Depression, Anxiety and Stress
The OLLIE Foundation
OLLIE is a charity dedicated to delivering suicide awareness, intervention and prevention training by empowering professionals and young adults in their own communities to lead suicide prevention activities. It is widely accepted in society that with appropriate support and education, suicide can be prevented.
Website: www.theolliefoundation.org
Rethink
Their Companions Carers support service provides support for mental health carers aged 18 and over in Hertfordshire.
Website: Rethink: Companion Carers
Young Minds
Young Minds are leading the fight for a future where all young minds are supported and empowered, whatever the challenges.
Parent Helpline: 0808 802 5544
Facebook: @youngmindsuk
Twitter: @YoungMindsUK
Website: www.youngminds.org.uk
Samaritans
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.
Telephone: 116 123
Website: www.samaritans.org
Email: jo@samaritans.org
Mind
Mind provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.
Telephone: 0300 123 3393
Website: www.hertsmindnetwork.org
Haven
The Haven is a monthly support group, providing a safe space for those young people (aged 12+) who are dealing with stress and anxiety. This group can help you to learn practical tools to help you manage and reduce your anxiety levels and connect with other people who understand what you are experiencing.
Website: www.the267project.com/about
Hertfordshire Directory
The Hertfordshire directory has a useful search engine which includes many organisations and support groups within Hertfordshire.
Website: directory.hertfordshire.gov.uk
Kooth
Free anonymous online chat for young people to discuss your mental health issues.
Website: kooth.com
Rethink
Rethink provide expert, accredited advice and information to everyone affected by mental health problems.
Telephone: 0300 5000 927
Website: www.rethink.org
Email: info@rethink.org
Mental Health Resource List
Some days, you probably feel fine. But each day is different, and there may be days you’re not ok – you may feel worried, anxious, overwhelmed, depressed or you just want someone who’ll listen.
You’re not alone.
Whether you are looking for self-help resources to boost your mental health, need a listening ear or emotional support, or you are in crisis and need urgent help, we’re here to assist you.
Email: PublicMentalHealth@hertfordshire.gov.uk
Website: www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/healthinherts
Poster: Mental Health Resources Poster