Listening services - which ones have you tried?

Former Member

Has anyone here used Samaritans, Saneline or any similar services? Which service did you use and did you find them helpful?

Former Member

I've used Samaritans, they have been helpful when I wanted to talk. Recently I've been struggling to talk in detail and sometimes prefer more advice orientated helplines. I've also been using a helpline called breathing space, which is run by trained mental health workers and they can give advice. I can talk to them but not feel I have to tell my life story and get some advice etc.

Also used papyrus a few times when things get really bad, and used childline too in the past.

Overall, it depends on how I feel and what I need at that time....... sometimes different helplines are more helpful in different situations.

Former Member

Thanks. Has anyone used saneline?