Counselling

Riverside Health Centre - Retford Surgery
Riverside Walk Retford Nottinghamshire
Your local GP practice covering Retford Ring our main telephone line on 01777 713330 to book an appointment
Contact Riverside Walk Retford Nottinghamshire
Email: retford@riversidehealth.co.uk
Phone: 01777 713330 / Fax - 01777 711 966
Website: http://riversidehealth.co.uk/
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The NHS and Public Health England (PHE) are extremely well prepared for outbreaks of new infectious diseases. The NHS has put in place measures to ensure the safety of all patients and NHS staff while also ensuring services are available to the public as normal.
Stay at home if you have either:
- a high temperature - you feel hot to touch on your chest or back (you do not need to measure your temperature)
- a new, continuous cough. This means coughing a lot for more than an hour, or 3 or more coughing episodes in 24 hours (if you usually have a cough, it may be worse than usual)
- loss or change to your sense of smell or taste. This means you've noticed you cannot smell or taste anything, or things smell or taste different to normal.
Do not go to a GP surgery, pharmacy or hospital
Use the 111 online coronavirus service to find out what to do
Read the NHS advice about staying home including how long to isolate for.
Use the NHS 111 online coronavirus service if:
- You feel you cannot cope with your symptoms at home
- Your condition gets worse
- Your symptoms do not get better after 7 days
Only call 111 if you cannot get help online.
For further information on: High risk groups, How to avoid catching and spreading coronavirus and Pregnancy advice. Go to: nhs.uk/coronavirus.
For information on social distancing, go to: gov.uk/guidance-on-social-distancing
Ring our main telephone line on 01777 713330 to book an appointment. Say immediately if your call is an emergency.Your condition may be assessed by a triage Doctor, who will then either provide you with advice or give you an appointment to see a doctor, nurse or other health professional.
If your condition is non urgent, you can expect to see a GP within two to seven working days, though you may have to wait longer if you want to see a particular G.P.
The nurses based in our practice treat patients for a wide range of common conditions.
Telephone Consultations
We can also provide you with a telephone consultation, if this is more appropriate, e.g. for advice, test results or other query. Please request a telephone appointment when speaking to the receptionist.
If you need to speak to a doctor urgently, we will either put you through as soon as we can or take your telephone number and the doctor will ring you back when possible.
Chaperone
If the doctor or nurse considers it appropriate, you will be offered the presence of a chaperone during your consultation, or you may request one.
Alternatively, you may prefer to bring a friend or relative with you to your appointment.
OUT OF HOURS
If you or your family need urgent medical care when the surgery is closed, please phone the usual daytime surgery number (01777 713330) and your call will be re-directed to the out-of hours service. Alternatively call the Out of Hours Service on 111. Your needs will be assessed and you will either be given advice or arrangements will be made for you to be seen by a healthcare professional.
This service provides Emergency Cover Only and is for urgent problems that cannot wait till the following morning when normal surgery resumes.
CANCELLATIONS
Please inform us as soon as possible if you are unable to attend for your appointment so that we can allocate your appointment to another patient.
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NHS Walk-in Centre
Situated in Worksop. This is a led drop-in service offering health advice, information and treatment of minor ailments by experienced NHS nurses and health information advisors. It is open 365 days a year from 8am-8pm.

Survivors Helping Each other (SHE)
1 Byron Street Mansfield Nottinghamshire
To provide a variety of self help based support for young people & women over the age of 16 years who are survivors of sexual abuse. To promote public education and awareness of long term effects of sexual abuse.
Contact 1 Byron Street Mansfield Nottinghamshire
Email: info@she-uk.org.uk
Phone: 01623 622 916
Website: http://she-uk.org.uk
COVID-19 Virus Charity Update
We are closing the Lounges and all face-to face therapy in line with the government’s advice on social distancing, but we are committed to maintaining counselling and support through digital contact or by phone where possible. The position of the government and the measures in place are changing daily so we will stay in touch and be clear about what it means for our charity and for you, our service users.
Please keep in regular contact with your key worker/ therapist via Skype or by telephone during this time. Rachael will be in touch with everyone who attends the Lounge to discuss further measures, including group support. Your therapist will be in touch to organise continued therapy in whatever method suits you best.
Stay safe, everyone, and bear with us as we try to maintain your support in this difficult time.
Survivors Helping Each other (SHE) provides the following support services:
- Provides services for females only
- Information service
- Support service
Survivors Helping Each other (SHE) provides the above services to women who suffered any of the following types of abuse in childhood:
- Emotional abuse
- Physical abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Rape
To provide a variety of self help based support for young people & women over the age of 16yrs who are survivors of sexual abuse. To promote public education and awareness of long term effects of sexual abuse. We offer mutual support, drop in and crisis support, befriending, mentoring, creative therapy, personal development skills, volunteering, skills and literacy.
Weekly drop in and crisis support - first call for details in your area.

