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Information about mental wellbeing services in Leeds

2015update

At least one in four of us will experience a mental health problem at some point in our life particularly anxiety or depression There is a lot of help available but it can be difficult to know which service is suitable and how to access it

If you are feeling concerned the best first step is to talk to your doctor (GP) as they can either refer you to a suitable service or give you information about what else might help People of all ages can experience emotional distress and you will not be wasting your GPrsquos time by talking about how you feel Alternatively there are services that you can contact yourself

There are many services in Leeds that are not included in this leaflet For a full directory of local services visit wwwmentalhealthleedsinfo

Contact the following services forhelliphellip talking therapy or counselling

Leeds Improving Access to Psychological Therapy Service (IAPT) works with people aged 17 or over with common mental health problems such as anxiety and depression to develop new ways of coping It offers guided self-help and stress and mood management courses as well as one to one talking therapy0113 843 4388 (MondayndashFriday 830amndash4pm)

Cruse Bereavement Care provides support information and practical advice to any bereaved adult over 18 years of age living in LeedsCruse Care Line 0113 234 4150 (TuesdayndashFriday 1030amndash2pm)

The Market Place offers confidential mental health and sexual health drop-in service or one to one support for 13-25 year olds Young people can get support for their emotional well-being and work through issues or crisis0113 246 1659 bull wwwthemarketplaceleedsorguk

Leeds Bereaved by Suicide Service ndash If someone you are close to has ended their own life you can access one-to-one support group support or counselling Support is provided by survivors of suicide bereavement 0113 305 5800 bull Leeds Mind

The following independent services may charge for some types of counselling but fees are usually set according to your income or involve a voluntary contribution Call to find out more

Leeds Counselling provides counselling and therapy through a range of services for adults and childrenyoung people0113 245 0303 bull wwwleedscounsellingorguk

Womenrsquos Counselling and Therapy Service offers individual therapy group therapy and art therapy to women on a low-income0113 245 5725 bull wwwwomenstherapyleedsorguk

Leeds Mind Counselling Offers low-cost group and individual counselling sessions0113 305 5800 bull wwwleedsmindorguk

Support in Leeds for you your friends and your family

Contact the following services forhelliphellipself help and social support

Leeds Mind Peer Support Service Offers courses workshops and support groups to explore mental health and wellbeing in order to share and benefit from the experience of others0113 305 5800 bull wwwleedsmindorg

Community Alternatives Team is a Leeds City Council service for adults with mental health issues It offers social and leisure groups in the community to reduce isolation and support recovery0113 378 2301

Touchstone Support Centre Offers a range of services aimed at improving peoplersquos mental health and wellbeing Touchstone is provides mental health support to black and minority ethnic people including carers Staff and volunteers speak community languages0113 271 8277 bull wwwtouchstonesupportorguk

Carers Leeds Provides information and advice plus social and emotional support for unpaid carers 0113 246 8338 bull wwwcarersleedsorguk

hellipadvice

Citizens Advice Bureau ndash Call for information about issues such as benefits or debt advice Leeds CAB also includes a specialist team for people using mental health servicesNational advice line 0845 04 05 06 06 bull wwwleedscaborguk

Forward Leeds provides alcohol and drug services for adults and young people across Leeds including prevention treatment and recovery0113 887 2477

Services that you may need a referral forhellip

If you are experiencing particular distress or difficulties relating to your mental health that is seriously impacting on your life your GP or health worker may refer you to specialist mental health services (provided by Leeds and York Partnership Foundation Trust)

This may involve a specialist mental health worker (such as a Community Psychiatric Nurse) visiting you in your own home for a short period or more intensive support People also see a psychiatrist (specialist mental health doctor) who can prescribe medication and recommend treatment In some cases someone may need to stay as an inpatient in hospital to receive round the clock care however this is only provided when someone is not well enough to stay in their own home

You may also need support to manage your day-to-day life as a result of your mental health needs in which case you may be referred to Leeds City Council Adult Social Care who provide a range of services including employment and education support day centres housing support workers and social groups

Specialist support for people experiencing mental health problems may also be provided from a range of voluntary sector (not-for-profit organsiations) by trained workers They provide a variety of services for people with mental health problems including one-to-one support housing support befriending employment services and art groups Generally you need to be referred to these services so talk to your health worker or search on

wwwleedsmhdirectorycouk

If you already use specialist mental health services your care coordinator may have referred you to the Intensive Community Service ndash if so contact the out of hourrsquos numbers as recommended

If your care coordinator is not working and you are not involved with the Intensive Community Service then you can access the crisis team out of hours via the Single Point of Access on 0300 300 1485 The person who you speak to will initially offer telephone advice and support but will undertake face to face assessments if required

