Immediate Help: Crisis Contacts
Crises are part of life, and we are glad that you are reaching out. LeanOnMe does not provide mental health diagnosis or treatment, but we’re here to guide you to immediate support.
If you feel you cannot keep yourself safe, please seek immediate expert advice from local psychosocial services, psychotherapists, or reach out to a friend, family member, or neighbor.
To make it easier, we’ve listed all relevant links and phone numbers for you to get immediate support. There are various ways to reach out for mental health support: you can call or text. Remember, people care about you, and you are important.
🌍 Global Crisis Contacts
- Emergency Numbers: 112 (Europe), 911 (USA & Canada), 999 (UK)
- International Lifeline – Befrienders: More info here
- Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741 (USA & Canada)
🇺🇸 United States (+1)
Specialized Crisis Services:
- Veterans Crisis Line: 988, then press 1 | Text 838255
- Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth): 1-866-488-7386
- Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
- SAMHSA Helpline (Substance Use & Mental Health): 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Germany (+49)
Germany (+49)- Emergency: 112
- Medical On-Call: 116 117
- Telefonseelsorge: 0800 111 0 111, 0800 111 0 222 or 116 123; Online Chat
- Nummer gegen Kummer: 116 111 (more info here)
- Krisenchat: Access to Whatsapp or SMS here
- Berlin: Krisendienst Berlin – 030 390 63 00
- Hamburg: Krisendienst Hamburg – 040 42811 5506
- Munich: Krisendienst Psychiatrie München – 089 5404 4900
- Frankfurt: Krisendienst Frankfurt – 069 6170 0
- Stuttgart: Krisendienst Stuttgart – 0711 192 40
South Africa (+27)
South Africa (+27)- Emergency: 10111
- SADAG: 0800 567 567
- Lifeline South Africa: 0861 322 322
- Childline South Africa: 0800 055 555
- Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0800 567 567
- Cape Town: Lifeline Western Cape – 021 461 1111
- Johannesburg: Lifeline Johannesburg – 011 728 1347
- Pretoria: Lifeline Pretoria – 012 342 2222
- Durban: Lifeline Durban – 031 303 1344
- Akeso Psychiatric Response Unit: 0861 435 787
- Support Groups: SADAG Online Support Groups, KZN Mental Health Advocacy Group
- KZN Mental Health Advocacy Group
- Find a therapist: Therapyroute
Crisis Management Tips
Immediate Steps if You or Someone You Know is in Crisis:
Stay Calm: Try to remain as calm as possible.
Listen: Let the person in crisis talk about their feelings.
Seek Immediate Help: Contact any of the above helplines or go to the nearest emergency room.
Stay with the Person: If possible, do not leave the person alone.
Helpful Resources:
Mental Health First Aid Training: Learn how to support someone in a mental health crisis.
Mindfulness and Relaxation Apps: Headspace, Calm, Insight Timer.
Support Networks: Reach out to friends, family, or local support groups.