Navigating Diagnoses
The Mental Health Network Switzerland
An association of more than 400 organisations, institutions, and enterprises who get involved with mental health in Switzerland
ensa - Swiss Mental Health First Aid
https://www.ensa.swiss/en/ First Aid courses enabling lay people to approach those with mental health problems and provide first aid support.
Mental Health First Aid International
http://www.mhfainternational.org/why-mhfa.html Promoting mental health awareness globally with evidence-based training programs addressing mental illness worldwide.
traversa
https://www.traversa.ch/ Network for people with mental illness and their relatives in cantons Lucerne, Nidwalden and Obwalden – active for over 150 years.
Self-Help
Online Self-Help Switzerland
https://www.online-selbsthilfe.ch Online self-help support through chat on Threema messaging platform.
Selbsthilfe Luzern Obwalden Nidwalden
https://www.selbsthilfeluzern.ch Self-help center offering services to promote and network regional mutual aid groups addressing health and social issues.
Swiss Society of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy (SGPP)
https://www.psychiatrie.ch/sgpp/patienten-und-angehoerige/selbsthilfegruppen/ Professional organization representing psychiatrists, providing information on self-help groups for mentally ill persons.
Selbsthilfe Schweiz
https://www.selbsthilfeschweiz.ch People in similar life situations connect to help each other through mutual support networks and self-help groups.
Selbsthilfe Zürich
https://www.selbsthilfecenter.ch Information and counseling center for self-help and self-help groups in Zurich city and surrounding regions.
Centre for Clinical Interventions (CCI)
https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Overview Resources for consumers and healthcare professionals on depression, anxiety, panic, self-esteem, and eating disorders.
Peer Community Switzerland
https://www.peer-community.ch/ Peer support community for mental health.
Local Crisis Supports
Medical Emergency - Dial 144
Switzerland's emergency medical services phone number for urgent medical assistance.
Stiftung Krisenintervention Schweiz
https://kriseninterventionschweiz.ch/ Partner in demanding situations, providing professional crisis intervention support and counseling.
Die Dargebotene Hand - 143
https://www.143.ch Anonymous, confidential, free support via telephone, chat or mail - available around the clock.
Pro Mente Sana
https://www.promentesana.ch Foundation championing mental wellbeing in Switzerland through prevention, counseling, and public awareness initiatives.
147.ch - Pro Juventute
https://www.147.ch Support service for young people offering confidential counseling via phone, WhatsApp, email, and peer chat around the clock.
Elternnotruf Zürich
https://www.elternnotruf.ch Free, confidential counseling for parents and caregivers on family matters, child development, and parenting challenges.
tschau.ch
https://www.tschau.ch/ Youth information and counseling platform on education, relationships, health, rights, leisure, and life topics.
Anxiety and Panic Help Switzerland - 0848 801 109
Dedicated helpline for anxiety and panic support in Switzerland.
Stand by You Schweiz
https://www.standbyyou.ch Support for relatives and trusted individuals of people with mental illnesses, offering community connection and resources.
SERO - Suicide Prevention
https://sero-suizidpraevention.ch/ Supports suicide prevention through self-management tools for affected individuals and professionals in risk assessment.
Reden kann retten - Talking Can Save
https://www.reden-kann-retten.ch Crisis support and suicide prevention for people with suicidal thoughts, relatives, and those bereaved by suicide.
AdoASSIP - Youth and Suicide
https://www.adoassip.uzh.ch/de.html Prevention program offering adapted therapy for adolescents after suicide attempts to reduce future risk.
nebelmeer
https://nebelmeer.net/ Young people aged 12-30 who lost a sibling, parent, or relative to suicide meet monthly for mutual support.
Befrienders Worldwide
https://www.befrienders.org/ International network providing emotional support to people experiencing suicidal thoughts in 193 countries, 44 languages.
Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC)
https://sprc.org/ University-based center advancing suicide prevention through resources, training, and strategic guidance.
NAMI College Mental Health Guide
https://collegeguide.nami.org/ Mental health resource guide for college students and campus communities.
