Mental Health Contacts
Find Mental Health Support Today
Mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, or stress, can significantly impact neurodivergent individuals with conditions like autism, ADHD, or dyslexia. Accessing timely, accessible support is crucial to thriving in education, work, and daily life.
This comprehensive directory provides UK helplines, crisis services, and organisations tailored for neurodivergent individuals, with searchable contacts and expert guidance from Calling All Minds.
Crisis Support - Immediate Help Available
Call Samaritans
116 123
Free 24/7 emotional support
Text Shout
SHOUT to 85258
Free 24/7 crisis text support
NHS 111 Option 2
111 → 2
Free 24/7 urgent mental health
Why Mental Health Contacts Matter
Neurodivergent individuals often face unique mental health challenges, such as heightened anxiety in autism, impulsivity-related stress in ADHD, or study-related depression in dyslexia. In the UK, over 1 million people are on mental health waiting lists in 2025, underscoring the need for accessible, immediate support options.
Helplines, crisis services, and charities provide vital lifelines, offering emotional support, practical advice, and connections to local resources. For neurodivergent students and professionals, mental health support complements assistive technology tools and funding options like Access to Work and DSA.
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Mental Health Contacts Directory
Samaritans
24/7 helpline for anyone struggling emotionally, offering non-judgmental listening. Ideal for neurodivergent individuals needing to talk through anxiety or stress.
Mind Support Line
Provides information and support for mental health issues, connecting to specialist services. Suitable for neurodivergent users seeking advice on workplace stress.
Shout 85258
24/7 text-based crisis service for immediate mental health support, ideal for neurodivergent users preferring non-verbal communication.
NHS 111 Option 2
24/7 urgent mental health helpline for crisis support, connecting to local services or arranging face-to-face assessments.
Anxiety UK
Supports individuals with anxiety disorders, common in neurodiversity (e.g., social anxiety in autism). Offers helplines, therapy, and webinars.
ADHD Foundation
Offers resources and support for ADHD-related mental health challenges, including stress and low mood.
PAPYRUS
24/7 support for under-35s at risk of suicide or supporting others, relevant for neurodivergent youth facing study pressure.
Student Minds
Mental health charity for students, offering helpline and online resources for study-related stress.
SANEline
Emotional support for mental health issues, with accessibility for neurodivergent users needing evening support.
Switchboard LGBT+
Listening service for LGBTQIA+ individuals, including neurodivergent users facing identity-related mental health challenges.
Accessing Support
Using mental health contacts can feel daunting, especially for neurodivergent individuals with sensory or communication challenges. Below are tips to make the process easier, tailored for 2025 UK services.
🔍What to Expect
Helplines: Trained listeners provide non-judgmental support, often for as long as needed
Crisis Services: NHS 111 Option 2 or Shout 85258 offer immediate help
Confidentiality: Most services are confidential unless immediate harm is disclosed
Accessibility: Options include BSL, text, and alternative formats
💡Tips for Neurodivergent Users
Prepare: Note your needs to guide the conversation
Try Multiple Times: Busy lines may require retries
Use Non-Verbal Options: Text-based services suit speech difficulties
Combine with AT: Use assistive technology tools to manage stress
Challenges & Solutions
Busy Lines
Challenge: Popular helplines may be engaged during peak times
Solution: Try multiple times or use text-based services like Shout 85258. Schedule calls during quieter hours.
Stigma
Challenge: Fear of judgment when discussing mental health
Solution: Use anonymous services like Samaritans or contact neurodiversity-focused charities for understanding support.
Sensory Overload
Challenge: Phone calls can overwhelm due to auditory processing challenges
Solution: Opt for text (Shout) or email options. Use noise-cancelling headphones during calls.
Wait Times
Challenge: NHS mental health services face long waiting lists
Solution: Access immediate support via NHS 111 Option 2 or PAPYRUS. Use AT apps for interim coping.
Calling All Minds Support
Calling All Minds enhances mental health support for neurodivergent individuals through tailored assistive technology solutions. Our team, with over a decade of collective experience, offers:
🎓AT Training
Workshops to master tools like Calm, Time Timer, or TouchPoints for emotional regulation, funded by DSA or Access to Work (£200–£1,000).
🔍Mental Health Assessments
Identify AT needs for stress or anxiety management (e.g., noise-cancelling headphones for autism) (£100–£500).
🤝Ongoing Support
Follow-ups to optimize AT use alongside mental health services, ensuring holistic support.
Resources & Next Steps
Key Resources
Next Steps
Contact a helpline: Call Samaritans (116 123) or text Shout (85258)
Explore AT solutions for emotional regulation and stress management
Apply for DSA or Access to Work funding for mental health support
Partner with Calling All Minds for tailored AT and mental health solutions
Join neurodiversity communities for ongoing peer support
Remember: You Are Not Alone
Mental health challenges are common among neurodivergent individuals, and seeking support is a sign of strength. These contacts are here to help you navigate difficult times and connect you with the resources you need.