If you are in crisis and need support or someone to talk to right now, Samaritans is there for you no matter where you are or what age you are. Samaritans provides confidential, non-judgemental support, 24 hours a day for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide. Call: 08457 90 90 90, or email: [email protected]
You can contact the London Lesbian & Gay Switchboard on 0300 330 0630, or find details of local switchboards and organisations that offer face-to-face counselling at www.turingnetwork.org.uk.
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