If you are experiencing difficulties with your mental health, free and confidential support is available through Steps2Wellbeing, an NHS talking therapies service.

Steps2Wellbeing is part of the NHS Talking Therapies for Anxiety and Depression programme and is available to adults aged 18 and over.

What support is available?

Steps2Wellbeing can help with:

• Anxiety, stress, and low mood

• Depression

• Panic attacks and phobias

• Post-traumatic stress (PTSD)

• Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)

• Sleep difficulties linked to anxiety or stress

Support may include guided self-help, group courses, or one-to-one therapy, depending on your needs.

How to access the service

• You can self-refer directly to Steps2Wellbeing — you do not need to see a GP first

• Your GP or practice team can also support you to access the service if needed

Services are free and provided in line with NHS clinical guidelines.

Reaching out for support is an important step, and help is available.

Urgent mental health support

If you are in crisis or feel at risk of harm:

• Call 999 in an emergency

• Contact the NHS 111 mental health crisis line

• Visit A&E if immediate help is needed

Further information and self-referral

• Steps2Wellbeing:
  https://www.steps2wellbeing.co.uk

• NHS – Talking Therapies:
  https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/mental-health/find-an-nhs-talking-therapies-service