Mental Health Helplines
If you are struggling with your mental health and need someone to talk to, there are local support helplines across the Folkestone & Hythe and Dover districts, as well as national helplines available 24/7.
Samaritans
Samaritans is a 24/7, confidential and non-judgmental support service. You can talk to them at any time and in your own way. They are here for anyone experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including thoughts which could lead to self-harm or suicide.
The Folkestone, Dover and Hythe Samaritans are situated on Cambridge Gardens near the centre of Folkestone. For more information, visit https://www.samaritans.org.
Release the Pressure
Release the Pressure is a free confidential support helpline available at any time. Expert advice from trained counsellors is available for every mental health concern, including:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Low self-esteem
- Money worries
- Relationship troubles
- Stress
- Suicidal thoughts
Text the word Kent to 85258 or phone 0800 107 0160.
You can contact Release The Pressure here.
Safe Havens
Folkestone & Hythe District area
Hestia offers a safe haven telephone service for residents of Folkestone & Hythe district who are experiencing a mental health crisis.
Call: 07827 533 871
Email: [email protected]
Dover & Deal District area
Mental Health Matters operate safe havens in Thanet and Canterbury that residents of Dover and Deal district can access.
Call: 07876 476 703 (Canterbury) or 07850 655 877 (Thanet)
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Support Pack
Download our comprehensive list of support lines here.