SUPPORT

You aren't alone.

The 175 Project is a wellbeing practice, not a treatment service – and for some people, some weeks, that’s not quite enough. If you’re struggling more than a daily hour and a supportive community can hold, that’s not a failure. It just means it’s time to reach for something more. Below are trusted, free or low-cost services in the UK and US who are ready to help.

If you're in immediate danger

Please contact emergency services right away.

999/111

For UK Emergency Services

911

For USA Emergency Services

116 123

UK - Samaritans, free, 24/7, any reason

988

US — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call or text, 24/7

Mental health & emotional support

For when things feel heavier than usual, or you just need someone to talk to.

UK

Samaritans

116 123

Free · 24 hours a day, every day
For anyone struggling to cope, whatever the reason. samaritans.org

UK

Mon–Fri, 9am–6pm (excl. bank holidays)
Information and support for anyone experiencing a mental health problem. mind.org.uk

UK

Daily, 5pm–midnight
Support for anyone in the UK affected by suicidal thoughts. thecalmzone.net

USA

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988

Free · 24 hours a day, every day
Confidential crisis support for anyone in emotional distress. 988lifeline.org

USA

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741

Free · 24 hours a day, every day
Text-based support with a trained crisis counsellor. crisistextline.org

USA

Mon–Fri, 10am–10pm ET
Information, support and referrals for mental health. nami.org

Eating disorders & body image

Journalling and exercise can surface a difficult relationship with food or body image for some people — if that’s you, please reach out.

UK

0808 801 0677

Daily, 3pm–8pm (check website for current hours)
The UK’s eating disorder charity — helpline, webchat and support groups. beateatingdisorders.org.uk

USA

1-866-662-1235

Mon–Fri, 9am–7pm ET
Free helpline staffed by licensed therapists, with referrals to treatment. allianceforeatingdisorders.com

Addiction & substance use

Journalling and exercise can surface a difficult relationship with food or body image for some people — if that’s you, please reach out.

UK

0300 123 6600

24 hours a day, every day
Confidential advice on drugs and alcohol. talktofrank.com

USA

1-800-662-4357

24 hours a day, every day · English & Spanish
Free, confidential treatment referral for mental health and/or substance use. samhsa.gov

Domestic abuse & personal safety

Journalling and exercise can surface a difficult relationship with food or body image for some people — if that’s you, please reach out.

UK

0808 2000 247

Free · 24 hours a day, every day
refuge.org.uk

USA

National Domestic Violence Hotline

1-800-799-7233

Free · 24 hours a day, every day
thehotline.org

A note on this list: it isn’t exhaustive, and it isn’t a substitute for professional advice — it’s a starting point. Numbers and opening hours are correct as of our last review, but services do change, so if a number doesn’t connect, please try the organisation’s website or contact emergency services if you’re in danger. If you’d rather talk to someone you know first, that’s a good instinct too — you don’t have to go straight to a stranger on the phone if there’s someone in your life you trust.