112 Iceland has an updated database of places where abuse can be addressed. Moreover, this page provides useful information about abuse in its different forms.
Free counseling in Iceland
Summary
- In Iceland, a wide range of counseling services are offered free of charge, providing support and guidance to individuals in need.
- Support options range from general assistance to specialized help tailored for specific groups such as women, young people, the LGBTQ+ community, and those facing alcohol use or various forms of abuse.
- A variety of counseling and support options are available, including crisis hotlines, individual counseling sessions, support groups, and educational programs.
- These services cover various areas such as psychological, legal, and social support.
Bergið Headspace
Bergið is a support and counseling center for young adults up to 25 years of age. They offer counseling:
- personal in Suðurgata 10, 101 Reykjavík
- online registration
Bjarkahlíð
Bjarkarhlíð is a center for victims of violence. The aim is to provide support, advice and education about the nature and consequences of violence.
- Þingvað 3, 110 Reykjavík
- 553 3000
- online registration
- trauma-focused counseling, support and information
- support groups
- legal counseling
Heilsugæslan
Psychotherapy and counseling sessions with a psychologist are provided within primary health care and funded by the Icelandic Health Insurance Agency Sjúkratryggingar Íslands. Your medical doctor can refer you within the same center, to another center, hospital, or to private services. Heilbrigðisskoðun innflytjenda provides services uniquely to people in the process of aplication for international protection (asylum).
- all medical centers
- psychotherapy, psychological counseling
- support groups
Helpline 1717
The Red Cross operated Helpline 1717 is open 24/7 and free. Promises full confidentiality and anonymity. No issue is too big or small for the helpline. The service can be used in two modifications:
Human Rights Centre
The Center promotes human rights by organizing conferences, seminars, and educational programs. It also advances legal reform, conducts research, and houses Iceland’s only specialized human rights library.
- ICEHR office, Túngata 14, Reykjavík
- info@humanrights.is
- 552 2720
Kvennaathvarf
The Women’s Shelter offers free support, consultancy and information for women, their family and relatives about abuse or violence. There is no cost for speaking to a counselor.
- counseling
- 561 1205 helpline available 24/7
- stay in shelter for women and their children in Reykjavík and Akureyri
Kvennaráðgjöfin
The Women’s Counseling offers legal and social work counseling for women, however they assist anyone regardless of sex. Service is free of change and run on volunteer basis.
- personal legal and social counselin in Túngata 14, 101 Reykjavík
- 552 1500
Multicultural Information Centre
MMC aims to enable every individual to become an active member of Icelandic society, no matter the background or where they come from. Are you new in Iceland, or still adjusting? Do you have a question or need assistance? Languages: English, Polish, Spanish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Russian and Icelandic.
Pieta Samtökin
Organization Pieta is a place where to address suicide or self-harm. They take care of people in risk and support their relatives. Counseling and support groups are offered for everyone who is older 18 years.
- personal counseling in Amtmannsstígur 5a, 101 Reykjavík
- 552 2218 helpline available 24/7
Stígamót
Stígamót is a center for survivors of sexual violence that provides free and confidential counseling for survivors of rape, sexual molestation, sexual harassment, pornographic exploitation and prostitution. Service is for women and men.
- counseling in Höfðabakki 9, 110 Reykjavík
- self help groups
- 562 6868
Samtökin '78
Samtökin ’78 is the National Queer Association of Iceland – for all queer persons regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, sex characteristics or gender expression. They offer social counselling to queer people, their families and professionals. Their counsellors have extensive experience working with queer people. No issue is too big or too small to discuss with them.
- counseling in Suðurgata 3, 101 Reykjavík
- support groups
- 552 7878
W.O.M.E.N
Women Of Multicultural Ethnicity Network in Iceland. At W.O.M.E.N in Iceland women of foreign origin can get counseling and advice regarding their rights and resources available to them in Iceland. W.O.M.E.N especially assist women who have suffered abuse in any form. Counseling is free of charge.
- counseling
- education
When exploring mental health services, it is important to know that beyond traditional NGOs, individual counselors, psychologists, and psychotherapists may offer their own grants, sliding scale fees, or financial assistance options.
These can vary widely, so i is crucial to directly ask the professionals you are interested in about what support they provide. Being open about your financial situation can lead to solutions like reduced rates or payment plans, helping you access the care you need within your budget.
Here, you can explore the grants and collaborations I offer, as I prioritize working with organizations that provide support during challenging situations as part of my sessions.