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Counselling outside of ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº

Therapeutic support is available to students on campus through Student Psychological and Counselling Services (SPCS) in Student Support and Wellbeing. The team there have a wide range of experience and are experts in student mental health and psychological support.Ìý

Access full information about SPCS, including how to complete an online registration form.

Find out more about out-of-hours counselling available over the phone and online through one-to-one real-time messaging.Ìý

In addition to this, ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº works closely with a number of organisations in the local area that provide counselling. Some students may prefer to access counselling externally, or they may need support for issues that SPCS are not able to assist with.

Below is a list of organisations that may be able to support you in this case, many of which offer services free of charge. This list is regularly updated, but we encourage you to contact the organisation you're interested in directly for the most up-to-date information.

Please note that some organisations may have particular eligibility criteria, and that currently most do not provide face-to-face support, but over video or telephone call.Ìý

iCope (Camden)

At times everyone feels stress, anxiety or unhappiness and these feeling generally subside. However, there may be times when these feelings become more difficult. If you experience these feelings and you are finding it difficult to manage, talking therapy could help. If you live in Camden or Islington and are over 18 years old, iCope could help you by providing some of the following services:

  • CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy)
  • Self-help intervention workbooks
  • Group support
  • Mindfulness and other therapies
  • Telephone and videoÌýsessions

To be supported by iCope services,Ìý. Alternatively,Ìýcontact the Student Support and Wellbeing team.

The Brandon Centre (Camden)

Free forÌý12- to 24-year-olds living within Camden and 16- to 21-year-olds in Islington.ÌýThey offer servicesÌýforÌýa wide range of mental health and wellbeing support. Additionally, they do offer support inÌýpsychological, sexual and socialÌýrelated issues.Referrals and self-referrals for different types of therapy including psychotherapy and CBT.

Bwell Coaching Service is also available supporting 12- to 25-year-olds to improve emotional wellbeing. Currently, there are no waiting lists and should be seen within 3 working days of recieving a referral. You can access a maximum of 4x45 minute sessions to improve your self esteem, relationships, sleep patterns or any difficulties you may be facing.Ìý

IESO Health (Camden)
  • Cost: Free
  • Phone: +44 (0)195 423 0066
  • Website:Ìý

IESO providesÌýfreeÌýtherapy services via the internet on behalf of the NHS.

Self-referral for free online CBT therapy to people living or registered with a GP in Camden. Evening and weekend appointments available.

Women and Health (Camden)
  • Cost: Free
  • Phone: +44 (0)195 423 0066
  • Website:Ìý

IESO providesÌýfreeÌýtherapy services via the internet on behalf of the NHS.

Self-referral for free online CBT therapy to people living or registered with a GP in Camden. Evening and weekend appointments available.

TAP (Camden)
  • Cost: Free
  • Address: Barnes House, 9-15 Camden Road, London NW1 9LQ
  • Phone: +44 (0)207 911 0822
  • Website:Ìý

FreeÌýindividualÌýsessions for over-18sÌýwho are living in and referred by a GP in Camden.

Social space to meet others and make friends in a supportive environment.

Westminster Pastoral Foundation
  • Cost: Low fee
  • Address: 23 Magdalen Street, London SE1 2EN
  • Phone: +44(0) 207 378 2000 Website:Ìý

Low-feeÌýshort- and longer-term individual and group therapy, Monday to Saturday.

Approaches include psychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioural therapy.

The assessment fee is means-tested.

Low-cost sessions may be available on weekdays.Ìý

British Psychotherapy Foundation
  • Cost: Reduced fee
  • Address: 37 Mapesbury Road, London NW2 4HJ
  • Phone: +44 (0)208 452 9823
  • Website:Ìý

Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic psychotherapy.

Range ofÌýreduced-feeÌýschemes for those on low incomes prepared to attend intensive psychotherapy or psychoanalysis.

The Inner City Centre for Psychotherapy (London)
  • Cost: Reduced fee
  • Phone: +44 (0)20 7247 1589
  • Website:Ìý

Locations throughout London, sessions are currently taking place online.Ìý

Reduced feeÌýdaytime weekly sessions.

