Where Can I Get Additional Support?
Sometimes you may find that you need more specialised support.
To help we have linked up with some top providers who can support you in different ways.
Counselling Directory
Counselling Directory
Database of UK counsellors, with information on training, experience and fees.
Website: www.counselling-directory.org.uk
Maytree
A sanctuary for the suicidal: a place where, during a brief stay, a person will find the support that can alleviate despair and isolation.
Tel: 020 7263 7070
Website: www.maytree.org.uk
Mental Health Care
Comprehensive information about mental illnesses.
Tel: 020 7263 7070
Website: www.mentalhealthcare.org.uk
Mental Health Foundation
Uses research and practical projects to help people survive, recover from and avert mental health problems.
Tel: 020 7803 1101
Email: mhf@mhf.org.uk
Website: www.mentalhealth.org.uk
Mental Health Foundation Scotland
Uses research and practical projects to help people survive, recover from and avert mental health problems.
Tel: 0141 572 0125
Email: scotland@mhf.org.uk
Mind
Offers many services including helplines, drop-in centres, supported housing, counselling, befriending, advocacy, employment and training schemes.
Information line: 0845 766 0163
Email: contact@mind.org.uk
Website: www.mind.org.uk
National Collaborating Centre for Mental Health
Offers acessible information on NICE mental health guidelines.
Information line: 0845 766 0163
Email: nccmh@org.uk
Website: www.nccmh.org.uk
PsychNet-UK
Mental health and psychology directory.
Helpline: 0845 122 8622
Website: www.psychnet-uk.com
Rethink
Support and advice for everyone affected by severe mental illness.
General enquiries: 0845 456 0455
National advice service: 020 7840 3188
Email: info@rethink.org
Website: www.rethink.org
Samaritans
Provides 24-hour, confidential emotional support to any person who is suicidal or despairing.
UK helpline: 0845 790 9090
ROI helpline: 1850 609 090
Email: jo@samaritans.org
Website: www.samaritans.org.uk
Sane
Offers information, crisis care and emotional support.
Helpline: 0845 767 8000
Email: info@sane.org.uk
Website: www.sane.org.uk
Time to Change
England's most ambitious programme to end discrimination faced by people who experience mental health problems.
Website: www.time-to-change.org.uk
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