🧠 Mental Health Hotlines in the Philippines
If you or someone you know is struggling, these hotlines and chat services are available to help. All services are free and confidential.
Updated as of August 20, 2025
📞 Crisis Hotlines
National Center for Mental Health (NCMH)
Psychiatric emergencies, suicidal thoughts, depression, grief, relationship issues, abuse, gender identity/orientation, school & career issues, and referrals.
National Center for Mental Health (NCMH)
Psychiatric emergencies, suicidal thoughts, depression, grief, relationship issues, abuse, gender identity/orientation, school & career issues, and referrals.
In Touch Community Services
In Touch Community Services
Manila Lifeline Centre (MLC)
Tele-counseling hotline focusing on suicide prevention, awareness, and support.
Manila Lifeline Centre (MLC)
Tele-counseling hotline focusing on suicide prevention, awareness, and support.
Natasha Goulbourn Foundation (NGF)
Natasha Goulbourn Foundation (NGF)
📍 Regional & Local Lines
DOH Regional Helplines
DOH Regional Helplines
Tawag Paglaum – Centro Bisaya
Emotional crisis intervention hotline.
Tawag Paglaum – Centro Bisaya
Emotional crisis intervention hotline.
💬 Chat & Online Support
Philippine Mental Health Association (PMHA)
Philippine Mental Health Association (PMHA)
- Call between 7am–4pm, Mon–Fri. Chat available 8am–5pm, Mon–Sat.
Kapwa MH (by MentalHealthPH)
Menu-based chatbot on Twitter/X.
Kapwa MH (by MentalHealthPH)
Menu-based chatbot on Twitter/X.
Lunas Collective
Feminist, inclusive volunteer-powered chat space for gender-based violence & reproductive health.
Lunas Collective
Feminist, inclusive volunteer-powered chat space for gender-based violence & reproductive health.
700 Club Asia
Prayer and counseling via call, chat, Skype, email, and Viber.
700 Club Asia
Prayer and counseling via call, chat, Skype, email, and Viber.
Emergency: If there is immediate danger to life or safety, please contact local emergency services or go to the nearest hospital.