Webster Counseling Center
https://www.webstercounselingcenter.com/ Professional and compassionate counseling services provided in-person or remotely at no cost.
Zwitscherbar
https://zwitscherbar.ch/ Café for meeting and advice offering conversation space, beverages, and snacks in a comfortable setting.
Dachverband schweizerischer Patientenstellen (DVSP)
https://www.patientenstelle.ch/ Swiss Patient Offices providing individual support across healthcare and social welfare matters.
Psychische Gesundheit Zug (PSGZ)
https://www.psychische-gesundheit-zug.ch Cantonal organization promoting mental wellness through education, events, and resources on mindfulness and stress management.
Spitex Schweiz
https://www.spitex.ch/ Switzerland's umbrella organization coordinating home care services across cantons and affiliated healthcare providers.
Institut Kinderseele Schweiz (IKS)
https://www.kinderseele.ch/ Supporting families affected by parental mental illness through counseling, training, and advocacy.
Mental Health Initiatives
hinhören! - Aktionstage Psychische Gesundheit Solothurn
https://www.psychische-gesundheit-so.ch Annual action days promoting mental health awareness and combating stigma in Canton Solothurn.
Ostschweizer Forum für Psychische Gesundheit (OFPG)
https://www.forum-psychische-gesundheit.ch Promoting mental health awareness and supporting professionals and affected individuals across eastern Switzerland.
Psychische Gesundheit Uri
https://www.psychische-gesundheit-uri.ch Mental health promotion organization for Canton Uri.
Psychische Gesundheit Zug
https://www.psychische-gesundheit-zug.ch Mental health promotion organization for Canton Zug.
Gesundheit Luzern
https://www.gesundheit.lu.ch Health department website for Canton Lucerne.
Friendly Work Space
https://friendlyworkspace.ch/de Platform supporting Swiss organizations with systematic occupational health management through comprehensive BGM services for employee wellness.
Zurich is Looking Campaign
https://www.stadt-zuerich.ch/prd/de/index/gleichstellung/themen/oeffentlicher_raum/hinschauen.html Report abuse, harassment, or discrimination. The Office for Equality advises on equal rights and coordinates the city's equality plan.
BildungsNetz Zug
http://www.bildungsnetzzug.ch/bildungsnetz/ Competence center supporting vocational training and job integration for youth, offering apprenticeship networks and case management.
Burnout Info
https://www.burnout-info.ch/ Comprehensive resource explaining burnout as emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion from prolonged overwork and stress.
Noburnout
https://www.noburnout.ch/ Information, evaluation, and support platform for preventing and managing professional burnout by psychologists and consultants.
Extinguish Burnout
https://ExtinguishBurnout.com Resource helping individuals combat burnout through practical strategies, courses, books, and corporate programs. Free with COVID-19 code.
Vocational Therapy Luzern
Werkstatt Wärchbrogg
https://www.waerchbrogg.ch/werkstatt/ Swiss workshop offering various services and craftsmanship with professional work and dienstleistungen.
Wohnen Horw - Stiftung Brändi
https://www.braendi.ch/unsere-unternehmen/awb-horw/ Residential facility housing 80 individuals aged 17-60 with disabilities, offering supportive living and independent housing with coaching.
Murimoos
https://www.murimoos.ch/ Provides supported living, protected employment, bio/wood products, services, playground, gastronomy and experience trail in Muri AG.
Therapieheim Ufwind
https://www.ufwind.ch/ Therapeutic home accompanying adolescents with multiple challenges on their path to independent living in Neuenkirch.
Stiftung Villa Erica
https://stiftungvillaerica.ch/ Supports individuals with psychological impairments through educational programs, vocational training, and sheltered employment.
Therapieheim Sonnenblick
https://www.therapieheim.ch/institution/zielgruppe/ Accepts young women ages 13-18 requiring intensive therapeutic and educational support outside their families.
Quellenhof Stiftung T-Care
https://quellenhof-stiftung.ch/ambulante-betreuung-fuer-familien-jugendliche-t-care/ Ambulatory care for families and adolescents.
