Good to Know
Where to Get Help
Numbers checked September 2026.
The articles on this site are written for ordinary relationship struggles: distance, tiredness, hurt feelings, drifting apart.
They are not a substitute for professional help.
If you are in danger right now
Call emergency services:
If you are being hurt, threatened, controlled or frightened at home
- Nigeria (Lagos)
Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA), toll-free0800 033 3333
- Nigeria
Women Safe House Sustenance Initiative, crisis support for women+234 812 113 3399
- UK
National Domestic Abuse Helpline, free, 24 hours0808 2000 247
- US
National Domestic Violence Hotline1-800-799-7233
Please reach out for support for yourself. Couples counselling is not recommended where there is abuse.
If you, or someone you love, are struggling with thoughts of suicide or feel unable to cope
For relationship difficulties that feel stuck
A licensed counsellor or therapist, or a pastor or religious leader trained in marital counselling, can help.
Numbers checked September 2026. If you find one of these has changed, please email [email protected] so we can correct it.