There is no specific time commitment in terms of therapy duration.

Minster Centre
  • Cost: Low fee
  • Address: 20 Lonsdale Road, London NW6 6RD
  • Phone: +44 (0)207 644 6240
  • Website:Ìý

Low-fee, integrative, open-ended individual psychotherapy.

Sessions are provided by senior traineesÌýwho work under close supervision. All sessions are currently taking place online.

The London Clinic of Psychoanalysis
  • Cost: Low fee
  • Address: 112a Shirland Road, London W9 2BT
  • Phone: +44 (0)20 7563 5002
  • Website:Ìý

Self-referral for psychoanalysis.

First consultation happens over two meetings.

Following consultation sessions are fiveÌýtimes a week for two years.Ìý Sessions are not currently face-to-face.Ìý

Association for Group and Individual Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy
  • Cost: Low fee
  • Address: 1 Fairbridge Road, London N19 3EW
  • Phone: +44 (0)207 272 7013
  • Website:Ìý

Low feeÌýat the Fairbridge Clinic – contact them directly for fees.

They expect a commitment to stay in therapy for two years.

The main consultation and assessment service is currently closed, but the Fairbridge Clinic is open for a limited number of places. Therapy will be conducted in person and assessment via Zoom.Ìý

The Bowlby Centre (North London)
  • Cost: Low fee
  • Address: 1 Highbury Crescent, London, N5 1RN
  • Phone: +44 (0)207 700 5070
  • Website:Ìý

Psychoanalytic psychotherapy, attachment-based therapy focussing on relationship attachment to others.

Contact the centre for low-costÌýtherapy. The centre is partially closed and staff are working remotely, conducting consultations online.Ìý

Think CBT
  • Cost: Low fee
  • Phone: +44 (0)1732 808 626
  • Website:Ìý

BABCP-accredited CBT therapists across London.

Time-limitedÌýlower-costÌýCBT therapy for a range of problems including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and OCD.

Confidential service with flexible evening and weekend appointments. Some sessions may take place in person and most will be online.Ìý

Anxiety UK
  • Cost:ÌýLow fee
  • Phone: +44 (0)8444 775 774 (Monday to Friday)
  • Website:Ìý

Therapy can be face to face, via phone or video call.

Offers CBT, hypnotherapy, and counselling.

Annual feeÌýscales depending on your income.

Chinese Students International Wellbeing Support Centre
  • Cost: All services are free (this includes up to 3 one-to-one emotionalÌýwellbeing support sessions)
  • Address:Ìý8 Northumberland Avenue, London, WC2N 5BY, United Kingdom
  • Website:Ìý

A not-for-profit organisation offering emotional well-being support for Chinese international students living in the UK.Ìý

CISCIC offer both one-to-one and group support sessions, as well as support over the phone and by email.

If you are experiencing a difficult time in your academic or personal life and your emotional health is preventing you from overcoming these difficulties, get in touch with CISCIC to discuss your support needs with them.


Anxiety andÌýworryÌý

Find out what apps and programmes are available to help you with your anxiety.Ìý

Anxiety UKÌý

Supporting those who experience an anxiety disorder with a range of services and resources, including downloadable apps.Ìý
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MindÌý

The UK's mental health charity, Mind provides a wide range of resources and guidance for those experiencing stress, anxiety, depression or related conditions.Ìý

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NHSÌý

Comprehensive guidance and signposting from the NHS onÌýanxiety.Ìý
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BereavementÌý

Practical adviceÌý

Bereavement Advice CentreÌý

Advice on practical issues when someone dies as well as coping with the grief.Ìý
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SuddenÌý

The charity Sudden produced .Ìý

NHSÌý

Comprehensive guidance and signposting from the NHS.Ìý
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Counselling andÌýfurtherÌýsupportÌý

NHS Choices  has information about how to cope and mental health and wellbeing. Ìý

Child Bereavement UKÌý

Support for young people, up to the age of 25, who have experienced a bereavement. This site also includes Android and Apple apps that help you cope with bereavement.Ìý
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Survivors of Bereavement by SuicideÌý

Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (SoBS) exists to meet the needs of and overcome the isolation experienced by people over 18 who have been bereaved by suicide.Ìý
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Amparo

Amparo offers supportÌýfor anyone living in or affected by a suicide in the boroughs of Barnet, Camden, Haringey, Islington and Enfield.

