Do you need support now?
If you are feeling distressed or have concerns for your wellbeing and need to talk to someone, contact your GP or call any of these numbers:
NHS Single Point of Access (SPA): 0800 6444 101: For people to access NHS
mental health support and services. Lines are open 24/7.
Hertfordshire and Mid Essex Talking Therapies: To make a self referral or find out more about the service, visit:
Hertfordshire and Mid Essex Talking Therapies
To request a self referral form be sent to you via post, please call 0800 6444 101.
Healthy Young Minds in Herts: Access Hertfordshire CAMHS Mental health support and services for children and young people. For more information visit: www.healthyyoungmindsinherts.org.uk
NightLight Crisis Helpline: 01923 256391 – Telephone line open from 7pm to 1am every day of the year. For more information visit: Nightlight Crisis Service
Samaritans: 116 123 Lines open 24 hours a day. Calls are free.
Saneline: 0300 304 7000: Open every day 4.30pm to 10.30pm.
Shout: Free 24/7 support for people in crisis. Text SHOUT to 85258 in the UK to text with a trained Crisis Volunteer. For more information visit:
Mindline Trans+ National Helpline: 0300 330 5468 National helpline for people who identify as Trans, non-binary & their friends and families. Open every Mon- day and Friday 8pm-Midnight
NHS 111 Service: For non-emergency medical help, open 24 hours every day. Calls are free. In emergencies only, call 999.