Emergency Mental Health Support
Immediate professional help is available 24/7. If you're experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out immediately. You are not alone in this.
IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED
Emergency Services
Immediate medical emergencies, police assistance, or fire services. Available throughout Kenya 24 hours a day.
Mental Health Helpline
Free confidential support from trained mental health professionals. Available nationwide 24/7 for crisis support and guidance.
Crisis Text Line
Free 24/7 text-based support with trained crisis counselors. Confidential support via text message from anywhere.
Recognizing When to Seek Immediate Help
Suicidal Thoughts
- Having thoughts of ending your life
- Making specific plans for suicide
- Saying goodbye to loved ones
- Giving away important possessions
- Feeling hopeless or trapped
Severe Mental Episodes
- Experiencing hallucinations or delusions
- Severe manic episodes
- Inability to care for basic needs
- Extreme confusion or disorientation
- Losing touch with reality
Risk of Harm
- Acting on self-harm urges
- Thoughts of harming others
- Violent behavior or aggression
- Substance abuse putting you in danger
- Engaging in high-risk behaviors
Severe Emotional Distress
- Overwhelming panic attacks
- Severe depression preventing daily function
- Trauma flashbacks that feel real
- Extreme anxiety that won't subside
- Feeling completely out of control
Reach Out Immediately
Contact someone you trust right away. Don't try to handle the crisis alone. Even if you feel like a burden, people care about you and want to help.
Grounding Techniques
Use the 5-4-3-2-1 method: Identify 5 things you see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you hear, 2 things you smell, and 1 thing you taste to stay present.
Create Safety
Remove access to any means of self-harm. Go to a safe location. Have emergency contact numbers readily available. Stay with someone if possible.
What to Expect When You Reach Out
Trained Professional Support
You'll speak with a trained mental health professional who understands crisis situations and knows exactly how to provide immediate support and guidance.
Complete Confidentiality
All conversations are completely confidential. You can speak openly about your feelings, thoughts, and concerns without fear of judgment or disclosure.
Non-Judgmental Listening
The responder will listen to understand your situation fully, not to criticize or minimize your feelings. Your experiences are valid and important.
Local Resource Guidance
You'll receive information about local mental health resources, hospitals, crisis centers, and ongoing support services available in your specific area.
Follow-Up Support Options
Many helplines can connect you with follow-up support, schedule check-in calls, or help you establish ongoing care with local mental health providers.
REMEMBER: HELP IS AVAILABLE RIGHT NOW