Urgent help for mental health support.

Getting help for depression, anxiety or a family member in crisis costs money: therapy sessions, psychiatric visits and drugs. It is hard enough to ask for help without the bill on top. You can post the cost on AbegNa without explaining more than you want to.

Usual cost in Nigeria₦10,000 to ₦150,000
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When this happens

  • Your sister needs to see a psychiatrist and the clinic is far and private.
  • You found a therapist who helps, but you cannot pay for the next sessions.
  • The doctor prescribed medication and you need a month’s supply.

How AbegNa helps

  1. Ask. Say what you need for mental health support, up to ₦100,000, in your own voice.
  2. Share. Your request becomes a card for WhatsApp, Facebook and X.
  3. Receive. People give what they can. 0% commission. It goes to your own bank account.

Other places to try

Federal neuropsychiatric hospitals

Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospitals, such as Yaba in Lagos and Aro in Abeokuta, and psychiatry departments in teaching hospitals usually cost less than private clinics.

Church, mosque or community counsellors

Some religious and community groups offer free counselling and can refer you onward.

Health insurance

Some NHIA and HMO plans include mental health consultations. Check your plan.

Questions about mental health support

How much does mental health care cost in Nigeria?

A psychiatric consultation in a public hospital can be under ₦10,000, while private therapy sessions often cost ₦15,000 to ₦40,000 each. Drugs can add ₦10,000 to ₦50,000 a month.

Do I have to say why I need the money?

No. You choose what to share in your post and voice note. You can simply say it is for health care.

What if someone is in danger right now?

Take them to the nearest hospital emergency unit straight away. Do not wait to raise money.

Is it a loan?

No. What you receive on AbegNa is a gift. There is no interest and nothing to pay back.

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