Resources

We all need help from time to time, and it is very important to do so if you feel you are in need. Please use the list on the right for urgent help.

  • www.samaritans.org

    Call 116 123 for support with any issues, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  The number is free from any phone.

  • Herts Domestic Violence helpline
    08 088 088 088 - Calls will not show up on your bill
    9am-9pm Monday to Friday and 9am-4pm weekends
    Confidential email Kim@mailpurple.org

  • www.giveusashout.org

    Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258 for confidential 24/7 text support for anyone who is struggling to cope. The helpline is free to use from most mobile networks.

  • Herts residents of all ages, including carers, GPs and other professionals can contact our 24/7 Single Point of Access (SPA) Mental Health Helpline team at any hour of the day or night, 365 days a year. The team can provide support for Herts residents who are experiencing a mental health crisis, need some mental health support or just want to talk on:

    • Freephone 0800 6444 101 or 

    • NHS 111 and select option 2 for mental health services

  • Provide a wide range of information on a wide range of emotional difficulties 
    https://www.mind.org.uk

  • Help and support for young people and those who live/work with them
    www.youngminds.org.uk

  • Help and information on anxiety from panic attacks to phobias.
    www.anxietyuk.org.uk

  • 28 Spencer Street, St Albans, Herts, AL3 5EG
    Telephone: 01727 868684
    A local agency providing qualified confidential counselling free for 14-25 year olds
    www.youthtalk.org.uk

  • Help and advice including pages and leaflets for with a wide range of relationship issues including managing relationship breakdown, parenting and step-family advice, and the impact of health upon relationships
    www.relate.org.uk

  • Telephone: 08704 435 160
    www.bacp.org.uk