Stift Höfli
https://www.stift-hoefli.ch/ Nonprofit foundation offering young people future perspectives and guidance toward self-directed participation in society.
Day Structures
Heimetli mit Herz
https://heimetlimitherz.ch/ Offers individual, low-threshold educational day programs for adolescents and psychosocial counseling in Richterswil.
Zug Vocational Support
Office for Youth and Career Counseling
https://www.zh.ch/de/bildungsdirektion/amt-fuer-jugend-und-berufsberatung.html Serves Canton of Zurich through family support, career guidance, and child protection at 27 locations with over 1,000 employees.
Pause Program
High Five - Gestaltwerkstatt
http://www.gestaltwerkstatt.ch Girls 13-18 year - Nature and Art Therapy in Ottenbach.
Career Integration Services - Canton of Lucerne
Career Integration Advice (BIB)
https://beruf.lu.ch/Berufsbildung_Organisation/BIB Professional integration advice for Canton of Lucerne. Contact: berufsintegrationsberatung.dbw@lu.ch, Tel: 041 228 52 52
Case Management Vocational Training (CMB)
https://beruf.lu.ch/Berufsbildung_Organisation/CMB Case management for vocational training in Canton of Lucerne. Contact: casemanagement.dbw@lu.ch, Tel: 041 228 52 52
Triaplus AG
https://www.triaplus.ch/ Integrated psychiatric care across Uri, Schwyz, Zug cantons for adults, children, and adolescents through inpatient and outpatient facilities.
SONNENBERG Kompetenzzentrum
https://www.sonnenberg-baar.ch Specialized education and therapy for visual impairments, speech difficulties, and behavioral challenges in children, youth, and adults.
Luzerner Psychiatrie (LUPS)
https://www.lups.ch/notfall/ 24/7 emergency psychiatric services, crisis intervention, ambulatory and inpatient care. Tel: 058 856 53 00
Luzerner Kantonsspital - Notfallzentrum
https://www.luks.ch/standorte/standort-luzern/notfallzentrum 24/7 emergency center treating acute injuries and illnesses, 40,000+ patients annually. Tel: 041 205 11 11
Psychiatrische Universitätsklinik Zürich (PUK)
https://www.pukzh.ch/unsere-angebote/ University clinic: day clinic, inpatient, crisis, therapy. Children: 058 384 66 66, Adults: 058 384 20 00, 65+: 044 389 16 82
SGAD - Swiss Psychiatric Directory
https://www.sgad.ch/für-betroffene/ärzte-und-klinik-finden Directory connecting patients with psychiatric healthcare providers and clinical facilities across Switzerland.
Clienia Littenheid
https://www.clienia.ch/de/standorte/clienia-littenheid/ Private psychiatric clinic with 18 stations offering comprehensive psychiatry and psychotherapy for all ages in Thurgau.
Klinik Meissenberg AG
https://www.meissenberg.ch Specialized psychiatric clinic exclusively for women treating depression, burnout, anxiety, eating disorders, and somatic disorders.
Permanence Lucerne Train Station
https://www.permanence-luzern.ch Medical walk-in clinic at Lucerne train station. Tel: 041 211 14 44
Kinder & Jugendliche (Children & Youth)
Ambulatorien Kinder Jugendliche
https://www.lups.ch/kinder-jugendliche/ambulatorien-kinder-jugendliche/ Outpatient psychiatric services for children and youth.
Kinder- und Jugendpsychiatrische Tagesklinik
https://www.lups.ch/kinder-jugendliche/kinder-und-jugendpsychiatrische-tagesklinik/ Day clinic for child and adolescent psychiatric treatment.
Fachsprechstunden Kinder Jugendliche
https://www.lups.ch/kinder-jugendliche/fachsprechstunden-kinder-jugendliche/ Specialized consultation hours for children and youth.
K&L-Dienst am Kinderspital
https://www.lups.ch/kinder-jugendliche/kl-dienst-am-kinderspital/ Psychiatric liaison service at children's hospital.