Talk to someone by phone

There are several telephone helplines you can call to speak to someone who understands how yoursquore feeling and can help you through the immediate crisis

Connect Helpline provides up to an hour of emotional support by telephone It is run by Leeds Survivor Led Crisis Service0808 800 12 12 (6pmndash1030pm every night)

The Samaritans is a listening service open all year for people feeling suicidal depressed or in crisis08457 90 90 90 (24 hours every day)

Saneline is an out-of-hours telephone helpline offering practical information crisis care and emotional support to anybody affected by mental health problems 0845 767 8000 (6pm-11pm every night) Info about call charges

CALM ndash Helpline for men of any age Callers can talk through any issue wersquoll listen and offer information and signposting Calls are anonymous and confidential and wonrsquot show up on your phone bill0800 58 58 58 (5pm to midnight every night) Info about who can call for free

What to do if yoursquore in a crisisIf you feel suicidal then go to your GP It may be difficult at this time but itrsquos important to know yoursquore not beyond help and yoursquore not alone Your GP can then talk to you about your needs and if appropriate refer you for more support If you need an urgent service you may be referred to the NHS Crisis Service

If you are already in contact with specialist mental health services for example receiving support from a psychiatrist or care co-ordinator you should have a care plan in place If you are in crisis call your mental health worker or the emergency contact numbers in your care plan

Evenings and weekends

During the evening at weekends and on bank holidays you can contact an out of hours GP service can by phoning the number you usually use to contact your GP A doctor will either give you advice over the telephone or arrange an urgent appointment

You can also call NHS 111 for advice The 111 adviser will be able to assess the problem and advise on the best course of action which may be to see a health professional

You can also visit Dial House or Dial HouseTouchstone which offer overnight crisis support in a homely and safe environment These services are run by Leeds Survivor Led Crisis Service

Dial House is an overnight place of sanctuary offering crisis support open 6pmndash2am on Friday Saturday Sunday Monday and Wednesday If it is your frist visist you can turn up at the door at 6pm If you have visited before you must ring 0113 2609328 or text 07922 249 452 from 6pm on the night you want to visit

Dial House has a family room so parents in crisis can bring children with them It is also possible for visitors to be transported by taxi Deaf visitors can be supported by BSL

Dial House Touchstone is a crisis service for people from Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) groups It is open 6pmndash11pm Tuesday and Thursday Call 0113 2494675 or text 07763581853 during opening hours

At least one in four of us will experience a mental health problem at some point in our life particularly anxiety or depression There is a lot of help available but it can be difficult to know which service is suitable and how to access it

If you are feeling concerned the best first step is to talk to your doctor (GP) as they can either refer you to a suitable service or give you information about what else might help People of all ages can experience emotional distress and you will not be wasting your GPrsquos time by talking about how you feel Alternatively there are services that you can contact yourself

There are many services in Leeds that are not included in this leaflet For a full directory of local services visit wwwmentalhealthleedsinfo

Contact the following services forhelliphellip talking therapy or counselling

Leeds Improving Access to Psychological Therapy Service (IAPT) works with people aged 17 or over with common mental health problems such as anxiety and depression to develop new ways of coping It offers guided self-help and stress and mood management courses as well as one to one talking therapy0113 843 4388 (MondayndashFriday 830amndash4pm)

Cruse Bereavement Care provides support information and practical advice to any bereaved adult over 18 years of age living in LeedsCruse Care Line 0113 234 4150 (TuesdayndashFriday 1030amndash2pm)

The Market Place offers confidential mental health and sexual health drop-in service or one to one support for 13-25 year olds Young people can get support for their emotional well-being and work through issues or crisis0113 246 1659 bull wwwthemarketplaceleedsorguk

Leeds Bereaved by Suicide Service ndash If someone you are close to has ended their own life you can access one-to-one support group support or counselling Support is provided by survivors of suicide bereavement 0113 305 5800 bull Leeds Mind

The following independent services may charge for some types of counselling but fees are usually set according to your income or involve a voluntary contribution Call to find out more

Leeds Counselling provides counselling and therapy through a range of services for adults and childrenyoung people0113 245 0303 bull wwwleedscounsellingorguk

Womenrsquos Counselling and Therapy Service offers individual therapy group therapy and art therapy to women on a low-income0113 245 5725 bull wwwwomenstherapyleedsorguk

Leeds Mind Counselling Offers low-cost group and individual counselling sessions0113 305 5800 bull wwwleedsmindorguk

