach out for emergency support via one of the helplines above if needed.
