Help & Support – UK and US Resources
Experiencing harm, abuse, or trauma can be overwhelming, and reaching out for support is an important step. This page provides clear, accessible guidance on common areas where people may need help, along with recognised organisations in the UK and US. If any part of a case or story resonates with your own experiences, confidential support is available.
Outside the UK or US? Visit findahelpline.com or befrienders.org for free, confidential crisis and support lines across 130+ countries.
Domestic Abuse
Domestic abuse can involve physical harm, emotional manipulation, coercive control, intimidation, or financial restriction. Abuse can occur in any relationship — partners, ex‑partners, family members, or carers.
UK Support Services
Refuge – National Domestic Abuse Helpline — 0808 2000 247 | refuge.org.uk
Men’s Advice Line — 0808 801 0327 | mensadviceline.org.uk
US Support Services
National Domestic Violence Hotline — 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) | thehotline.org
Love Is Respect (relationship abuse support) — 1-866-331-9474 | loveisrespect.org
Child Sexual Abuse (CSA)
CSA includes grooming, exploitation, online abuse, familial abuse, and institutional failures. Survivors may seek support at any age, and specialist services exist for both children and adults.
UK Support Services
NSPCC — 0808 800 5000 | nspcc.org.uk
Childline (for under‑18s) — 0800 1111 | childline.org.uk
US Support Services
Childhelp – National Child Abuse Hotline — 1-800-422-4453 | childhelphotline.org
Darkness to Light — 1-866-367-5444 | d2l.org
Sexual Assault & Rape
Sexual violence can occur within relationships, friendships, workplaces, or social situations. Support services offer confidential advice, advocacy, and guidance on reporting options.
UK Support Services
Rape Crisis England & Wales — 0808 500 2222 | 247sexualabusesupport.org.uk
The Survivors Trust — 0808 178 8414 | thesurvivorstrust.org
US Support Services
RAINN – National Sexual Assault Hotline — 1-800-656-4673 | rainn.org
National Sexual Violence Resource Center — 1-877-739-3895 | nsvrc.org
Stalking, Harassment & Coercion
Stalking can involve persistent unwanted contact, monitoring, threats, or digital harassment. Coercive behaviour may include manipulation, intimidation, or restricting someone’s freedom.
UK Support Services
Suzy Lamplugh Trust – National Stalking Helpline — 0808 802 0300 | suzylamplugh.org
Victim Support — 0808 168 9111 | victimsupport.org.uk
US Support Services
VictimConnect Resource Center — 1-855-484-2846 | victimconnect.org
National Center for Victims of Crime — 1-202-467-8700 | victimsofcrime.org
Trauma, PTSD & Crisis Support
Trauma can arise from violence, abuse, sudden loss, or long‑term harm. PTSD may involve flashbacks, anxiety, avoidance, or emotional distress. Crisis services offer immediate support.
UK Support Services
Samaritans — 116 123 | samaritans.org
NHS Urgent Mental Health Helplines — Call 111 (or select mental health via 111)
US Support Services
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — 988 | 988lifeline.org
SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-4357 | samhsa.gov
NAMI HelpLine — 1-800-950-6264 | nami.org
Substance Misuse & Addiction
Addiction may involve alcohol, drugs, prescription misuse, or dual diagnosis (mental health + substance use). Support services offer counselling, detox guidance, and recovery programmes.
UK Support Services
FRANK (drug misuse support) — 0300 123 6600 | talktofrank.com
Alcohol Change UK — 0300 123 1110 (Drinkline) | alcoholchange.org.uk
US Support Services
SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-4357 | samhsa.gov
Partnership to End Addiction — Text CONNECT to 55753 | drugfree.org
Grief & Bereavement
Bereavement support helps people coping with sudden loss, violent loss, or complicated grief. Services offer emotional support, counselling, and guidance for families.
UK Support Services
Cruse Bereavement Support — 0808 808 1677 | cruse.org.uk
The Compassionate Friends UK — 0345 123 2304 | tcf.org.uk
US Support Services
The Dougy Center — 1-503-775-5683 | dougy.org
GriefShare — 1-800-395-5755 | griefshare.org
Emergency Situations
If you believe someone is in immediate danger, contact emergency services in your region.
UK: 999 (Emergency) | 101 (Non‑emergency)
US: 911 (Emergency) | 311 (Non-emergency municipal services in most cities)
Disclaimer: This page provides general guidance only. It is not a substitute for professional care, emergency assistance, or legal advice. Please reach out to qualified professionals or emergency services if you need urgent help.