Pomoc v nouzi: Kdy a jak získat psychologickou podporu v krizi

When you're in pomoc v nouzi, okamžitá psychologická podpora, která zabraňuje zhoršení duševního stavu v akutní krizi. Also known as krizová pomoc, it is not just for people thinking about self-harm—it's for anyone overwhelmed by loss, panic, abuse, or sudden life changes. Many think they need to "hit rock bottom" before reaching out, but that’s a myth. The best time to ask for help is when you first feel like you’re drowning—and you don’t have to wait for a doctor’s referral or a long waiting list.

krizové centrum, bezplatná služba v Česku, která poskytuje okamžitou podporu 24/7, často i bez zápisu. Also known as intervenční centrum, it’s staffed by trained psychologists and social workers who can talk you through panic attacks, suicidal thoughts, or domestic violence situations. You don’t need a diagnosis. You don’t need insurance. You just need to call or walk in. And if you’re not sure whether your situation counts as a crisis? It does. If you feel like you can’t cope for even one more hour, that’s enough.

Psychologická první pomoc není terapie. It’s not about fixing your life. It’s about helping you breathe again. It’s the person who sits with you while you cry, helps you call a relative, finds you a safe place to sleep, or connects you with a therapist who can actually see you within days—not months. Many of the articles below cover exactly this: how psychologická první pomoc, první krok k stabilizaci emocí po traumatu, ztrátě nebo náhlém stresu. Also known as krizová intervence, it’s the bridge between panic and recovery. You’ll find guides on how to recognize when you or someone else needs it, how to access services without speaking Czech, and how to support a loved one through a mental health crisis without making things worse.

What you won’t find here are vague platitudes like "just stay positive." You’ll find real steps: which phone numbers to save, what to say when you’re too scared to speak, how to get help if you’re homeless, how to navigate the system when you’re in shock, and how to choose a therapist after a crisis so you don’t end up with someone who doesn’t get it. Some posts explain how trauma-informed care differs from standard therapy. Others show how online sessions can be just as effective when you’re too overwhelmed to leave the house. There’s even a guide on how to use your employer’s mental health benefits to get faster access.

This isn’t about waiting for things to get better. It’s about taking action—right now—while you still have the strength to reach out. The people who wrote these articles have been there. They’ve sat in emergency rooms, called crisis lines at 3 a.m., and learned the hard way that help exists—if you know where to look. Below, you’ll find everything you need to find that help. No fluff. No delays. Just what works when you’re in real trouble.