Knowing when to ask for help can be hard especially when you are used to suppressing your emotions and disconnecting from the reality of your problems. However, asking for help is one of the biggest signs of self-respect and emotional maturity.

We have curated a detailed list of evidence-based resources to support teen mental health, digital safety, and emotional resilience. All links are legitimate UK national organizations, hotlines, and youth-support platforms.

⭐ CRISIS & 24/7 SUPPORT HOTLINES (UK)

1. Shout 85258 (Textline)
   🔗 https://giveusashout.org/
   Description:
   Free, confidential 24/7 text support for anyone in the UK experiencing a mental health crisis. Text SHOUT to 85258 to talk to a trained volunteer about anxiety, panic, suicidal thoughts, self-harm urges, or overwhelming emotions
   
2. Childline (Under 19s)
   🔗 https://www.childline.org.uk/
   Description:
   A free, confidential service for anyone under 19 in the UK. You can call 0800 1111, use 1-to-1 online chat, or email about anything—from bullying, exam stress, and friendships to abuse or family problems. Available 24/7 with teen-friendly message boards.
   
3. Samaritans
   🔗 https://www.samaritans.org/
   Description:
   Provides 24/7 emotional support for anyone struggling to cope, including young people. You can call 116 123 for free, email, or visit some branches in person to talk about anything that’s weighing on you, big or small.
   
4. PAPYRUS – HOPELINE247 (Suicide Prevention for Young People)
   🔗 https://www.papyrus-uk.org/
   Description:
   A UK charity dedicated to preventing suicide in young people. HOPELINE247 offers confidential phone, text, and email support for under-35s experiencing suicidal thoughts or worried about a friend. They also provide safety planning and advice for families.
   
5. The Mix (Under 25s)
   🔗 https://www.themix.org.uk/
   Description:
   A support service for under-25s in the UK offering a free helpline, 1-to-1 chat, crisis text service, and online community. You can get help with mental health, relationships, sex, money, housing, and more, all in one place

⭐ DIGITAL BULLYING & ONLINE SAFETY (UK)

6. UK Safer Internet Centre
   🔗 https://saferinternet.org.uk/
   Description:
   Provides up-to-date advice on cyberbullying, image sharing, online reputation, reporting abuse, and staying safe on social media. Includes specific pages for 11–19s, parents, and schools, plus Safer Internet Day resources each year.
   
7. Childnet – Online Safety for 11–18s
   🔗 https://www.childnet.com/help-and-advice/11-18-year-olds/
   Description:
   Teen-focused guides on topics like online drama, social media pressure, gaming, sexting, and online reputation. Offers clear steps on what to do if you experience bullying, harassment, or feel unsafe online.
   
8. Internet Matters
   🔗 https://www.internetmatters.org/
   Description:
   A UK-based hub for online safety advice. Covers social media, gaming, cyberbullying, screen time, and privacy, with tailored guidance for different ages and for parents/carers.
   
9. NSPCC – Online Safety
   🔗 https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/
   Description:
   Offers information on staying safe online, dealing with online grooming, sexting, and bullying. Includes advice for young people, parents, and professionals, as well as how to report concerns.

⭐ MENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION & EMOTIONAL WELLNESS (UK)

10. YoungMinds
    🔗 https://www.youngminds.org.uk/
    Description:
    UK charity focused on children’s and young people’s mental health. Their site has easy-to-read guides on anxiety, depression, self-harm, trauma, school stress, and how to get help (including CAMHS and GP visits).
    
11. Mind – For Young People
    🔗 https://www.mind.org.uk/for-young-people/
    Description:
    Provides clear information about mental health problems, treatments, medication, and your rights as a young person. Includes practical tips, personal stories, and a directory of local Minds across England and Wales.
    
12. The Mix – Mental Health Hub
    🔗 https://www.themix.org.uk/mental-health
    Description:
    Articles, videos, and tools to help with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, body image, identity, and more. Designed for under-25s navigating big life transitions and emotions.
    