Support after Suicide Partnership

Support after Suicide Partnership support people bereaved by suicide who are neurodivergent.

Cruse Bereavement CareÌý

Somewhere to turn when someone dies, Cruse offers support, information and advice.Ìý
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Restoring Hope leafletÌý

This leaflet is about what you can do to help yourself, how others can help you, how you can help other people who may be struggling to cope after the death of someone close, and where you can get more advice and support.Ìý
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What's Your Grief?Ìý

What's Your Grief? offers an online supportive community, resources and discussion about grief. Ìý
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Good Grief TrustÌý

The Good Grief Trust offers support and resources by others who have been bereaved.  Ìý
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Local support (Camden and surrounding areas)Ìý

Camden, City, Islington, Westminster Bereavement ServicesÌý

  • Address: 6-8 York Mews, London NW5 2UJÌý
  • Phone: +44 (0)207 284 0090Ìý
  • Website:ÌýÌý

Free bereavement counselling for over-18s registered with a GP in Camden or Islington.Ìý
Bereavement counselling to people from all other boroughs is offered on a concessionary basis.Ìý

CARIS - Islington Bereavement ServiceÌý

  • The Annexe, St Mellitus Church,ÌýTollingtonÌýPark, London N4 3AGÌý
  • Phone: +44 (0)207 281 5200Ìý
  • Website:ÌýÌý

Free bereavement counselling for Islington residents.Ìý

The North Central London ClinicalÌýCommisioningÌýGroup have created a new NCL Suicide Prevention and Bereavement Support Service for individuals who are 18 and above and live in Camden, Islington, Haringey, Barnet and Enfield.Ìý
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Depression and low moodÌý

Find out what app resources are available to you to help manage depression, low mood and general wellbeing.Ìý

Explore the online self-help library for reading material on depression and low mood.

MindÌý

The UK's mental health charity, Mind provides a wide range of resources and guidance for those experiencing stress, anxiety, depression or related conditions.Ìý


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NHSÌý

Comprehensive guidance and signposting from the NHS on depression.Ìý
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Students Against Depression

Students Against Depression provides you with a calm environmentÌýand the resources to help you find a way forward -Ìýa website offering advice, information and guidance to those affected by low mood, depression and suicidal thinking.


Drugs and alcohol misuse or addictionÌý

Explore the online self-help library for further reading on drugs and alcohol.Ìý

NHSÌý

Comprehensive guidance and signposting from the NHS on substance misuse.Ìý

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ChangingÌýUnwanted Behaviour (CUBE) - ¹û¶³Ó°ÔºÌý

The Changing Unwanted BEhaviour (CUBE) Clinic is a specialistÌýNHS ​​​​​​mental health service within the ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº University Clinic. The CUBE Clinic offers assessment and treatment forÌýstudents with problems related to their use of alcohol, drugs and other addictive behaviours such as gaming, gambling and pornography.ÌýThe teamÌýconsists of a consultant psychiatrist, a psychologist and a trainee clinical psychologist.

The clinic is linked with theÌý, Central North West London NHS Foundation Trust, a multidisciplinary substance misuse service specialising in supporting people who experience problems with their use of club drugs and novel psychoactive substances.

They offer face to face or video appointments depending on your preference. The clinic runs every Thursday between 9.00am andÌý5.00pm.

