JIGSAW Thornbury is a charity that works with children and young people aged 0-25 with additional needs or disabilities, and their families in Gloucestershire and BANES by running support groups, events, activities and youth groups. Find out more:...
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universitycompare.com
Universitycompare.com has developed a guide for students managing anxiety when in university halls of residence. They cover important topics, such as: • Understanding and embracing anxiety triggers • Coping techniques and preparing for life in halls • How to deal with...
Beezee Maximus
BZ Bodies is commissioned by Gloucestershire County Council to provide free support for Gloucestershire families to make healthy changes to their lifestyle. They provide support for children and young people aged 5-17 years old and their families living in...
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Every Mind Matters
Simple and practical advice to get a healthier mind and get more out of life – from how to deal with stress and anxiety, to boosting your mood or sleeping better.
Kidscape
Kidscape is a national charity which provides children, families, carers and professionals with advice, training and practical tools to prevent bullying and protect young lives.
Stonewall
Stonewall provides information and support for LGBT communities and their allies.
Pink Therapy
Pink Therapy has an online directory of therapists who work with people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer or questioning (LGBTIQ), and people who are gender- and sexual-diverse (GSD).
LGBT Foundation
The LGBT Foundation is a national charity offering information, advice, and support services, including a Talking Therapies Programme.
Independence Trust
Independence Trust provides a range of services aimed at supporting you in strengthening your emotional and physical wellbeing and promoting better attitudes to mental and physical health
ChatHealth
ChatHealth offers support to young people aged between 11 – 19 with questions relating to a wide range of health and wellbeing issues
National Listings
JIGSAW Thornbury
JIGSAW Thornbury is a charity that works with children and young people aged 0-25 with additional needs or disabilities, and their families in Gloucestershire and BANES by running support groups, events, activities and youth groups. Find out more:...
universitycompare.com
Universitycompare.com has developed a guide for students managing anxiety when in university halls of residence. They cover important topics, such as: • Understanding and embracing anxiety triggers • Coping techniques and preparing for life in halls • How to deal with...
Beezee Maximus
BZ Bodies is commissioned by Gloucestershire County Council to provide free support for Gloucestershire families to make healthy changes to their lifestyle. They provide support for children and young people aged 5-17 years old and their families living in...
www.nhs.uk/live-well
Advice, tips and tools to make the best choices about your health and wellbeing to help you feel mentally and emotionally better.
Every Mind Matters
Simple and practical advice to get a healthier mind and get more out of life – from how to deal with stress and anxiety, to boosting your mood or sleeping better.
Kidscape
Kidscape is a national charity which provides children, families, carers and professionals with advice, training and practical tools to prevent bullying and protect young lives.
Stonewall
Stonewall provides information and support for LGBT communities and their allies.
Pink Therapy
Pink Therapy has an online directory of therapists who work with people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer or questioning (LGBTIQ), and people who are gender- and sexual-diverse (GSD).
LGBT Foundation
The LGBT Foundation is a national charity offering information, advice, and support services, including a Talking Therapies Programme.
Independence Trust
Independence Trust provides a range of services aimed at supporting you in strengthening your emotional and physical wellbeing and promoting better attitudes to mental and physical health
ChatHealth
ChatHealth offers support to young people aged between 11 – 19 with questions relating to a wide range of health and wellbeing issues
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Support for carers
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Support for children, young people and families
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Support for older age groups
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Support for ethnic minorities
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
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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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