Support in Leeds for you your friends and your family

Contact the following services forhelliphellipself help and social support

Leeds Mind Peer Support Service Offers courses workshops and support groups to explore mental health and wellbeing in order to share and benefit from the experience of others0113 305 5800 bull wwwleedsmindorg

Community Alternatives Team is a Leeds City Council service for adults with mental health issues It offers social and leisure groups in the community to reduce isolation and support recovery0113 378 2301

Touchstone Support Centre Offers a range of services aimed at improving peoplersquos mental health and wellbeing Touchstone is provides mental health support to black and minority ethnic people including carers Staff and volunteers speak community languages0113 271 8277 bull wwwtouchstonesupportorguk

Carers Leeds Provides information and advice plus social and emotional support for unpaid carers 0113 246 8338 bull wwwcarersleedsorguk

hellipadvice

Citizens Advice Bureau ndash Call for information about issues such as benefits or debt advice Leeds CAB also includes a specialist team for people using mental health servicesNational advice line 0845 04 05 06 06 bull wwwleedscaborguk

Forward Leeds provides alcohol and drug services for adults and young people across Leeds including prevention treatment and recovery0113 887 2477

Services that you may need a referral forhellip

If you are experiencing particular distress or difficulties relating to your mental health that is seriously impacting on your life your GP or health worker may refer you to specialist mental health services (provided by Leeds and York Partnership Foundation Trust)

This may involve a specialist mental health worker (such as a Community Psychiatric Nurse) visiting you in your own home for a short period or more intensive support People also see a psychiatrist (specialist mental health doctor) who can prescribe medication and recommend treatment In some cases someone may need to stay as an inpatient in hospital to receive round the clock care however this is only provided when someone is not well enough to stay in their own home

You may also need support to manage your day-to-day life as a result of your mental health needs in which case you may be referred to Leeds City Council Adult Social Care who provide a range of services including employment and education support day centres housing support workers and social groups

Specialist support for people experiencing mental health problems may also be provided from a range of voluntary sector (not-for-profit organsiations) by trained workers They provide a variety of services for people with mental health problems including one-to-one support housing support befriending employment services and art groups Generally you need to be referred to these services so talk to your health worker or search on

wwwleedsmhdirectorycouk

If you already use specialist mental health services your care coordinator may have referred you to the Intensive Community Service ndash if so contact the out of hourrsquos numbers as recommended

If your care coordinator is not working and you are not involved with the Intensive Community Service then you can access the crisis team out of hours via the Single Point of Access on 0300 300 1485 The person who you speak to will initially offer telephone advice and support but will undertake face to face assessments if required

Talk to someone by phone

There are several telephone helplines you can call to speak to someone who understands how yoursquore feeling and can help you through the immediate crisis

Connect Helpline provides up to an hour of emotional support by telephone It is run by Leeds Survivor Led Crisis Service0808 800 12 12 (6pmndash1030pm every night)

The Samaritans is a listening service open all year for people feeling suicidal depressed or in crisis08457 90 90 90 (24 hours every day)

Saneline is an out-of-hours telephone helpline offering practical information crisis care and emotional support to anybody affected by mental health problems 0845 767 8000 (6pm-11pm every night) Info about call charges

CALM ndash Helpline for men of any age Callers can talk through any issue wersquoll listen and offer information and signposting Calls are anonymous and confidential and wonrsquot show up on your phone bill0800 58 58 58 (5pm to midnight every night) Info about who can call for free

What to do if yoursquore in a crisisIf you feel suicidal then go to your GP It may be difficult at this time but itrsquos important to know yoursquore not beyond help and yoursquore not alone Your GP can then talk to you about your needs and if appropriate refer you for more support If you need an urgent service you may be referred to the NHS Crisis Service

If you are already in contact with specialist mental health services for example receiving support from a psychiatrist or care co-ordinator you should have a care plan in place If you are in crisis call your mental health worker or the emergency contact numbers in your care plan

Evenings and weekends

During the evening at weekends and on bank holidays you can contact an out of hours GP service can by phoning the number you usually use to contact your GP A doctor will either give you advice over the telephone or arrange an urgent appointment

You can also call NHS 111 for advice The 111 adviser will be able to assess the problem and advise on the best course of action which may be to see a health professional

You can also visit Dial House or Dial HouseTouchstone which offer overnight crisis support in a homely and safe environment These services are run by Leeds Survivor Led Crisis Service

Dial House is an overnight place of sanctuary offering crisis support open 6pmndash2am on Friday Saturday Sunday Monday and Wednesday If it is your frist visist you can turn up at the door at 6pm If you have visited before you must ring 0113 2609328 or text 07922 249 452 from 6pm on the night you want to visit