Change Grow Live (Camden)Ìý

Change Grow Live (CGL) offers support to anyone working, living or studying in the BoroughÌýof CamdenÌýwho may be struggling with drugs, alcohol and prescription medication addiction, or who are worried about family members or friends.ÌýÌý
Provides an online Webchat service providing easy-access advice and information without the need to be formally referred to our services. It's a text chat service, is free, confidential and anonymous.ÌýÌý
You can speak to an adviser on our free, confidential helpline number:Ìý03330 150 673. It's open on Monday and Thursday from 9:00 - 20:00. On Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday it's open from 9:00 - 17:00.ÌýÌý
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Rehab 4 Addiction

Rehab 4 Addiction is an advisory and referral service for people who suffer from alcohol, drug and behavioural addiction.

Rehab 4 Addiction works closely with rehabilitation centres and outpatient clinics throughout the United Kingdom and theÌýÌýmatch a patients’ addiction with an appropriately placed rehabilitation centre. They offer rehabilitation centres patient referrals andÌýalways prioritise the needs of the specific patient when doing so. They maintain a substantial network of rehabilitation centres throughout the United Kingdom, includingÌýprivate rehabilitation centres and the NHS.

  • Phone: +44 (0)800 140 4690
  • Website:Ìý

AdfamÌý

A charity supporting families affected by drugs and alcohol.Ìý
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Integrated Camden Alcohol Service (ICAS)Ìý

A local NHS service providing medically assisted community detoxification or referral to inpatient detoxification treatment. ÌýFree and confidential support and counselling regarding alcohol and drug use for over-18s in Camden. Self-referral by drop-in. Help with cutting down or stopping all together. Also open to family members and significant others.Ìý

  • 7-8 Early Mews, Arlington Road, London NW1 7HGÌý
  • Phone: +44 (0)203 227 4950Ìý
  • Website:ÌýÌý

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South Camden Drug ServiceÌý

A local NHS service for people who are concerned about their use of drugs. Includes the GRIP clinic for those experiencing problems related to their use of club or party drugs.  Ìý
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DrinkawareÌý

Drinkaware is an independent charity working to reduce alcohol misuse and harm in the UK.Ìý
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DrinklineÌý

DrinklineÌýis the national alcohol helpline. If you're worried about your own or someone else's drinking, you can call this free helpline, in complete confidence.Ìý

  • Phone: +44 (0)300 123 1110 - weekdays from 9am to 8pm, weekends from 11am to 4pmÌý

FRANKÌý

Honest information about drugs - provides practical advice and signposting to support.Ìý
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NACAOÌý(The National Association for Children of Alcoholics)Ìý

  • Phone: +44 (0)800 358 3456Ìý
  • Website:ÌýÌý

ReleaseÌý

Practical advice on drugs, what they are and harm reduction advice, as well as counselling and other support.Ìý

  • Phone: +44 (0)207 324 2989Ìý
  • Monday to Friday from 11am to 1pm and from 2pm to 4pmÌý
  • Website:ÌýÌý

Re-solvÌý

  • Phone: +44 (0)178 581 0762Ìý
  • Website:ÌýÌý

Experts on issues related to volatile substance abuse.Ìý

Provides support to those whose lives are affected by solvents, gases and other ‘legal highs'.Ìý


Eating disorders, body image and weightÌý

Explore the online self-help library for further reading on overcoming eating disorders.Ìý

BeatÌý

Provides advice, support and training to individuals with eating disorders and theirÌýcarers. Includes two helplines and a one-to-one web chat available all-year round.Ìý
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FREEDÌýÌý

FREED provides information, advice and support if you’re worried about eating, weight, shape or someone else. The best way forward is to get help and support earlyÌýand know you are not alone.ÌýThey have self-help material as well as guidance on how to get professional help.ÌýÌý

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Overeaters Anonymous Great BritainÌý

Provides insight into problems of eating compulsively, strength to deal with it, and a very real hope that there is a solution. All welcome.Ìý
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General mental health and wellbeingÌý

There are a variety of organisations that offer support across a range of mental health and wellbeing issues. Some are aimed at youngÌýadults,Ìýothers are for all ages.Ìý

Check outÌýapps and online resources to help you take simple steps to look after you mental health andÌýimprove your mental wellbeing.

