Specialist Wellbeing Support phoneline for health and care workers
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Self-harm
It’s important to know that support is available for anyone who self-harms or thinks about self-harm, as well as their friends and family.
It’s best to speak to a GP about self-harm, but you may also find it helpful to speak to a free listening service or support organisation.
A GP will listen and discuss the best options for you, which could include self-help or support groups. They can also give you advice and treatment for minor injuries.
If needed, a GP may discuss referring you for an assessment with a local community mental health team (CMHT). An assessment will help your care team work out a treatment plan with you, such as a talking therapy, to help you manage your self-harm.
Free listening services
If you just need to talk, any time of day or night, these services offer confidential advice from trained volunteers. You can talk about anything that’s troubling you, no matter how difficult:
• Call 116 123 to talk to Samaritans, or email: [email protected] for a reply within 24 hours
• Text “SHOUT” to 85258 to contact the Shout Crisis Text Line, or text “YM” if you’re under 19
If you’re under 19, you can also call 0800 1111 to talk to Childline. The number will not appear on your phone bill.
If you prefer a webchat, these services are available at certain times:
• Self Injury Support webchat (for women and girls) is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 7pm to 9.30pm
• CALM webchat (for men) is open from 5pm to midnight every day
More information about where to get help for self-harm is available here
Alternatively, take a look at the services below:
Local Listings
Mind
Mind is a mental health support charity and offers a way of finding out what’s available in your area, such as specific BAME groups.
Selfharm.co.uk
Selfharm.co.uk is a charity which supports young people aged 14-19 impacted by self-harm and provides information and a moderated discussion board where you can ask questions and get support
National Self Harm Network
National Self Harm Network is a national charity offering support, advice and advocacy services to people affected by self-harm directly or in a care role.
Harmless
Harmless is a sponsored organisation which provides a range of services about self-harm including support, information to people who self-harm, their friends and families.
Cirencester Eating Disorders Self-Help Group
Cirencester Eating Disorders Self-Help Group is part of a network of support groups all over the country coordinated by Beat Eating Disorders.
Stay Alive App
Stay Alive App is a free suicide prevention resource for the UK, from charity Grassroots Suicide Prevention.
Papyrus Prevention of Young Suicide
A national charity which provides confidential support and practical advice for any children and young people under the age of 35 who may be having suicidal thoughts.
Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHTT)
The teams offer advice and support when you feel you require an increased level of care, due to your mental health or due to emotional and psychological distress.
SupportLine
SupportLine is a charity which provides a confidential telephone helpline offering emotional support to any individual on any issue.
Samaritans
Samaritans is a charity providing non-judgemental listening support to anyone.
Childline
Childline is a national free, private and confidential service for children and young people under the age of 19 where you can talk about anything big or small with trained counsellors.
ChatHealth
ChatHealth offers support to young people aged between 11 – 19 with questions relating to a wide range of health and wellbeing issues
On Your Mind Glos (OMYG)
On Your Mind Glos is a website providing information about to bullying, eating disorders and anxiety and where you can go for more support.
Crisis
If you or someone you know over the age of 11 needs help in a mental health crisis, call our crisis team – available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
National Listings
Samaritans
Specialist Wellbeing Support phoneline for health and care workers
Mind
Mind is a mental health support charity and offers a way of finding out what’s available in your area, such as specific BAME groups.
Selfharm.co.uk
Selfharm.co.uk is a charity which supports young people aged 14-19 impacted by self-harm and provides information and a moderated discussion board where you can ask questions and get support
National Self Harm Network
National Self Harm Network is a national charity offering support, advice and advocacy services to people affected by self-harm directly or in a care role.
Harmless
Harmless is a sponsored organisation which provides a range of services about self-harm including support, information to people who self-harm, their friends and families.
Cirencester Eating Disorders Self-Help Group
Cirencester Eating Disorders Self-Help Group is part of a network of support groups all over the country coordinated by Beat Eating Disorders.
Stay Alive App
Stay Alive App is a free suicide prevention resource for the UK, from charity Grassroots Suicide Prevention.
Papyrus Prevention of Young Suicide
A national charity which provides confidential support and practical advice for any children and young people under the age of 35 who may be having suicidal thoughts.
Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHTT)
The teams offer advice and support when you feel you require an increased level of care, due to your mental health or due to emotional and psychological distress.
SupportLine
SupportLine is a charity which provides a confidential telephone helpline offering emotional support to any individual on any issue.
Samaritans
Samaritans is a charity providing non-judgemental listening support to anyone.
Childline
Childline is a national free, private and confidential service for children and young people under the age of 19 where you can talk about anything big or small with trained counsellors.
ChatHealth
ChatHealth offers support to young people aged between 11 – 19 with questions relating to a wide range of health and wellbeing issues
On Your Mind Glos (OMYG)
On Your Mind Glos is a website providing information about to bullying, eating disorders and anxiety and where you can go for more support.
Crisis
If you or someone you know over the age of 11 needs help in a mental health crisis, call our crisis team – available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Ask for help if you need it
It can be hard to know where to turn when we’re struggling with our mental health but support is available, from NHS and council-commissioned services to local and national charities. Many services are free, confidential, and you can access them yourself without a referral from a professional.
Support for carers
Find out what support is available to you.
Support for children, young people and families
There is a wide range of support for children, young people and families in the county.
Support for older age groups
More information about additional support that is available for older people locally and nationally.
Support for ethnic minorities
Find out more about some of the support that is available
Support for LGBTQ+ communities
Getting help with issues you're struggling to deal with on your own is one of the most important things you can do
Support for veterans
If you think you or your partner may be experiencing mental health difficulties, you can get expert help
Your health and wellbeing
The past year has been a particularly challenging time for everyone but whatever you’re worried about, please reach out for support – help is available
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