AIAA*
This is a peer support community — we're not therapists and we don't pretend to be. But sometimes you need more than peers. Whether you just want someone to listen, need help finding a therapist, or are going through something heavy — here's where to look.
Anywhere
United States
United Kingdom
Belgium
Netherlands
Germany
France
Australia
Just want to talk to someone
7 Cups
Free trained listeners available 24/7 for text-based conversations. No crisis required — just need someone to hear you.
Anyone · Free
Find A Helpline
Matches you to helplines in your country based on what you're going through — loneliness, anxiety, relationships, anything.
Worldwide · Free
Technology & AI specific
Internet & Technology Addicts Anonymous
12-step fellowship with daily meetings (phone, video, in-person) specifically for internet and technology overuse.
Anyone · Free
Center for Humane Technology
Resources to understand why tech feels addictive and what you can do about it. Podcast, research, and practical guides.
Anyone · Free
Someone to talk to
Warmline Directory
Peer-run phone lines for people who need to talk but are NOT in crisis. The non-emergency version of a hotline.
Anyone · Free
NAMI Helpline
Information, referrals, and support for people living with mental health conditions and their families.
Anyone · Free
TeenLine
Teen-to-teen peer support. Call or text — trained teen counselors who actually get it.
Ages 13-19 · Free
Find a therapist
Psychology Today — Therapist Finder
Search by location, insurance, specialty. The most comprehensive therapist directory in the US.
Anyone · Free to search
BetterHelp
Online therapy with licensed therapists. Text, phone, or video. Financial aid available.
Adults 18+ · Paid
Something heavier
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 . For mental health struggles, emotional distress, or just needing someone to talk to. 24/7.
Anyone · Free
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 . Text-based. Often easier than calling.
Anyone · Free
Someone to talk to
Samaritans
Call 116 123 (free, 24/7). "Whatever you're going through" — not just crisis. Loneliness, worry, confusion, anything.
Anyone · Free
Mind
Mental health information, advice, and local services. Infoline for guidance on treatment and where to get help.
Anyone · Free
Shout
Text SHOUT to 85258 . Free, confidential, 24/7 text-based support.
Anyone, especially young people · Free
YoungMinds
Young people's mental health. Includes a Parents Helpline and resources for under-25s.
Under 25 + parents · Free
Iemand om mee te praten
Tele-Onthaal
Luisterlijn — anoniem, gratis, voor iedereen die wil praten. Bel 106 of chat online.
Iedereen · Gratis
Awel
Luisterlijn voor kinderen en jongeren. Bel, chat of mail over alles wat je bezighoudt.
Kinderen en jongeren · Gratis
Zwaardere momenten
Zelfmoordlijn 1813
Bel 1813 of chat op zelfmoord1813.be. Ook voor donkere gedachten, niet alleen in crisis.
Iedereen · Gratis
Iemand om mee te praten
De Luisterlijn
Anoniem, voor iedereen die wil praten. Bel 0900-0767 , chat of mail.
Iedereen · Gratis
Kindertelefoon
Bel 0800-0432 (gratis) of chat. Over alles wat je bezighoudt.
8-18 jaar · Gratis
Jemand zum Reden
TelefonSeelsorge
Anonym, kostenlos, 24/7. Bel 0800 111 0 111 oder chat online.
Alle · Kostenlos
Nummer gegen Kummer
Kinder/Jugendtelefon: 116 111 . Elterntelefon: 0800 111 0 550 .
Kinder, Jugendliche, Eltern · Kostenlos
Quelqu'un à qui parler
Fil Santé Jeunes
Ligne anonyme pour les jeunes. Appel 0 800 235 236 (gratuit). Santé, relations, mal-être.
12-25 ans · Gratuit
Someone to talk to
Beyond Blue
Mental health support — anxiety, depression, general wellbeing. Call 1300 22 4636 .
Anyone · Free
Kids Helpline
Counseling for young people — phone, email, web chat. Call 1800 55 1800 .
Ages 5-25 · Free
Headspace
Youth mental health centres across Australia. Early intervention for mental health, physical health, work/study.
Ages 12-25 · Free/low-cost
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