Dial House has a family room so parents in crisis can bring children with them It is also possible for visitors to be transported by taxi Deaf visitors can be supported by BSL

Dial House Touchstone is a crisis service for people from Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) groups It is open 6pmndash11pm Tuesday and Thursday Call 0113 2494675 or text 07763581853 during opening hours

Contact the following services forhelliphellipself help and social support

Leeds Mind Peer Support Service Offers courses workshops and support groups to explore mental health and wellbeing in order to share and benefit from the experience of others0113 305 5800 bull wwwleedsmindorg

Community Alternatives Team is a Leeds City Council service for adults with mental health issues It offers social and leisure groups in the community to reduce isolation and support recovery0113 378 2301

Touchstone Support Centre Offers a range of services aimed at improving peoplersquos mental health and wellbeing Touchstone is provides mental health support to black and minority ethnic people including carers Staff and volunteers speak community languages0113 271 8277 bull wwwtouchstonesupportorguk

Carers Leeds Provides information and advice plus social and emotional support for unpaid carers 0113 246 8338 bull wwwcarersleedsorguk

hellipadvice

Citizens Advice Bureau ndash Call for information about issues such as benefits or debt advice Leeds CAB also includes a specialist team for people using mental health servicesNational advice line 0845 04 05 06 06 bull wwwleedscaborguk

Forward Leeds provides alcohol and drug services for adults and young people across Leeds including prevention treatment and recovery0113 887 2477

Services that you may need a referral forhellip

If you are experiencing particular distress or difficulties relating to your mental health that is seriously impacting on your life your GP or health worker may refer you to specialist mental health services (provided by Leeds and York Partnership Foundation Trust)

This may involve a specialist mental health worker (such as a Community Psychiatric Nurse) visiting you in your own home for a short period or more intensive support People also see a psychiatrist (specialist mental health doctor) who can prescribe medication and recommend treatment In some cases someone may need to stay as an inpatient in hospital to receive round the clock care however this is only provided when someone is not well enough to stay in their own home

You may also need support to manage your day-to-day life as a result of your mental health needs in which case you may be referred to Leeds City Council Adult Social Care who provide a range of services including employment and education support day centres housing support workers and social groups

Specialist support for people experiencing mental health problems may also be provided from a range of voluntary sector (not-for-profit organsiations) by trained workers They provide a variety of services for people with mental health problems including one-to-one support housing support befriending employment services and art groups Generally you need to be referred to these services so talk to your health worker or search on

wwwleedsmhdirectorycouk

If you already use specialist mental health services your care coordinator may have referred you to the Intensive Community Service ndash if so contact the out of hourrsquos numbers as recommended

If your care coordinator is not working and you are not involved with the Intensive Community Service then you can access the crisis team out of hours via the Single Point of Access on 0300 300 1485 The person who you speak to will initially offer telephone advice and support but will undertake face to face assessments if required

Talk to someone by phone

There are several telephone helplines you can call to speak to someone who understands how yoursquore feeling and can help you through the immediate crisis

Connect Helpline provides up to an hour of emotional support by telephone It is run by Leeds Survivor Led Crisis Service0808 800 12 12 (6pmndash1030pm every night)

The Samaritans is a listening service open all year for people feeling suicidal depressed or in crisis08457 90 90 90 (24 hours every day)

Saneline is an out-of-hours telephone helpline offering practical information crisis care and emotional support to anybody affected by mental health problems 0845 767 8000 (6pm-11pm every night) Info about call charges

CALM ndash Helpline for men of any age Callers can talk through any issue wersquoll listen and offer information and signposting Calls are anonymous and confidential and wonrsquot show up on your phone bill0800 58 58 58 (5pm to midnight every night) Info about who can call for free

What to do if yoursquore in a crisisIf you feel suicidal then go to your GP It may be difficult at this time but itrsquos important to know yoursquore not beyond help and yoursquore not alone Your GP can then talk to you about your needs and if appropriate refer you for more support If you need an urgent service you may be referred to the NHS Crisis Service

If you are already in contact with specialist mental health services for example receiving support from a psychiatrist or care co-ordinator you should have a care plan in place If you are in crisis call your mental health worker or the emergency contact numbers in your care plan

Evenings and weekends

During the evening at weekends and on bank holidays you can contact an out of hours GP service can by phoning the number you usually use to contact your GP A doctor will either give you advice over the telephone or arrange an urgent appointment

You can also call NHS 111 for advice The 111 adviser will be able to assess the problem and advise on the best course of action which may be to see a health professional

