Helpful
Links
Sometimes, we all need a little extra support. I've gathered a list of some organisations and resources that provide mental health help across all regions, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. Whether you’re looking for someone to talk to, information on therapy, or crisis support, these links are a good place to start.
1 / Regional & Community-Specific Support
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The Mix – www.themix.org.uk
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UK-wide support for under-25s dealing with mental health challenges.
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Black Minds Matter UK – www.blackmindsmatteruk.com
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Free therapy for Black individuals across the UK.
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LGBT Foundation – www.lgbt.foundation
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Mental health and wellbeing support for LGBTQ+ individuals.
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Shout 85258 – www.giveusashout.org
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24/7 crisis text support – text SHOUT to 85258.
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Hub of Hope – www.hubofhope.co.uk
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Searchable mental health support directory covering all UK regions.
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Mind – www.mind.org.uk
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National mental health charity offering information, helplines, and local services.
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Samaritans – www.samaritans.org
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24/7 helpline for emotional distress – call 116 123.
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ANDYS MAN CLUB – www.andysmanclub.co.uk
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Provides peer-support groups to men across the UK to encourage open conversations about mental health.
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Women's Mental Health Network (WMHN) – www.wmhn.org.uk
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A coalition of organisations working to improve mental health services for women, particularly those affected by trauma and abuse.
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Wish – www.womenatwish.org.uk
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Supports women with mental health needs in prison, hospital, and the community, offering advocacy and peer support.
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2 / Scotland
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SAMH (Scottish Association for Mental Health) – www.samh.org.uk
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Scotland’s leading mental health charity offering various services.
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Breathing Space – www.breathingspace.scot
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Confidential support for stress, anxiety, and low mood – call 0800 83 85 87.
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See Me Scotland – www.seemescotland.org
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Focuses on tackling mental health stigma.
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Scottish NHS Mental Health Support – www.nhsinform.scot/mental-health
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NHS information on therapy, crisis support, and wellbeing.
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3 / Northern Ireland
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Lifeline – www.lifelinehelpline.info
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Northern Ireland's 24/7 crisis helpline – call 0808 808 8000.
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Inspire Wellbeing – www.inspirewellbeing.org
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Mental health and addiction support across Northern Ireland.
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Aware NI – www.aware-ni.org
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Services and support for depression and anxiety.
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Action Mental Health – www.amh.org.uk
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Promotes mental health awareness and wellbeing programmes.
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Hub of Hope (NI) – www.hubofhope.co.uk
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Searchable database of mental health support across NI.
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4 / Wales
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Mind Cymru – www.mind.org.uk/about-us/mind-cymru
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Mental health resources and services tailored to Wales.
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CALL Helpline Wales – www.callhelpline.org.uk
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24/7 emotional support – call 0800 132 737.
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Adferiad – https://adferiad.org/
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Mental health support for those with serious mental illness.
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Platfform – www.platfform.org
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Focuses on recovery, advocacy, and community-based support.
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