Are you concerned about yourself or someone else?
Mental Health Crisis Support
If you are concerned about yourself, friends or family get immediate support and information 24/7 and Text CRISIS to 086 180 2895. You can also request a crisis information text free of charge at our website www.gethelp.ie (opens in a new tab)
If you are concerned about yourself
If you are in a crisis and having thoughts of suicide or considering hurting yourself then please talk to someone you trust before you do anything. Ask a parent, family member or friend to help you and go straight to a GP, out of hours clinic, hospital or garda station and get immediate assistance.
If you are worried about a friend or family member
Because you know them so well you might be the first person to notice the changes in behaviour and mood that can signify that a friend or family member is entering or in a mental health crisis. Ask them if they are OK and if there is anything you can do to help. Talk to a trusted friend or family member about your concerns. DON'T keep them a secret!!
If you feel that your friend or family member is in danger then see our Emergency information below. If the situation is not an immediate crisis you can contact a helpline 24/7 for advice and help and some of these are listed below. You can also visit our crisis assistance resources at www.ineedhelp.ie (opens in a new tab) which has more detailed information on mental health issues, helplines, support groups and safe spaces.
If you need access to counselling services
If you need fast access to counselling services for yourself or someone else who is in crisis or at immediate risk of self-harming we provide funding to cover the costs of private counselling upon GP referral (subject to availability and funding). For more information click HERE (youthcrisiscounselling.ie, opens in a new tab)
Helplines
- The Samaritans 116 123
- Pieta House 1800 24 72 47
- ISPCC Childline 1800 66 66 66
- ISPCC TeenLine 1800 83 36 34
What to do in an emergency
If a friend mentions suicide, take it seriously. If they have expressed an immediate plan, or have access to prescription medication or other potentially deadly means, do not leave them alone. Get help immediately.
If there is immediate risk to life call 999 or 112 and get an ambulance and the Gardaí to attend.