You can also visit Dial House or Dial HouseTouchstone which offer overnight crisis support in a homely and safe environment These services are run by Leeds Survivor Led Crisis Service

Dial House is an overnight place of sanctuary offering crisis support open 6pmndash2am on Friday Saturday Sunday Monday and Wednesday If it is your frist visist you can turn up at the door at 6pm If you have visited before you must ring 0113 2609328 or text 07922 249 452 from 6pm on the night you want to visit

Dial House has a family room so parents in crisis can bring children with them It is also possible for visitors to be transported by taxi Deaf visitors can be supported by BSL

Dial House Touchstone is a crisis service for people from Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) groups It is open 6pmndash11pm Tuesday and Thursday Call 0113 2494675 or text 07763581853 during opening hours

If you already use specialist mental health services your care coordinator may have referred you to the Intensive Community Service ndash if so contact the out of hourrsquos numbers as recommended

If your care coordinator is not working and you are not involved with the Intensive Community Service then you can access the crisis team out of hours via the Single Point of Access on 0300 300 1485 The person who you speak to will initially offer telephone advice and support but will undertake face to face assessments if required

Talk to someone by phone

There are several telephone helplines you can call to speak to someone who understands how yoursquore feeling and can help you through the immediate crisis

Connect Helpline provides up to an hour of emotional support by telephone It is run by Leeds Survivor Led Crisis Service0808 800 12 12 (6pmndash1030pm every night)

The Samaritans is a listening service open all year for people feeling suicidal depressed or in crisis08457 90 90 90 (24 hours every day)

Saneline is an out-of-hours telephone helpline offering practical information crisis care and emotional support to anybody affected by mental health problems 0845 767 8000 (6pm-11pm every night) Info about call charges

CALM ndash Helpline for men of any age Callers can talk through any issue wersquoll listen and offer information and signposting Calls are anonymous and confidential and wonrsquot show up on your phone bill0800 58 58 58 (5pm to midnight every night) Info about who can call for free

What to do if yoursquore in a crisisIf you feel suicidal then go to your GP It may be difficult at this time but itrsquos important to know yoursquore not beyond help and yoursquore not alone Your GP can then talk to you about your needs and if appropriate refer you for more support If you need an urgent service you may be referred to the NHS Crisis Service

If you are already in contact with specialist mental health services for example receiving support from a psychiatrist or care co-ordinator you should have a care plan in place If you are in crisis call your mental health worker or the emergency contact numbers in your care plan

Evenings and weekends

During the evening at weekends and on bank holidays you can contact an out of hours GP service can by phoning the number you usually use to contact your GP A doctor will either give you advice over the telephone or arrange an urgent appointment

You can also call NHS 111 for advice The 111 adviser will be able to assess the problem and advise on the best course of action which may be to see a health professional

You can also visit Dial House or Dial HouseTouchstone which offer overnight crisis support in a homely and safe environment These services are run by Leeds Survivor Led Crisis Service

Dial House is an overnight place of sanctuary offering crisis support open 6pmndash2am on Friday Saturday Sunday Monday and Wednesday If it is your frist visist you can turn up at the door at 6pm If you have visited before you must ring 0113 2609328 or text 07922 249 452 from 6pm on the night you want to visit

Dial House has a family room so parents in crisis can bring children with them It is also possible for visitors to be transported by taxi Deaf visitors can be supported by BSL

Dial House Touchstone is a crisis service for people from Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) groups It is open 6pmndash11pm Tuesday and Thursday Call 0113 2494675 or text 07763581853 during opening hours

Information correct June 2015

Leeds

Get support online

Sometimes it can feel difficult to pick up the telephone but writing down your thoughts and feelings can help you better understand them Samaritans volunteers answer approximately 600 emails a day that come through to josamaritansorg

Nearly half of the emails are from people who are having a tough time but not suicidal

Samaritans aim to respond to your email within 12 hours

Elefriends is a supportive online community where you can be yourself We all know what itrsquos like to struggle sometimes but now therersquos a safe place to listen share and be heard

Elefriends is managed by the charity Mind elefriendsorguk

Workplace Leeds

Employment is an important part of mental health recovery and across Leeds the aim is that people are able to find employment when they want maintain a family and social life and contribute to community and avoid loneliness and isolation WorkPlace Leeds amp Leeds Mind offer services through a combination of one-to-one sessions and group work

For more information see wwwleedsmindorgukemployment or contact WorkPlace LeedsLeeds Mind on 0113 230 2631 or adminworkplaceleedscom

For a full directory of mental health services in Leeds go to

wwwleedsmhdirectorycouk

Leeds Mental Health Directory