LGBTQ+ Crisis Support and Helplines | Pink Therapy

These organisations offer support, information and, for many, counselling for LGBTQIA+ people. If you're not sure where to start, that's alright, you don't need a diagnosis or a plan, just a reason to reach out.

Every organisation below is a trusted resource. Some offer helplines, some offer counselling, and some offer both. Have a look through and find what fits what you need right now. When you're ready to look into ongoing therapy, our guide to therapy fees covers what it typically costs and what your fee actually pays for.

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In crisis right now?

Shout is a free, confidential, 24/7 text support service for anyone in the UK who is struggling to cope. Text SHOUT to 85258 to start a conversation with a trained volunteer.

⚠️ If your life is at immediate risk, always call 999.

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Further resources

Boarding Recovery

A network of accredited psychotherapists and counsellors specialising in supporting adult 'boarding school survivors' through the lasting effects of early boarding.

A leading UK charity campaigning for LGBTQ+ equality, offering information, resources and an online directory of support organisations and services.

Controlling Chemsex

Free, professional support for anyone struggling with chemsex. The service offers a confidential space to talk through what's happening at a pace that feels manageable, with people who understand the experience first-hand.

East London Out Project (ELOP)

An award-winning LGBT+ mental health and wellbeing charity offering counselling, youth services and social support across London and Essex.

Gendered Intelligence

A trans-led charity supporting young trans and gender-questioning people through youth groups, mentoring, and training for professionals across the UK.

Lancashire LGBT

A pan-Lancashire charity supporting LGBTQ+ people to be happier, healthier and better connected, through helplines, groups and outreach support.

Leicestershire LGBTQ+ Centre

A voluntary organisation supporting LGBTQ+ people across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland with counselling, advocacy and social and support groups.

LGBT+ Cymru Helping & Counselling Service

A Swansea-based helpline and counselling service offering confidential support, advice and signposting for LGBT+ people and their families across Wales.

LGBT Foundation

A Manchester-based charity offering a helpline, counselling, sexual health support and advocacy for LGBTQ+ people across Greater Manchester and beyond.

The UK's oldest LGBT+ charity, offering counselling and support around relationships, sexual and gender identity, and personal growth and confidence.

A UK charity supporting transgender, non-binary and gender-diverse children, young people and their families with helplines, webchat and community support.

Mindline Trans+

A confidential helpline and signposting service for anyone who identifies as trans, non-binary or genderfluid, and for their friends and family.

A UK and Ireland charity offering a free, confidential 24/7 helpline for anyone struggling to cope or experiencing suicidal thoughts.

Spectra Trans Counselling London

A peer-led health and wellbeing service for trans, non-binary and questioning people in London, including support groups and mentoring.

Switchboard LGBT+ Hotline

A confidential national helpline offering information, support and a listening ear for anyone exploring their sexuality or gender identity.

The Free Psychotherapy Network

A network of psychotherapists offering free or low-fee counselling to people on low incomes and welfare benefits across the UK.

The LGBT Consortium

A national membership organisation supporting LGBT+ groups and projects across the UK to deliver services and campaign for individual rights.

The Metro Centre

An equality and diversity charity providing health, wellbeing and community services across London and the South East for LGBTQ+ people.

The Rainbow Project (Northern Ireland)

Northern Ireland's leading LGBTQIA+ charity, offering counselling, advocacy and support for the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of LGBTQIA+ people.

A comprehensive directory of non-commercial groups and organisations supporting trans and gender diverse people, their families and friends, across the UK.

A national gender and sexual diversity specialist support service offering emotional, practical and counselling support for LGBTQ+ people across Wales.

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