Support & wellbeing
Going through a separation is one of life's most stressful experiences. You don't have to manage it alone. These organisations offer free, confidential support.
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24/7 confidential emotional support for anyone in distress or despair.
Mind
Mental health information, support and advocacy. Local services across England and Wales.
NHS 111
Urgent mental health support: call 111 and select the mental health option.
Relate
Relationship counselling, family counselling, and support through separation.
Family Lives
Parentline offering 24/7 support for parents under stress, including through divorce.
Divorce Recovery Workshop
Self-help courses to process the emotional impact of relationship breakdown.
Support Through Court
Free, independent help for people facing court without a lawyer. Practical and emotional support.
Citizens Advice
Free advice on legal rights, finances, housing and more during separation.
Advicenow
Clear, practical guides on family law topics written for non-lawyers.
Gingerbread
Support, advice and community for single parents navigating life after separation.
Both Parents Matter
Supporting shared parenting and meaningful relationships with both parents after separation.
NACCC
Child contact centres across the UK: safe spaces for children to see the parent they don't live with.
Childline
Confidential support for children and young people affected by family separation.
The Mix
Support for under-25s dealing with family breakdown, mental health and more.
In immediate crisis?
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 999. For urgent mental health support, call NHS 111.
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