Mental health

Men are notoriously bad at seeking help for their health concerns, but ignoring the signs can often lead to what would have been avoidable issues further on down the road.
This website provides helpful, no-nonsense advice and information about some of the main heath issues men face, and to help empower them to seek help when needed.

Website
www.patient.info/mens-health

Some men develop depression, loss of sex drive, erectile dysfunction, and other physical and emotional symptoms when they reach their late 40s to early 50s. These symptoms can interfere with everyday life and happiness, however there are things that can help resolve these issues.

Website
www.nhs.uk/conditions/male-menopause

ARC Information and Counselling Service is a free and confidential counselling service supporting children, young people and adults when they are struggling to cope with a life changing situation or emotional problem.
For an ARC-funded set of counselling sessions located at Brookside Group Practice.

Website
www.arcweb.org.uk

Email
office@arcweb.org

Time to Talk (West Berkshire) provides free confidential counselling services to young people in need aged 11 to 25.

Phone
01635 760331

Website
www.t2twb.org

Email
office@t2twb.org

Useful tips and advice for parents to help their teens overcome body image issues, academic anxiety, peer pressure and cyberbullying, including links to other important teen mental health resources – all of which can be helpful in these uncertain times.

Website
MyTutor: A guide for teen mental health

Please see the following organisations who provide mental health services to children and young people:

AnDY Clinic

Website
www.research.reading.ac.uk/andy

Time 2 Talk

Website
www.t2twb.org

No5
Website
www.no5.org.uk

Still the Hunger
Website
www.stillthehunger.co.uk

We’re leading the fight for a future where all young minds are supported and empowered, whatever the challenges. We’re here to make sure they get the best possible mental health support and have the resilience to overcome life’s difficulties.

Website
www.youngminds.org.uk

This service supports parents and those caring for children, young people or older people, who are worried about their mental health and wellbeing. It offers safe and reliable advice and offers hope to those who are affected by or living with those suffering with depression.

Website
www.mindedforfamilies.org.uk

The team will try to prevent you being admitted to a mental health ward by providing you with intensive support if you have a mental health crisis in your own home.

Website
Berkshire NHS: Crisis Service

We offer help and support to all former members of all ranks of the British Armed Forces who have received one day’s pay in one or more of the following:
Royal Navy, Royal Marines, Army and Royal Air Force
Volunteer Reserve Forces, including Royal Navy Reserves, Royal Marine Reserves, Army Reserves and Royal Air Force Reserves

Website
Berkshire NHS: Veterans Service

Offers specialist one to one counselling for people affected by rape, childhood sexual abuse and all forms of sexual violence.

Phone
0118 9584 033

Website
www.trusthouse.org.uk

Support for those coping with depression, stress, anxiety or phobias.
They are here to help adults aged 17+ living in Berkshire and we have a team of advisors and therapists who c an help you to overcome life’s difficulties and problems and manage them better.

Phone
0300 365 2000

Website
Gateway Mayden: Self Referral Form

This app is a suicide prevention resource for those that are at risk and for those worried about someone.

Website
Stay Alive App: Prevent Suicide

Learn cognitive behaviour therapy skills for preventing and coping with depression.

Website
www.moodgym.anu.edu.au

Stop It Now are an organisation helping prevent child sexual abuse. Are you worried about a child, concerned about the behaviour of another adult or your own thoughts and behaviours?

Website
www.stopitnow.org.uk

At Mind in Berkshire, we passionately believe that no one should have to face a mental health or wellbeing challenge on their own.
For more information about our free support

Leaflet
Wokingham Wellbeing Service (PDF)

Phone
01865 247788

Email
wokinghamwellbeing@oxfordshiremind.org.uk

Sport in Mind® is the independent Berkshire mental health sports charity formed in Reading in 2011 to use sport and physical activity to help aid the recovery of people experiencing mental health problems and encourage individuals to move their lives forward in a positive direction.

