Resources
Sometimes it can help to explore additional information and support alongside therapy. Below you’ll find links to trusted organisations and resources that may be useful. These cover a range of topics, from mental health and wellbeing to practical advice and crisis support.
Please remember these resources are for information only and are not a substitute for professional help. If you’re in immediate distress or feel unable to keep yourself safe, please contact your GP, dial 999 in an emergency, or call 111 for urgent advice.
Immediate Support & Crisis Lines
Samaritans – 24/7 confidential support if you’re struggling to cope.
Call 116 123 (free) or visit www.samaritans.org.
Shout – Free, confidential 24/7 text support.
Text SHOUT to 85258 or visit www.giveusashout.org.
NHS 111 – For urgent medical concerns, when it’s not a 999 emergency.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Mind – Advice, information, and support for all mental health difficulties.
www.mind.org.uk | 0300 123 3393
Rethink Mental Illness – Practical advice and information on living with mental illness.
www.rethink.org | 0808 801 0525
Together for Mental Wellbeing – Support for people with mental distress.
www.together-uk.org
Children, Young People & Parents
Childline – Support for anyone under 19.
Call 0800 1111 or visit www.childline.org.uk.
YoungMinds – Mental health advice and crisis support for young people.
Text YM to 85258 or visit www.youngminds.org.uk.
Family Lives – Support for parenting and family issues.
www.familylives.org.uk | 0808 800 2222
Domestic Abuse & Violence
National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 24/7 free support.
Call 0808 2000 247 or visit www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk.
Refuge – Support for women and children escaping domestic violence.
www.refuge.org.uk
Men’s Advice Line – For men experiencing domestic abuse.
0808 801 0327 | mensadviceline.org.uk
Bereavement Support
Cruse Bereavement Support – Help for anyone facing grief.
www.cruse.org.uk | 0808 808 1677
The Compassionate Friends – Support for parents who have lost a child.
www.tcf.org.uk
LGBTQ+ Support
Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline – A safe space to discuss sexuality, gender identity, or emotional wellbeing.
0300 330 0630 | www.switchboard.lgbt
Stonewall – Resources and campaigns for LGBTQ+ equality.
www.stonewall.org.uk
Addiction & Recovery
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Support for anyone with alcohol dependency.
www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Support for drug recovery.
www.ukna.org
FRANK – Honest information about drugs.
0300 123 6600 | www.talktofrank.com