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Mental Health

Crisis Messenger

YoungMinds

Free, 24/7 text support for young people experiencing a mental health crisis.

About this service

Organisation

YoungMinds is the UK's leading charity fighting for children and young people's mental health. We offer support to young people and parents, and campaign for better mental health support.

Mission

We are leading the fight for a future where all young minds are supported and empowered, whatever the challenges.

Who it supports

  • Eligibility: Young people in the UK in crisis.

Support categories

  • Mental Health

Location

Suzy Lamplugh Trust, Minster House, 27 Union Street, London SE1 1SG

Areas served: United Kingdom

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Accessibility

Text and webchat support for those who find phone calls difficult. Resources offered in plain language with Easy Read versions of key content.

Referral pathway

Self-referral
No referral required

How to access: Text YM to 85258, any time, free from all major networks.

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 0808 802 5544 Text YM to 85258

Opening hours

24 hours a day, 365 days a year

Last verified / next review

2026-08-14 → 2027-08-14

Together Minds UK provides signposting and information only — it is not a replacement for professional or emergency services. In an emergency, call 999.

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