Explore the online self-help library for a vast array of reading material, including topics such as stress and anxiety, personal development and relationships.

NHSÌý

Comprehensive guidance and signposting from the NHS on a wide range of mental health and wellbeing subjects.Ìý

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MindÌý

The UK's mental health charity, Mind provides a wide range of resources and guidance for those experiencing mental health difficulties of all kinds.Ìý

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Every Mind MattersÌý

Every Mind Matters is an NHS campaign to help people with their mental health and wellbeing. Their website provides expert advice and practical tips on supporting your mental health and even has aÌýcoronairusÌýrelated wellbeing section. You can get a free mind plan by just answering their quick 5 questions and they have links to urgent support and tips on how to help others in need as well.Ìý

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Good ThinkingÌý

Good Thinking is an NHS approved mental wellbeing service that can link you up to over 100 different free mental health resources and services based across London.Ìý

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Royal College of PsychiatristsÌý

The Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCP) is the professional medical body responsible for supporting psychiatrists throughout their careers. They provide information on a wide range of mental health difficulties, much of which can be downloaded as leaflets. Ìý

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Side-by-Side Ìý

Side-by-Side is a supportive online community where you can feel at home talking about your mental health and connect with others who understand what you are going through.Ìý

We all know what it's like to struggle sometimes, but now there's a safe place to listen, share and be heard. Whether you're feeling good right now, or having a hard time, it's a safe place to share experiences and listen to others. The community is available to all, 24/7.Ìý

Side by Side is moderated daily from 8.30am to midnight.Ìý

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Student MindsÌý

Student Minds is the UK’s student mental health charity, empowering students and members of the university community to look after their own mental health, support others and create change.Ìý

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The MixÌý

Aimed at those under 25 years of age, The Mix offers information and support on mental health, as well as physical health, relationships, drink and drugs, housing, money, work and study, crime and safety, travel, and lifestyle.Ìý

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MindfulnessÌý

Explore reading material on mindfulness and meditation here.

More digital resources on mindfulness here.Ìý

NHSÌý

The NHS provides a useful introduction to mindfulness.Ìý
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MindÌý

The UK's mental health charity, Mind provides a wide range of resources and guidance for those wanting to explore mindfulness, how to practice it and how it can help with mental health problems.Ìý
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Self-harmÌý

NHSÌýcrisis supportÌý

VisitÌý, if you or someone you know is at serious risk to their life. IncludesÌý.Ìý

Comprehensive guidance and signposting from the NHS on self-harm.Ìý
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MindÌý

The UK's mental health charity, Mind provides a wide range of resources and guidance for those who are self-harming.Ìý
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Body & SoulÌý

Body & Soul is a charity who use a whole-person approach in supporting people. Having begun by supporting people affected by childhood adversity, the charity has grown to support people in a range of ways. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts orÌýself harm, Body & Soul can support you with the following services:Ìý

  • Integrative psychotherapyÌý
  • Systemic family therapyÌý
  • Life-coachingÌý
  • DBT (Dialectal Behavioural Therapy)Ìý
  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)Ìý

For support, pleaseÌýcontactÌýStudent Support and Wellbeing, orÌýÌýdirectly.Ìý

RethinkÌý

Provides information and a helpline for anyone affected by mental health problems, including eating disorders.Ìý
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TESSÌý

  • Phone: +44 (0)780 047 2908 (text message only)Ìý

  • Website:ÌýÌý

For women in the UK affected by self-harm.Ìý

Open Sunday to Thursday, from 7pm to 9pm via text or webchat from their webpage.Ìý


Sexual misconduct, domestic violence, bullying andÌýharassmentÌý

¹û¶³Ó°Ôº 24/7 Student Support Line

¹û¶³Ó°Ôº 24/7 Student Support Line providesÌýtelephone counselling and advice available 24/7. This confidential, free service is available to all ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº students in the UK and overseas. To speak to an adviser, callÌý+44 (0) 808 238 0077.

