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Breathing Space Scotland

Scotland · Nationwide Counselors
AnxietyDepressionLonelinessStressSuicidal thoughtsBullying

Breathing Space Scotland is a free, confidential, phone and webchat service for anyone in Scotland over the age of 16...

Deaf or HOH callers can speak to an advisor through the SCOTLAND-BSL service (https://contactscotland-bsl.org/)

Webchat is available: Monday to Friday, 6.00pm to 2.00am Saturday and Sunday, 4.00pm to 12.00am Using webchat: The webchat displays as a button, that now pops up in the bottom right corner of your screen on all pages, that says 'Available to chat'. If the pop up button does not display, our advisors are unavailable at this time. If you need immediate support, the quickest way to get in touch is to phone 0800 83 85 87 to speak to an advisor.

Availability

Call
Monday
18:00–02:00
Tuesday
18:00–02:00
Wednesday
18:00–02:00
Thursday
18:00–02:00
Friday
18:00–06:00
Saturday
18:00–06:00
Sunday
18:00–06:00
Chat
Monday
18:00–02:00
Tuesday
18:00–02:00
Wednesday
18:00–02:00
Thursday
18:00–02:00
Friday
18:00–02:00
Saturday
16:00–23:59
Sunday
16:00–23:59

Who this service supports

Support forAdults, Youth
Who may answerCounselors
Directory informationSource last verified January 14, 2026

Contact information can change. Use the official service website when available to confirm details.