Sift is a national charity that offers confidential, non-directive and non-judgmental emotional support to people who are affected by self-harm.
We focus on improving support and knowledge, whilst working to sift out the causes, stigma and misinformation around self-harm.
Sift's listening services offer free, compassionate and confidential support over phone, text and email.
14 Upper Maudlin Street, Bristol, BS2 8DJ
Sift's listening services offer free, compassionate and confidential support over phone, text and email. We are here to help people of all ages, genders and backgrounds in the United Kingdom who may be experiencing emotional distress related to self-harm.
When you reach out to us you will talk with one of our trained volunteers who are experienced in how to help people in your situation. They will listen to you, help you explore your story and feelings, and support you in any decisions you choose to make.
You can also visit our website for access to our self-help resource library.
Sift's listening services provide support over phone, text and email to help people of all ages, genders and backgrounds across the United Kingdom.
Free Helpline: 0808 800 8088
Text support: 07537 432 444
Email support: tess@sift.org.uk
Opening times: Available Monday to Friday, check our website for opening times.
Available via self-referral.
Please note that we are unable to provide support via our main office phoneline.