Phone or Text
07341 267740

Email
info@sportinmind.org

This charity which offers many services to women who have suffered from domestic abuse. If you are struggling and need to get in contact with someone they have a helpline and other services available.

Leaflet
BWA Service (PDF)

Phone
0118 950 4003

This service supports parents and those caring for children, young people or older people, who are worried about their mental health and wellbeing. It offers safe and reliable advice and offers hope to those who are affected by or living with those suffering with depression.

Website
www.mindedforfamilies.org.uk

Counselling offers an opportunity to explore and make sense of your thoughts and feelings in a space that is non threatening and non judgemental.

Website
www.loddoncounselling.co.uk

Free online courses covering low mood and stress and all of the common linked problems this causes. Work out why you feel as you do, how to tackle problems, build confidence, get going again, feel happier, stay calm, tackle upsetting thinking and more. Try one of the below sample sessions now.

Website
www.llttf.com/index

This service is for adults aged 18+ with the aim of providing community-based peer support groups to those who may have found it difficult to engage with other services. The aim of these groups is to help people better cope with personality disorder, interpersonal relationships and emotional regulation issues.

Phone
0300 365 8000 (9am to 5pm, Mon-Fri excl. bank holidays)

Email
SUNTeam@berkshire.nhs.uk

The Berkshire West Breathing Space service is a safe, welcoming and supportive space for anybody aged over 18 experiencing emotional distress and struggling to cope. Whatever the reason for you feeling distressed or in crisis – they’re there to help you.

Freephone
0800 002 9091

Email
breathing-space@together-uk.org

Self-referral Form
www.together-uk.org/berkshire-west-breathing-space-referral

If you are signposting somebody to the service, please ensure you tell them the times of operation (5pm-11pm, Friday to Monday).

Recovery in Mind is on a mission to improve the lives of adults living in West Berkshire with mental health challenges by delivering free of charge, inspiring and empowering courses. They help people take back control of their lives, find hope and ways to make the most of life’s opportunities. Their approach of mental health professionals and peer support combined is proving to help many people on their road to recovery in the area.

Website
www.recoveryinmind.org

Heads Together is a mental health initiative spearheaded by The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, which combines a campaign to tackle stigma and change the conversation on mental health with fundraising for a series of innovative new mental health services.

Website
www.headstogether.org.uk

Problems such as anxiety, depression, stress and phobias are very common. Talking Therapies is a friendly and approachable service which helps people with these problems.

Phone
0300 365 2000

Email
talkingtherapies@berkshire.nhs.uk

If you discover that you have a pregnancy that you feel you are unable to continue with, BPAS will be here to support you to make a decision that is right for you.

Phone
03457 30 40 30

Website
www.bpas.org

Discuss your mental health issues with someone locally.

Phone
01344 823333

Many of our patients find when their health is suffering that there are other influences that are preventing them from getting better. We often find that people want to live a healthier and happier life, but just don’t know how and need some support. Our advisors are here to help. They are experts in helping people identify what it is that they would like to change and how to do it – they will listen, coach and encourage our patients as they begin the journey of getting back on track.

Video
Health and Wellbeing Coaching Service Video 

Tellmi is a safe, anonymous app where you can talk about absolutely anything. From anxiety to autism, dating to depression, or self-harm to self-esteem, sharing your experiences with our awesome community helps you to feel better.
Our moderators check everything to keep you safe and our in-house counsellors are always on hand if you need extra support.

Website
www.tellmi.help

Find information and support for your mental health.

Website
NHS: Mental health

Free anonymous online chat for young people to discuss their mental health issues.

Website
Kooth

Samaritans offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you. You don’t have to be suicidal. Call Samaritans free, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Phone
116 123

Website
Samaritans

Email
jo@samaritans.org

Rethink Mental Illness provide expert, accredited advice and information to everyone affected by mental health problems.

Phone
0121 522 7007

Website
Rethink Mental Illness

Email
info@rethink.org

Mind provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.

Phone
0300 123 3393

Website
Mind