Getting professional support

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as caring for your physical health. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just need someone to talk to, support is available.

Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, and you do not have to go through difficult moments alone. You can start by speaking to your GP, who can give advice, support, and refer you to specialist services if needed.

There are also a range of organisations and self-help resources available.

Children and young people

For a full range of services available to children and young people, visit Forward Thinking Birmingham

On their website you can find a range of services for children and young people up to 25 years old.

Living Well Consortium

They have a range of services to support children and young people aged 11 to 18. There is an option to self-refer.

Kooth

Kooth is a free, safe, anonymous online platform that provides counselling services and mental health services for young people aged 13 and over.

Papyrus UK

Phone 0800 0684141 or text 07860 039967. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Childline

Phone 0800 11 11. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

NHS Every Mind Matters

The NHS Every Mind Matters website provides videos and advice on mental health and wellbeing for young people.

You can also visit your GP and ask for advice, support, or referrals to specialist services if needed.

Adults

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health Foundation Trust

Their website lists a range of services for adults, aged 18 and over.

NHS Talking Therapies

NHS Talking Therapies provide support for people 18 years old and over living with depression and anxiety. They have an option to self-refer.

Birmingham Mind Talking Space and Crisis Support

Phone 0121 262 3555, or complete an online form to book an appointment.

Drop-in support is available across several Talking Space locations:

Erdington - 501 Slade Road, Erdington, B23 7JG
Selly Oak - Grounded, 11 Bournbrook Road, Selly Oak, B29 7BL
Northfield - Creative Support, 888 Bristol Road S, Birmingham, B31 2PA
St Paul's - Grounded St Pauls, 55 St Paul's Square, Birmingham, B3 1QS

The Waiting Room

Visit the landing page to find a one-stop directory for health and wellbeing services in Birmingham and Solihull

The NHS Every Mind Matters

The NHS website provides wellbeing tips and advice and support for mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress You can also visit your GP and ask for advice, support, or referrals to specialist services if needed.