You can choose who to contact in your area to learn more about the help you can get.
You might want to contact more than one of these places to find out about all the adult mental health services that are available.
Your GP surgery
A doctor can help you work out what kind of support you need and introduce you to the right mental health service. This is known as a GP referral.
Local councils
Some mental health services are provided by local authorities such as your council. This could include services like helplines, crisis support and therapy.
Local pharmacies
Pharmacists are trained healthcare professionals and can provide advice on medicines, including those used to treat mental health conditions. Some pharmacists can also offer information on local mental health services.
Therapy and counselling from the NHS
NHS talking therapies services are for people in England aged 18 or over. You can find out about the talking therapies service in your area and get in touch with them without speaking to your GP.
If you need help now and you're not sure what to do
If you need urgent help for your mental health, get help from 111 online or call 111 and select the mental health option.
If you think it's an emergency
- Find your nearest A&E
- Call 999