Support
Find help near you
Going through a separation is one of life's hardest experiences. Ember is a community of letters - we are not a crisis service. Whether you need someone to talk to or professional support, these resources can help.
Find a helpline in your country
findahelpline.com connects you to crisis and mental health support services in over 150 countries - available 24/7.
Visit findahelpline.com →Kenya
For counselling and support through separation, divorce and family breakdown:
Oasis Africa Counselling Centre
oasisafrica.co.ke
Nairobi-based counselling centre specialising in trauma, family and relationship issues.
Amani Counselling Centre
+254 20 2731994
Affordable therapy and family counselling in Nairobi.
Kenya Association of Professional Counsellors
kapc.or.ke
Find a registered therapist near you across Kenya.
Befrienders Kenya
+254 722 178 177 · Daily 6am–10pm
If you are in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, Befrienders Kenya are here to listen.
United Kingdom
Relate
relate.org.uk
UK's largest provider of relationship support - counselling for separation, divorce and co-parenting.
Family Lives
0808 800 2222 - free, Mon–Fri 9am–9pm
Support for parents going through family breakdown.
Samaritans
116 123 - free, 24/7
If you are struggling to cope and need someone to talk to.
United States
Psychology Today Therapist Finder
psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
Find a therapist specialising in divorce and family issues near you.
DivorceCare
divorcecare.org
Support groups for people going through separation and divorce, available across the US.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 - free, 24/7
If you are in crisis or need immediate support.
For all other countries, visit findahelpline.com to find support near you.