Mental health services

There are a lot of services available to support people with mental health issues. Contents

  1. Services for adults
  2. Services for children
  3. Feeling suicidal

All our doctors are trained to help people suffering from mental health problems. Making an appointment is a good place to start if you are looking for help.

There are also lots of other services locally that are there to support you, many of whom you can refer yourself to.

Services for adults

  • If you are aged 17 or older then a good place to start is the Mindwellwebsite. It is designed to help you understand the common problems that people face and the range of services here to help. It also offers help to those who are worried about others.
  • You might have heard your GP or friend talk about IAPT. This is a range of services that we commonly refer our patients to when they have problems with mental health. Here is a list of what IAPT offer, you can also refer yourself to this service from their website.

Services for children

If you are aged 16 or under, then a good place to start is the MindMatewebsite.

MindMate is specifically aimed at young people and can help you understand the way you are feeling and find the right advice and support. It also offers advice for parents.

Feeling suicidal

If we are open, then please call now to book an urgent same day appointment with one of our doctors.

If we are not open, or you would prefer to get help elsewhere, then please click one of the links below:

I am 17 and older and need help now

I am 16 or younger and need urgent help

Non-urgent advice: Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service

Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service delivers Omnitherapy online video courses, with sessions that deal with a wide range of feelings/symptoms.

When you’re experiencing mental health difficulties, you want to find help right away. We’re committed to delivering professional support promptly, when and where it’s needed. That’s why we’re helping to break down the barriers to accessing mental health support by exploring new technologies and new ways of delivering the help you need.

NEW online psycho-education classes now available 

A range of new online psycho-educational classes are now available: 

•Stress and Anxiety 

•Panic Attacks 

•Managing Stress in Parenthood 

•Depression 

•Understanding Self-Esteem 

•Bereavement 

•Mindfulness 

•Postnatal Depression 

https://leeds.omnitherapy.org

Patients can book on directly through the service website and access the courses immediately, without having to complete an assessment.