Mental health issues

 

• Patients aged 16 years or older can:
  • self-refer to Talking Therapies for counselling by completing the online form or phoning (01208) 871905. This service is also available for patients with a long-term health condition (e.g. COPD, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome) affecting their mood.
     
  • phone the mental health emergency helpline on 0800 038 5300.
• Patients younger than 19 years can:
  • self-refer to Kooth.
     
  • be referred by their parents to the Early Help hub for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), neurodevelopmental assessment, parenting support, and portage.