Mental Health Resources

Effective Date: 19th October 2024

Mental Health Resources in the UK

At Graceful Therapy, I believe that everyone should have access to mental health support. Whether you are looking for professional help, crisis support, or self-help resources, here is a guide to some of the mental health services available across the UK.

1. Immediate Help & Crisis Support

If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs urgent help, these services offer immediate support:

  • Samaritans
    24/7 Helpline: 116 123
    Website: www.samaritans.org
    Samaritans provides confidential, non-judgmental emotional support for people experiencing distress, despair, or suicidal thoughts.

  • Shout (Crisis Text Line)
    Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258
    Website: www.giveusashout.org
    Shout is a free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging service for anyone struggling with mental health challenges. You’ll be connected with a trained crisis volunteer who will listen and support you.

2. Free Nationwide Mental Health Charities and Organisations

For ongoing support, advice, and information, the following organisations offer resources across the UK:

  • Mind
    Website: www.mind.org.uk
    Mind is a leading mental health charity in the UK, offering information, advice, and a range of services, including local mental health support.

  • Hub of Hope (Directory for support in your local area)
    Website: www.hubofhope.co.uk
    Hub of Hope is a UK-based mental health support directory that connects individuals with local and national mental health services, offering resources and information to help people find appropriate support.

  • YoungMinds (Support for Young People)
    Parents Helpline: 0808 802 5544 (Monday to Friday, 9:30am - 4pm)
    Website: www.youngminds.org.uk
    YoungMinds is dedicated to the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people. They provide resources for both young people and parents/carers.

7. Local Support in West Midlands

For those based in the West Midlands, here are some locally based organisations that can provide some mental health support:

  • Birmingham Mind
    Website:     www.birminghammind.org
    Birmingham Mind is a local branch of the UK's leading mental health charity, offering a range of free services such as crisis support, wellbeing hubs, and helplines to support individuals with mental health challenges in Birmingham​

  • Living Well UK
    Website:     www.livingwellconsortium.com
    Living Well UK is a consortium of over 30 mental health organisations in the West Midlands, providing free services like counselling, creative therapies, and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to help individuals improve their mental health and wellbeing​

  • Kaleidoscope Plus Group
    Website:     www.kaleidoscopeplus.org.uk
    The Kaleidoscope Plus Group is a mental health charity based in the West Midlands, offering a variety of free services including suicide bereavement support, outreach programs, and counselling to help people manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges​

Get in Touch

If you’re unsure where to start or need guidance on which service might be right for you, feel free to reach out. As a person-centred therapist, I can help connect you with resources and support tailored to your specific needs.