Report + Support

Ìýhave a comprehensive list of all support services for those affected by sexual misconduct, domestic violence, bullying and harassment and general mental health and wellbeing.ÌýÌý

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Sleep problemsÌý

Explore the online self-help library for reading material on insomnia and sleep problems.Ìý

Mind Ìý

The UK's mental health charity, Mind provides a wide range of resources and guidance for those experiencing difficulties related to their sleep.Ìý
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NHSÌý

The NHS providesÌýa number ofÌýresources to help improve sleep quality and support those experiencing insomnia.Ìý


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Stress and resilienceÌý

Explore the online self-help library for further reading material about stress.Ìý

Discover online programmes and app resources to help manage stress.Ìý

NHSÌý

Comprehensive guidance and signposting from the NHS on stress, anxiety and depression.Ìý
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MindÌý

The UK's mental health charity, Mind provides a wide range of resources and guidance for those experiencing stress, anxiety, depression or related conditions.Ìý

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Mental Health FoundationÌý

A nationwide charity helping people to thrive through understanding, protecting, and sustaining their mental health. Ìý

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Suicidal thoughtsÌý

¹û¶³Ó°Ôº 24/7 Student Support Line

¹û¶³Ó°Ôº 24/7 Student Support Line providesÌýtelephone counselling and advice available 24/7. This confidential, free service is available to all ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº students in the UK and overseas. To speak to an adviser, callÌý+44 (0) 808 238 0077.

SamaritansÌý

The Samaritans offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like about whatever’s getting to you. They can help you explore your options, understand your problems better, or they can just be there to listen. You can call the Samaritans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You don’t have to be suicidal to call.Ìý

You can also visit the Samaritans in branch to talk to a volunteer face to face if you find it easier.Ìý

Body & SoulÌý

Body & Soul is a charity who use a whole-person approach in supporting people. Having begun by supporting people affected by childhood adversity, the charity has grown to support people in a range of ways. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts orÌýself harm, Body & Soul can support you with the following services:Ìý

  • Integrative psychotherapyÌý
  • Systemic family therapyÌý
  • Life-coachingÌý
  • DBT (Dialectal Behavioural Therapy)Ìý
  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)Ìý

For support, pleaseÌýcontactÌýStudent Support and Wellbeing, orÌýÌýdirectly.Ìý

CALM - Campaign Against Living MiserablyÌý

  • Website:ÌýÌý
  • Phone: +44 (0)800 58 58 58 (nationwide) or +44 (0)808 802 58 58 (London)Ìý
  • Webchat:ÌýÌý

The Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) is leading a movement against suicide.Ìý

Their helpline and webchat is for people in the UK who are down or have hit a wall for any reason, who need to talk or find information and support. They're open 5pm to midnight, 365 days a year.Ìý

HOPELINE247Ìý

  • Phone: +44 (0)800 068 41 41Ìý
  • Text: +44 (0)7860 039967
  • Website:Ìý
  • Email:Ìýpat@papyrus-uk.orgÌý

TheÌýfree HOPELINE247Ìýservice isÌýsimilar toÌýthe Samaritans but specifically for people under 35 who are feeling suicidal.Ìý

They will also give advice if you are worried about someone else with suicidal thoughts.Ìý

Open 9am to 10pm on weekdays, 2pm to 10pm on weekends and bank holidays.Ìý

MaytreeÌý

  • Website:ÌýÌý

Maytree is a charity that provides support by offering a one-off residential stay when in a suicidal crisis. Volunteers at Maytree are available to talk to throughout a stay - this is not a centre for therapeutic support, but a place of sanctuary in a crisis.Ìý

For more information on the support that Maytree can provide,Ìý.ÌýAlternatively, contact theÌýStudent Support and Wellbeing team.Ìý

NightlineÌý

Nightline is an out-of-hours listening service run by students, for students. Their advisers are students themselves who have had extensive training to help them support their peers.Ìý

You can speak to someone from Nightline over the phone at any time from 6pm to 8am every night of term. They also offer support online, through text and through email.Ìý