Help and support in crises and difficult life situations

MIELI North Karelia Crisis Center

Contact us when you need help with conversations in crises and difficult life situations.

For example when

  • your life has just changed and you are feeling down
  • you have difficulties with studies or work
  • you have marital or family problems
  • you feel that you cannot cope alone for fear, worry or sadness
  • you have suicidal thoughts
  • you are worried about a loved one.

You can talk confidentially with a crisis worker in person or via remote appointments. The conversations are free of charge, and no referrals is needed. Usually appointment is booked within one week from your contact.

Book an appointment

Book your appointment by calling 013-316 244 Mon-Fri at 10 am – 15 pm.

Our address:

Siltakatu 14 A 11 (4.th floor)
80100 Joensuu

Map of Crisis Center

Help and support also without an appointment at MIELI Point

You can also walk in and talk to our crisis worker at MIELI Point, without booking a time.

See the up-to-date locations and days here:

MIELI Point

You may also contact

In acute situations

Call Medical Helpline 116117, or in life-threatening situations 112.

Local wellbeing services county of North Karelia
MIELI Crisis Chat

Chat or write: Single-session support via MIELI Crisis Chat.

Crisis Chat
MIELI Mental Health Finland

Mental health organisation in Finland.

MIELI Mental Health Finland