You're not alone
Whatever you're going through right now, support is available. There are people who want to help.
What Embers is, and what it isn't
Embers is a self-reflection and journaling companion. It is not therapy, not medical advice, not diagnosis, and not crisis support.
If you're having thoughts of hurting yourself, feel unsafe, or are in immediate danger, please reach out to a professional helpline right now. You deserve care and support.
When to reach out for help
You're having thoughts of hurting yourself or others
You feel unsafe or in immediate danger
You're in severe distress that feels unmanageable
You're having thoughts of suicide or feel you can't go on
You're experiencing symptoms of psychosis or severe disconnection from reality
You're in an abusive or violent situation and need immediate help
Even if you're unsure whether you need help, it's always okay to reach out. Helplines are there to listen.
Helplines by region
United States
United Kingdom
Samaritans
Call 116 123 any time, day or night. Free from any phone. Someone is always there to listen.
Call 116 123NHS Mental Health Crisis
Call 111 for non-emergency advice. In an emergency, call 999 or go to A&E.
Call 111Australia and New Zealand
Lifeline Australia
Call 13 11 14 for 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention. Free from any phone.
Call 13 11 14Lifeline New Zealand
Call 0800 543 354 or text 4357 for 24/7 support.
Call 0800 543 354Canada
Talk Suicide Canada
Call 1-833-456-4566 for 24/7 support. Available in English and French.
Call 1-833-456-4566Crisis Text Line Canada
Text HOME to 686868 to connect with a crisis responder. Free, 24/7.
Text HOMEEurope
Samaritans (UK and Ireland)
Call 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org. Someone is always there to listen.
Call 116 123112 emergency (EU)
Call 112 for emergency services across the European Union. Free from any phone.
Call 112Find help anywhere
Find A Helpline
Search for verified helplines in over 100 countries. Filter by country, language, and topic.
Search helplinesIASP Crisis Centres
International Association for Suicide Prevention maintains a global directory of crisis centres.
Find a crisis centreWhat to expect when you reach out
- You'll speak with a trained person who's there to listen without judgement.
- Everything you share is confidential. You don't need to give your name.
- You can hang up at any time. There's no pressure to say anything you're not ready to share.
- If you don't feel ready to speak, that's okay too. Text lines are just as valid as phone calls.
Not in immediate danger?
If you're not in crisis but need professional support, consider reaching out to your GP, a therapist, your workplace Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), or local mental-health services.
It's a sign of strength, not weakness, to ask for help.