United States
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Free, confidential, 24/7 support for people in suicidal crisis or distress.
Available 24 hours, 7 days a week
Support Resources
Your wellbeing matters
GirlfriendEngine is entertainment, not therapy. If you're struggling, we encourage you to reach out to the mental health professionals and crisis resources listed below.
Important to know
- • AI companions are for entertainment and conversation. They are not therapy, counseling, or medical treatment.
- • If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, self-harm urges, or a mental health crisis, please contact a crisis service immediately.
- • Licensed mental health professionals—therapists, counselors, and psychiatrists—are trained to help with real emotional and psychological concerns.
- • If you are in immediate danger, please contact emergency services or go to the nearest emergency room.
Crisis Resources
United States
Crisis Text Line
Text-based crisis support from trained counselors. Available 24/7.
Text HOME to 741741
Free, confidential, anonymous
Canada
Canada Suicide Prevention Service
Free, confidential suicide prevention support available 24/7.
Call 1-833-456-4566 or text 45645
24 hours, 7 days a week
United Kingdom
Samaritans
Emotional support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair.
Call 116 123 (free, 24/7)
Australia
Lifeline Australia
Crisis support and suicide prevention service, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Call 13 11 14 (24/7, free)
Also available via chat at lifeline.org.au
International
International Association for Suicide Prevention
Directory of crisis centers and suicide prevention services worldwide.
Mental Health Support Options
Professional Therapy
Talk to a therapist
Licensed therapists, counselors, and psychologists provide personalized mental health treatment tailored to your needs.
- In-person: Contact your doctor for referrals or search Psychology Today's therapist finder
- Online: Platforms like BetterHelp, Talkspace, and Teladoc connect you with licensed therapists via video/chat
- Cost: Many therapists offer sliding scale fees; insurance often covers therapy
Community Support
Support groups
Connect with others experiencing similar challenges in a safe, confidential environment.
- In-person: Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, depression support groups
- Online: Reddit communities (r/mentalhealth), NAMI groups, condition-specific forums
- Cost: Most support groups are free and open to everyone
Self-Assessment
Mental health screening
Free, confidential online tools to help you understand your mental health and when to seek professional help.
- MentalHealthAmerica.net: Free screening tools for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and more
- NAMI.org: Resources and screening for mental health conditions
- Note: These tools are not diagnoses—see a professional for evaluation
Immediate Help
In crisis now?
If you are in immediate danger or experiencing a medical emergency, act now.
- Call emergency services: 911 (US/Canada), 999 (UK), 112 (EU)
- Go to the ER: Any hospital emergency room will help
- Call a crisis line: See numbers above for your country
If you're unsure where to start
Reach out to someone you trust—a friend, family member, teacher, or medical provider. You can also:
- Schedule a check-up: Your primary care doctor can screen for mental health concerns and refer you to a specialist
- Call a helpline: Even if you're not in immediate crisis, helplines (like those above) provide support and guidance
- Search your insurance: Check your health insurance provider's website for in-network therapists and covered services
- Access community resources: Many cities have free or low-cost mental health clinics (search "[your city] mental health services")
You are not alone. Millions of people experience mental health challenges. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, or anything else—the licensed professionals and crisis services above can provide real support that makes a difference.
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