13. Anna Freud – “On My Mind”
    🔗 https://www.annafreud.org/on-my-mind/
    Description:
    A set of digital resources co-designed with young people to explain mental health, treatments, self-care, rights, and how to get help. Great if you want to understand your options and feel more in control of your care.
    
14. NHS – Mental Health Services & Youth Wellbeing
    🔗 https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/
    Description:
    Official NHS pages explaining what mental health services exist, how to access urgent help, and where to start if you’re struggling. Includes links to Every Mind Matters tools for young people.

⭐ FINDING A THERAPIST (UK-BASED OPTIONS)

15. NHS Mental Health & Talking Therapies (Over 16/18 Depending on Area)
    🔗 https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/
    🔗 https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/find-nhs-talking-therapies-for-anxiety-and-depression/
    Description:
    Explains how to access free NHS mental health services, including talking therapies for anxiety and depression. In many areas you can refer yourself online; in others, you go through your GP.
    
16. BACP Therapist Directory
    🔗 https://www.bacp.co.uk/about-therapy/using-our-therapist-directory/
    Description:
    Finds UK-registered counsellors and psychotherapists across the country. You can filter by issues (e.g. anxiety, bullying, self-esteem), age group (including young people), and type of therapy.
    
17. Mind – How to Find a Therapist
    🔗 https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/drugs-and-treatments/talking-therapy-and-counselling/how-to-find-a-therapist/
    Description:
    Step-by-step guidance on different routes into therapy: NHS, school/college counselling, charities, and private options. Helpful if you’re not sure where to start or what to ask for.

⭐ HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS & FRIENDSHIP SUPPORT (UK)

18. Love Respect (Women’s Aid – 14–17s)
    🔗 https://loverespect.co.uk/
    Description:
    A site made for young people in their first relationships. Helps you figure out if your relationship is healthy, spot red flags like control or emotional abuse, and learn how to get support safely.
    
19. Disrespect NoBody (Government Campaign)
    🔗 https://www.disrespectnobody.co.uk/
    Description:
    A UK government campaign that talks honestly about consent, sexting, controlling behaviour, and abuse in teen relationships. Includes videos, real stories, and links to support if you or a friend feel unsafe.
    
20. Brook – Relationships & Sexual Health (Under 25s)
    🔗 https://www.brook.org.uk/
    Description:
    Provides judgement-free information and services around sex, relationships, consent, STIs, contraception, and body image. Their resources are designed for young people across the UK.

⭐ ACADEMIC STRESS, PERFECTIONISM & STUDY PRESSURE (UK)

21. Student Minds (Uni & College Students)
    🔗 https://www.studentminds.org.uk/
    Description:
    UK’s student mental health charity. Offers resources on exam pressure, perfectionism, burnout, and managing university or college life, plus peer support programmes in many campuses.
    
22. Anna Freud – Self-Care for Young People
    🔗 https://www.annafreud.org/resources/children-and-young-peoples-wellbeing/self-care/
    Description:
    A big menu of self-care strategies co-created with young people, including specific tips for revision stress, sleep issues, and social worries. Great for building your own toolkit for tough academic periods.

⭐ MENTAL-HEALTH APPS FOR TEENS (EVIDENCE-INFORMED, UK-BASED)

23. Calm Harm (stem4)
    🔗 https://calmharm.stem4.org.uk/
    Description:
    A free, award-winning app developed by UK charity stem4 to help young people manage the urge to self-harm using techniques from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Includes breathing exercises, grounding activities, and tracking tools, and has been featured in NHS recommendations.
    
24. Clear Fear (stem4)
    🔗 https://clearfear.stem4.org.uk/
    Description:
    A free app using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help 11–19-year-olds manage anxiety. Offers exercises for calming physical symptoms, challenging anxious thoughts, and building resilience; recent research supports its safety and effectiveness for young people.