The Mix
If you are 25 or under, you can text for urgent mental health support. If you are under 25, you can also talk one-to-one with a trained peer supporter, join a group, or get one-to-one counselling. Their site also has a chatbot that works 24/7.
Good to know
The Mix is for under-25s in the UK. The site lists free one-to-one counselling and a supportive community.
Before you call
They can
- give urgent support by text if you are 25 or under: text THEMIX to 85258 and a Shout volunteer replies, free, 24 hours a day, and the messages will not appear on your phone bill
- offer one-to-one text chats with trained peer supporters, support groups, an anonymous discussion board and short-term counselling
They cannot
- act as an emergency service: if your life is in imminent danger, call 999
In the emergency guides: I've been told to leave home →
- Text
- Text THEMIX to 85258
- Website
- https://www.themix.org.uk
- Coverage
- UK-wide
- Languages
- English
- Best for
- Teens & youth
- Last checked
- October 3, 2026
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