There are a wide range of services available to support mental health and it can feel a bit overwhelming.
There are some locally commissioned services to help you navigate this.
These can be accessed directly without the need for a GP referral.
Mental Health – Adults
- BANES talking therapies service (https://www.awp.nhs.uk/our-services/talking-therapies) – that can offer online resources, 1:1 or group counseling sessions and a range of courses for adults > 18 years.
- Bath MIND (https://www.bathmind.org.uk/our-services/) – who offer a wide range of services including 1:1 support, online and groups for all ages.
Mental Health – Youth
- Off the record (https://www.offtherecord-banes.co.uk/) – which offers a MH support service for children and young adults and their families.
- KOOTH – https://www.kooth.com/ an online information, support and online chat platform.
- A range of local services can also be accessed via https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/get-mental-health-and-wellbeing-support-children-and-young-people