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Mental Health

Email Support (Samaritans)

Samaritans

Write in confidence to a trained listener and receive a response, usually within 24 hours.

About this service

Organisation

Samaritans provides confidential, non-judgemental emotional support, 24 hours a day, for anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope or at risk of suicide. Our volunteers are here to listen — no problem is too big or too small.

Mission

That fewer people die by suicide, and that those facing distress find the support they need, when they need it.

Who it supports

  • Eligibility: Anyone who prefers writing over talking.

Support categories

  • Mental Health

Location

The Upper Mill, 46 Cromwell Street, St Albans AL3 4DS

Areas served: United Kingdom, Isle of Man and Channel Islands

Coverage: Online

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Accessibility

Helpline is free to call and accessible via textphone for deaf and hard-of-hearing users through NGT 18001 116 123. Email support available for those who prefer writing. Branch visits can accommodate most access needs with prior notice.

Referral pathway

Self-referral
No referral required

How to access: Email jo@samaritans.org. Response usually within 24 hours.

We don’t send personal information to an organisation on your behalf. Any referral involving personal details happens through the organisation’s own process, with your consent.

Contact & access

Visit website 116 123 jo@samaritans.org

Opening hours

Email any time — replies usually within 24 hours

Last verified / next review

2026-08-14 → 2027-08-14

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