Helplines

On this page, you will find information about helplines that are available specifically for trans, non-binary, gender diverse and LGB people in the UK.

 Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline provides an information, support and referral service for lesbians, gay men and bisexual and trans people – and anyone considering issues around their sexuality and/or gender identity. Telephone and online support available. 

Visit https://switchboard.lgbt for full information about the services offered. Lines open 0300 330 0630 10am-10pm every day.

 LGBT+ Helpline Scotland provides information and emotional support to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people and their families, friends and supporters across Scotland. They also support those questioning or wanting to discuss their sexuality or gender identity. 

Visit www.lgbthealth.org.uk/helpline for more information.

 Mindline Trans+ is a confidential listening service for people who identify ​as trans, agender, genderfluid, and/or non-binary. Mindline Trans+ is run by trans, non-binary, and LGBT people, and trans allies. The helpline is co-run by local mental health charities Bristol Mind and Mind in Taunton and West Somerset. 

More information about Mindline Trans+ can be found at: http://mindtws.org.uk/trans-plus/.

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