Resources
Sometimes we need information, reassurance or additional support, and knowing where to turn can make a difference.
Here is a selection of organisations, helplines and useful websites that may offer guidance and support.
Whether you’re looking for support for yourself or someone you care about, I hope these resources help you find the information and support you need.
Helpful Resources
Scotland
If someone is in immediate danger, call 999. Mosaic Counselling is not an emergency or crisis service.
Immediate and Mental Health Support
Samaritans
Free emotional support, UK-wide; 24/7.
Telephone: 116 123
Website: www.samaritans.org
NHS 24 Mental Health Hub
Urgent mental health support in Scotland; 24/7.
Telephone: 111
Website: www.nhs24.scot/support-for-your-mental-health/
Breathing Space
Emotional support for people aged 16+ in Scotland; evenings and weekends.
Telephone: 0800 83 85 87
Website: www.breathingspace.scot
NHS 24 Living Life
CBT-based support; eligibility applies.
Telephone: 0800 328 9655
Website: www.nhs24.scot/mental-health-services-at-nhs-24/
SAMH
Scottish mental health information and support resources.
Website: www.samh.org.uk
NHS inform
Scottish NHS information on health and wellbeing.
Website: www.nhsinform.scot
Autism, ADHD and Neurodivergence
Scottish Autism
Autism advice, information and services; check advice line hours.
Telephone: 01259 222022
Website: www.scottishautism.org
Scottish ADHD Coalition
ADHD information and directory of local support groups.
Website: www.scottishadhdcoalition.org
Trauma, Abuse and Domestic Abuse
Rape Crisis Scotland
Support for people affected by sexual violence; check helpline hours.
Telephone: 08088 01 03 02
Website: www.rapecrisisscotland.org.uk
Scotland’s Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline
Confidential support, 24/7. Text/WhatsApp: 07401 288595.
Telephone: 0800 027 1234
Website: www.sdafmh.org.uk
Scottish Women’s Aid
Information and local domestic abuse services.
Website: https://womensaid.scot
Children and Young People
Childline
Free, confidential support for children and young people under 19 years old.
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Telephone: 0800 1111 (free)
Website: www.childline.org.uk
Older Adults and Loneliness
The Silver Line - Age UK
Free, confidential telephone support, friendship and conversation for people 55 and over.
Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Telephone: 0800 4 70 80 90 (free)
Website: www.ageuk.org.uk/services/silverline
