This page contains some links for the U.K. which may be useful; if you’re outside the U.K. you may find equivalents in your area. This is not an exhaustive list, and a link doesn’t mean the product, content or service is endorsed, just that you may find it useful. Agencies may close due to lack of funding, and services may change. Always check before you invest. Links appear in no particular order.

Important Note: If you’re worried about your physical or mental health, speak to your doctor as soon as possible. If you are in need of urgent medical assistance please call 999, or if you’re concerned for your well-being dial 111. If you need to report a crime you can ring 101 in the UK or try to report online. None of the links to services below are intended to replace any medical advice you may have received or treatment you are having. If you’re struggling with your mental health, Samaritans are also available 24/7 on 116 123.

If you are looking for counselling services, you may find the BACP therapist directory or NHS list of services useful. You may also wish to search local Crisis Support

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Trouble Accessing The Help You Need

Healthwatch – if you’re not receiving the access to medical help or treatment you need

Powher – may be able to act as an advocate on your behalf

Visiting the doctor in difficult times – article

Help for Carers

Carers Uk – organisation helping unpaid carers in the UK.

Mental Health

Papyrus: (preventing suicide in young people). Helpline: 0800 068 41 41 (check website for availability)

Young Minds: Ideas for young people who may want help with their mental health. Includes parents helpline.

OCD Action: Help for those who recognise the signs of obsessive compulsive behaviours.

Combat Stress (UK Veterans Mental Health Charity): 0800 138 1619 (check website for availability)

The Hearing Voices Network

Mind – UK Charity focused on better mental health.

Seasonal Affective Disorder – Mind Leaflet

Mind Out – UK-wide LGBT+ mental health charity

Heads Together: Guide on having a difficult conversation here

Autism Awareness – National Autistic Society

Beat Eating Disorders – for eating disorders

Calm Zone – men’s mental health

Online Safety Resources via Glitch

Pregnancy Mental Health

Frequently Asked Questions via Pregnancy Mental Health

Maternity Action is a UK charity committed to improving the health and well-being of pregnant women, partners and young children.

Talk Mum – A community for Mums and Mums to Be

Elaine Hanzak is a speaker and author of two books around post-natal depression.

Tommy’s – Tommy’s Premature Baby Charity

NHS Choices – pregnancy and mental health

NHS Choices – post-natal depression

Mind information leaflet on peri-natal mental health

Peri-natal Mental Health for Men: via Pregnancy Mental Health

Women’s Aid – Support for Women and Babies After Domestic Abuse (.pdf)

Financial or Legal

Citizens Advice

Bereavement

National Bereavement Partnership ; The National Bereavement Partnership COVID-19 Hub provides a platform for associated practical advice services, support assistance and information to all those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic

At a Loss

Cruse Bereavement Care

National Bereavement Service includes guides on Registering a Death and Coroner’s Inquests

Bereavement Advice – practical matters after the death of a loved one

SUDDEN for people who have been bereaved suddenly or too soon

Suicide Bereavement

Chums (for children)

Dying Matters

Milton Keynes Bereavement Service

Child Bereavement UK

SOBS (for those bereaved by suicide)

Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society

Miscarriage Association

National Homicide Service (Bereaved Families affected by Homicide)

21 Things You Might Need to Do When Someone Dies (UK Care Guide)

Blue Cross Pet Bereavement

The Good Grief Trust

SAMM – bereaved by Homicide and manslaughter

Domestic Abuse

National DA Helpline (24hrs) – 0808 2000 247

Men’s Advice Line – 0808 8010327

Refuge

Mankind Initiative

Hourglass – for older people at risk of or experiencing neglect or abuse

Respect

National Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans (LGBT) Domestic Violence Helpline (run by Galop) Check website for opening hours 0300 999 5428

Choose to Stop – Help for Those Who Harm – Respect PhoneLine

Survivors of Rape and Sexual Assault

Rape Crisis U.K – the Rape Crisis national freephone helpline on 0808 802 9999 (12-2.30pm and 7-9.30pm every day of the year)

Survivors U.K. – Male Rape and Abuse

Male Survivors Helpline

The National Stalking Helpline – 0808 802 0300

Relationship counselling

 Relate – counselling for relationships

Veterans

NHS mental health services (Op Courage)

SSAFA – The Armed Forces Charity

Combat Stress

This is not an exhaustive list. Remember, always speak to your doctor or midwife, if you have concerns about your mental or physical health. Links to sites or services doesn’t mean we endorse their content, just that the information may be of interest.