Getting Help
If you or someone you know is struggling, you’re not alone.
Here are trusted Malaysian and international organisations that provide free or confidential support:
| Organisation | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Befrienders KL | 24-hour confidential emotional support by trained volunteers. | www.befrienders.org.my |
| Malaysian Mental Health Association (MMHA) | Counselling, rehabilitation, and mental-health education programmes. | www.mmha.org.my |
| MIASA – Mental Illness Awareness & Support Association | Advocacy and peer support for mental-illness recovery. | www.miasa.org.my |
| Relate Malaysia | Evidence-based mental-health education and therapy services. | www.relatemalaysia.com |
| Talian HEAL 15555 (Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia) | National helpline providing emotional and psychosocial assistance. | ☎️ 15555 |
| Mind Matters Network Malaysia | Community initiative promoting open discussion on mental wellness. | www.mindmatters.my |
Counselling, Helplines & Crisis Support
| Organisation | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
| BuddyBear (by AWAM) | Chat-based support for youth on emotional health and abuse issues. | www.awam.org.my |
| Women’s Aid Organisation (WAO) | 24-hour hotline and shelter for women experiencing violence. | www.wao.org.my |
| All Women’s Action Society (AWAM) | Counselling and legal information for survivors of violence. | www.awam.org.my |
| Tenaganita | Support and advocacy for migrant workers, refugees, and survivors of exploitation. | www.tenaganita.net |
| SPOT Community Malaysia | Youth-friendly education on mental, emotional, and sexual health. | www.spotcommunity.my |
Health & Wellness & Government Resources
| Organisation | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
| MyHEALTH (Ministry of Health) | Official MOH portal on physical and mental health topics. | www.myhealth.gov.my |
| National Institute of Health (NIH Malaysia) | Research and publications on Malaysian public health. | www.nih.gov.my |
| Mental Health Portal – MOH | Campaigns and awareness materials on mental wellness. | http://www.mentalhealth.org.my |
| Laman Informasi Kesihatan Mental (Minda Sihat) | Bahasa Malaysia mental-health resource by KKM. | http://www.mindasihat.my |
| National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) | Research and data hub for national mental-health initiatives. | www.ncmh.gov.my |
Global Mental Health Organizations
| Organisation | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
| World Health Organization (WHO) – Mental Health | Global reports and mental-health action plans. | www.who.int/mental_health |
| Mind (UK) | Practical advice and peer-support information for everyday mental health. | www.mind.org.uk |
| Mental Health America (MHA) | Self-help tools, screenings, and recovery resources. | www.mhanational.org |
| Headspace | Mindfulness and guided meditation app for stress relief. | www.headspace.com |
| BetterHelp | Online counselling with licensed therapists. | www.betterhelp.com |
Emergency Contacts (Malaysia)
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Police / Ambulance: Dial 999
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Befrienders (24/7): +603-7627 2929
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Talian HEAL: 15555
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Hospital Kuala Lumpur Emergency Department: 03-2615 5555
Disclaimer
ReachOut.my is an informational site and does not provide professional counselling or medical advice. Always seek qualified help when needed.