Young children and families
Specialises in school-based mental health support for primary and secondary school children (ages 4–14). They provide in-school counselling, emotional literacy programs, and support for parents and school staff.
A free, 24/7 confidential service for anyone under 19 in the UK. Offers 1-to-1 chats, phone calls (0800 1111), and online tools to help younger children express their feelings safely.
Offers extensive resources for children, young people, and parents. They run a dedicated Parents Helpline to give guidance to parents concerned about their child’s emotional wellbeing or behavior.
Young Adults (Teens to Age 25)
Dedicated support service for under-25s. Provides free 1-to-1 webchats, phone support (0808 808 4994), peer discussion boards, and a crisis text line (text 85258) covering mental health, relationships, and finance.
A suicide prevention charity for young people under 35 experiencing suicidal thoughts. Offers confidential advice, crisis support, and guidance (0800 068 4141).
A UK network of youth advice and counselling services that connects young people to free, confidential local counselling and advocacy.
Kooth: An anonymous, digital mental health platform providing online counselling, peer support, and self-help tools for teens and young adults (commissioned by NHS areas).
Adults
One of the largest mental health charities, offering advice, local community hubs, and an Info Line (0300 123 3393) for treatments, rights, and support services.
Directly supports adults living with severe mental illnesses (such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder) and their carers through support groups, advocacy, and advice services.
Provides emotional support, research, and information through their helpline (SANEline) and online peer communities for people affected by mental illness.
Focuses on prevention, public policy, and evidence-based strategies to help adults protect and improve their mental health.
Men
Specifically targets male suicide prevention and mental distress. Offers a confidential helpline (0800 58 58 58), webchat, and non-judgmental resources.
Runs free, weekly, peer-to-peer talking groups across the UK to eliminate the stigma surrounding men’s mental health under the movement "It's Okay To Talk".
A global charity that funds male mental health, suicide prevention programs, and physical health awareness globally.
A charity aimed at changing how society views men's mental health through education, open conversation, and breaking down traditional stereotypes.
Women
A user-led charity working to improve mental health services for women, particularly those in secure psychiatric settings, prisons, or leaving the criminal justice system.
A specialist charity providing mental health support, therapeutic groups, and free counselling for women recovering from the trauma of domestic abuse.
Focuses on perinatal mental health, supporting mothers and birthing people experiencing anxiety, depression, or post-partum psychosis during pregnancy or early motherhood.
Campaigns for and supports women and girls experiencing multiple disadvantages, trauma, and severe mental distress.
Elderly and older adults
A free, 24/7 confidential helpline (0800 470 80 90) offering friendship, regular check-in calls, and emotional connection for people aged 55 and over.
Offers national and local community programs to combat social isolation, support bereavement, and improve late-life mental wellbeing and independence.
Provides free advice, telephone friendship schemes, and home visiting services to help older people build connections and manage mental wellness in later life.
Offers specialised counselling tailored for older adults navigating life transitions, grief, retirement changes, or changing family relationships.