Gruppenangebote KJPD
https://www.lups.ch/kinder-jugendliche/gruppenangebote-kjpd/ Group therapy programs for child and adolescent services.
HPF Kinder Jugendliche
https://www.lups.ch/kinder-jugendliche/hpf-kinder-jugendliche/ Home treatment services for children and youth.
Kinderpsychiatrische Therapiestation
https://www.lups.ch/kinder-jugendliche/kinderpsychiatrische-therapiestation/ Child psychiatric therapy inpatient unit.
Jugendpsychiatrische Therapiestation
https://www.lups.ch/kinder-jugendliche/jugendpsychiatrische-therapiestation/ Adolescent psychiatric therapy inpatient unit.
Akut- und Intensivstation für Kinder und Jugendliche (AKIS)
https://www.lups.ch/kinder-jugendliche/akut-und-intensivstation-akis/ Acute and intensive care for children and adolescents in psychiatric crisis.
Erwachsene (Adults)
Ambulatorien Erwachsenenpsychiatrie
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/ambulatorien/ Outpatient services for adult psychiatric care.
Tageskliniken Erwachsene
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/tageskliniken-erwachsene/ Day clinics for adult psychiatric treatment.
GiA (Gemeindepsychiatrie im Alltag)
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/gia/ In-home community psychiatric care program (4 weeks).
Drop-in
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/drop-in/ Walk-in psychiatric consultation service.
Forensischer Dienst
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/forensischer-dienst/ Forensic psychiatric services.
Gruppenangebote Ambulant Erwachsene
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/gruppenangebote-ambulant-erwachsene/ Outpatient group therapy programs for adults.
Fachsprechstunden Erwachsene
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/fachsprechstunden-erwachsene/ Specialized consultation hours for adults.
Adipositas und Essstörungen
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/fachsprechstunden-erwachsene/adipositas-und-essstorungen/ Treatment for obesity and eating disorders.
Fachstelle Autismus-Spektrum-Störung Erwachsene
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/fachsprechstunden-erwachsene/fachstelle-autismus-spektrum-stoerung-erwachsene/ Specialized center for autism spectrum disorders in adults.
Psychiatrische Sprechstunde für Schwangere und Mütter
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/fachsprechstunden-erwachsene/psychiatrische-sprechstunde-fuer-schwangere-und-muetter/ Psychiatric consultation for pregnant women and mothers.
Aufsuchende Pflege
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/fachsprechstunden-erwachsene/aufsuchende-pflege/ Outreach psychiatric nursing care.
HPF Erwachsene
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/hpf-erwachsene/ Home treatment services for adults.
Akutstationen
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/akutstationen/ Acute psychiatric inpatient units.
Abhängigkeitserkrankungen StD
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/abhangigkeitserkrankungen-std/ Inpatient treatment for substance dependencies.
Verhaltenssüchte
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/verhaltenssuechte/ Treatment for behavioral addictions.
Transitionspsychiatrie
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/transitionspsychiatrie/ Transitional psychiatric services for young adults.
Rehabilitation StD
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/rehabilitation-std/ Inpatient psychiatric rehabilitation services.
Wohnpsychiatrie
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene/wohnpsychiatrie/ Residential psychiatric care services.
Erwachsene 65+ (Seniors)
Memory Clinic Zentralschweiz
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene-65/memory-clinic-zentralschweiz/ Central Switzerland memory clinic for diagnosis and treatment of cognitive disorders.
KL-Dienst Alterspsychiatrie
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene-65/kl-dienst-alterspsychiatrie/ Liaison service for geriatric psychiatry.
Gruppenangebot ambulant 65+
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene-65/gruppenangebot-ambulant-65/ Outpatient group therapy programs for seniors.
Station Alter 1
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene-65/station-alter-1/ Geriatric psychiatric inpatient unit 1.
Station Alter 2
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene-65/station-alter-2/ Geriatric psychiatric inpatient unit 2.
Station Alter 3
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene-65/station-alter-3/ Geriatric psychiatric inpatient unit 3.
