With so many mental health resources on the internet, it can be confusing to know where to begin looking. Here are some links to help you begin navigating the resources available in Hong Kong.
(Updated January 2023)
Counselling or private mental health services
Psychology Matters Asia provides a listing of mental health professionals across Asia including counsellors, psychologists and psychiatrists. It also provides information on their area of focus so you can narrow down your search criteria easily.
Therapy Route is a comprehensive online directory of mental health professionals and therapists available worldwide.
The Hong Kong College of Psychiatrists have compiled a list of bilingual private psychiatrists that is kept up to date.
The US Consulate has a listing of mental health professionals as well as other medical professionals.
Community or government based services
Mind HK was introduced in Hong Kong after being a long standing mental health charity in the UK (Mind UK). It focuses on promoting awareness and understanding about mental health through education, events and various training programs and initiatives.
Joyful Mental Health Foundation is a charity that provides education and services on mood disorders. Their services include a hotline that provides information and access to clinical services, counselling services, as well as regular peer support groups for those going through depression or anxiety. Services are mainly in provided in Cantonese/Mandarin.
Baptist Oi Kwan Social Services provides mental health services for individuals and families including counselling, psychiatric rehabilitation, employment assistance as well as other referral services.
Early Assessment Service for Young People with Psychosis (EASY) Program is a service for people suffering from early psychosis. It is important to identify and get treatment for psychosis early on and this is a Hospital Authority program that is dedicated to providing a one stop service from beginning to end of the treatment and recovery process.
Integrated Community Centres for Mental Wellness are located in 15 locations across Hong Kong and run by the Social Welfare Department of Hong Kong. Each centre provides a spectrum of mental health services including drop-in services, counselling, occupational therapy, and referrals to psychiatric services in local hospitals. The Social Welfare Department has a breakdown of services as well as the locations of ICCMWs across Hong Kong.
The Polytechnic University of Hong Kong’s Integrated Health Clinic provides a range of health services including counselling, smoking cessation programs, eating disorders, and pain management.
The HK Government also has a compilation of mental health services including a 24 hour mental health information enquiry hotline.
Support and self-help groups
Alcoholics Anonymous HK host regular meetings in various locations across Hong Kong in English or Chinese. The website is updated regularly to reflect upcoming meetings.
Smart Recovery is a self-help group providing support for those looking to work towards recovery from substance and alcohol use. They hold 3 meetings throughout the week and participants are welcome to attend without any prior registration.
OCD and Anxiety Support group hosts free monthly meetings in person and online to support those working through anxiety related issues.
Emergency & suicide prevention services
The Samaritans is a 24 hour hotline providing support for anyone in emotional distress or at risk of suicide. Their 24 hour hotline is 2896 0000.
Suicide Prevention Services provides a 24 hour hotline service to anyone in emotional distress or at risk of suicide. Their number is 2382 0000. They also provide a suicide prevention services for the elderly and education programs for youths.
IAMAlive is an online crisis chat service. For those who prefer to reach out to someone via an online platform, this can be a good alternative.
Online counselling
7 Cups of Tea is an online platform for those looking for free emotional support. Trained listeners/volunteers can be contacted on the website free of charge.