Gruppenangebote stationär 65+
https://www.lups.ch/erwachsene-65/gruppenangebote-stationaer-65/ Inpatient group therapy programs for seniors.
PUK Early Psychosis Detection and Treatment Clinic
https://www.pukzh.ch/unsere-angebote/erwachsenenpsychiatrie/behandlungsschwerpunkte/psychose/frueherkennung-psychose-zuercher-erstpsychosen-netzwerk/ Early detection and treatment clinic for psychosis offering specialized psychiatric care and intervention programs.
FePsy Basel
https://www.fepsy.ch Early intervention clinic offering assessment, treatment, and research on early-stage psychiatric illnesses and psychoses.
Violence Prevention & Counseling
Violence Prevention Luzern
Information and resources for violence prevention in Lucerne canton.
Police Emergency
Emergency police hotline: 117
Agredis - Violence Counseling
Violence Hotline: 0787448888. Swiss counseling specializing in violence prevention and intervention.
Local Survivor Aid Office
Phone: 041 227 40 60. Victim support services providing counseling and assistance to crime victims in Lucerne canton.
Limita - Sexual Exploitation Prevention
Practical prevention instruments against sexual exploitation. Protects children, youth, and people with disabilities.
Women's Shelters
Herberge für Frauen Zug
Phone: 041 727 76 86. Women's shelter in Zug providing emergency accommodation and support.
Frauenhaus Luzern
Phone: 041 360 70 00. Provides 24/7 counseling, emergency shelter, psychological support, and legal/administrative consulting for abused women and children.
Child Protective Services (KESB)
KESB - Child and Adult Protection
Swiss child and adult protection authority handling legal matters including child protection and personal welfare provisions.
KESB Zug
Phone: 041 723 79 70. Address: Bahnhofstrasse 12, Zug. Child and adult protection authority for Zug canton.
KESB Luzern
Seven child and adult protection authorities operating across the Canton of Lucerne, handling safeguarding matters for minors and vulnerable adults.
At-risk Youth Services
Mädchenhaus
Phone: 044 341 49 45. Crisis assistance for girls experiencing domestic violence, abuse, or family crises. Offers confidential 24/7 phone and WhatsApp support.
Schlupfhuus Zürich
Emergency shelter and support for at-risk adolescents in crisis.
Opferhilfe Zug
Victim protective services in Zug. Adolescents can call for support and assistance.
Trauma Resources
Age-Related Reactions to Traumatic Events
The NCTSN provides resources, training, and evidence-based information about childhood trauma, treatments, and trauma-informed care approaches.
Crime Survivor Counseling Luzern
Victim support services offering counseling and assistance to people harmed by criminal acts. Helps victims exercise their rights in proceedings.
Anxiety and Panic Help CH
https://www.aphs.ch/ Provides support hotline and resources for anxiety and panic disorders in Switzerland. Visit: hotline/
Swiss Society for Anxiety and Depression
https://www.sgad.ch/ Schweizerische Gesellschaft f�r Angst und Depression - Professional organization for anxiety and depression treatment.
Anxiety Canada
https://www.anxietycanada.com/ Evidence-based tools and programs to help Canadians manage anxiety disorders, including OCD, panic disorder, and social anxiety.
Feeling Good - Free Anxiety Course
https://feelinggood.com/anxiety-home/ CBT techniques by Dr. David D. Burns to manage and overcome anxiety through evidence-based mental health strategies.
EQUILIBRIUM Verein zur Bewältigung von Depressionen
https://www.depressionen.ch/ Peer-to-peer support groups and resources for managing depression, burnout, and bipolar disorders in Switzerland.
Berner Bündnis gegen Depression
https://www.berner-buendnis-depression.ch Cantonal Swiss network for mental health care and early intervention for depression and suicide prevention in Bern.
Beyond Blue
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ 24/7 support for anxiety, depression and suicide prevention through counseling, coaching, and community resources in Australia.
Feeling Good
https://feelinggood.com/ Free Defeat Depression Course by Dr. David D. Burns with weekly Facebook broadcasts on mental health guidance.