Self Harm & Suicide Support (Harmless)
1 Beech Avenue Nottingham
Harmless is a user led organisation that provides a range of services about self harm including support, information, training and consultancy to people who self harm, their friends and families and professionals.
Contact 1 Beech Avenue Nottingham
Email: info@harmless.co.uk
Phone:
Website: http://www.harmless.org.uk/
Contact form is currently unavailable. Please email.
Harmless was established at the beginning of October 2007 to respond to the needs of people who do or are at risk of self-harm and suicide. It is a national voluntary organisation for people who self harm, their friends, families and professionals. Harmless has 3 Directors and a broad range of staff.
People Who Self Harm
Self harm is the term used to describe when someone deliberately hurts themselves as a way of dealing with their emotions. They may do this in a number of ways, including:
- cutting or scratching themselves
- burning themselves with a flame or something hot
- causing bruising to the body by hitting themselves
- throwing their body against something that will hurt
- taking overdoses of tablets or medication
- inserting objects into the body
- hair pulling (also known as trichotilliomania)
This is by no means an exhaustive list.
Parent Zones Sure Start & Children's Centres
Unfortunately, due to the Covid-19 lockdown all groups at the Children’s Centres are currently suspended

CASY - Your Space (Counselling and Support Young People)
23 Millgate Newark Notts
CASY provides a confidential counselling service to young people aged from 6 to 25 within Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire.
Contact 23 Millgate Newark Notts
Email: office@casy.org.uk
Phone: 01636 704 620
Website: http://www.casy.org.uk
COVID19 update, 17th August 2020 - CASY reopened their face to face counselling services on the 29th June 2020.
Please be aware we will have social distancing procedures in place to make the session safe for both the clients and counsellors.
Our Mission: is to reduce and relieve the suffering and distress, and to improve the emotional wellbeing, of young people and their families throughout the East Midlands.
Our Vision: is that all children and young people in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire have the best possible chance of a mentally and emotionally healthy future.
Our Aims: are to deliver emotional and mental health services and support to children & young people and to all who support and care for them.
Our Values
- Respect and integrity in all we do
- Alleviating personal distress
- Promote a meaningful sense of self
- Appreciate the variety of human experience
- Treat all people fairly
- Honesty
In all that we do, we strive to be:
- Empathic
- Caring
- Professional

Oakleaf Surgery - Harworth (branch surgery of Larwood Health Partnership)
Oakleaf Surgery, Harworth Primary Care Centre, Scrooby Road, Harworth, Doncaster
GP/Medical Practice
Oakleaf Surgery - Harworth (branch surgery of Larwood Health Partnership)
Oakleaf Surgery, Harworth Primary Care Centre, Scrooby Road, Harworth, Doncaster

Contact Oakleaf Surgery, Harworth Primary Care Centre, Scrooby Road, Harworth, Doncaster
Phone: 01302 243230/ Fax: 01302 751998
Website: https://www.nhs.uk/Services/gp/Overview/DefaultView.aspx?id=40788
Catchment Area
Worksop, Carlton, Langold, Firbeck, Stone woodsetts, Gildingwell, Oldcoates, Blyth, Styrrup, Tickhill, Harworth, Bawtry, Scrooby, Ranskill, Ranby, Hardwick, Carburton, Cuckney, Osburton, Shireoaks, Rhodesia & Thorpe Salvin.
- Dr Charlotte Slater
- Dr Cheuk Lai Tang
Ring 01302 741820 to make an appointment
Out of hours ring 111
Other branches
This practice is part of a practice group.
We would like to welcome you to our practice, which aims to give a high quality service that is sensitive to your needs.
Larwood Health Partnership consists of five surgeries:
Larwood Surgery in Worksop,
Carlton Village Surgery in Carlton-in-Lindrick,
Lakeside Surgery in Langold and
Oakleaf Surgery in Harworth
Westwood Surgery in Worksop
You can be seen at any of our sites. All premises have easy access available for wheelchairs and disabled toilet facilities.
If you are interested in registering with one of our other branches please find their contact information here.
Asthma Clinic - Asthma Clinic
You can attend this service without a referral
Child health and development - Child Health Service
Comprehensive child health services are provided by the practice. This includes: a child immunisation clinic; a child health surveillance clinic for routine assessment by the doctor.
Other assessments, including hearing tests are performed by health visitors.
You can attend this service without a referral
Learning disability health check
You can attend this service without a referral
Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC - eg IUD or implant) - Family Planning
Family planning advice and contraceptive care is provided by all the doctors and practice nurses during surgery hours. For IUD and Implants these must be discussed with a GP or family planning nurse before booking in.
You can attend this service without a referral
Minor surgery (e.g. removal of moles and skin lesions) - provided in-house - Minor Surgery
Doctors carry out minor surgery procedures by appointment.
You can attend this service without a referral
Travel health with yellow fever
The practice is a designated Yellow Fever Centre.
Please fill out a travel vaccination form and hand it in to reception - once the nurse has viewed your form you will then receive a telephone call to make an appointment
You can attend this service without a referral
Electronic Prescription Service
This GP offers the Electronic Prescription Service, which allows you to choose or "nominate" a pharmacy to get your medicines or appliances from. Your GP then sends your prescription electronically to the place you nominated. this means:
- If you collect your repeat prescriptions from your GP you will not have to visit your GP practice to pick up your paper prescription, saving time.
- You will have more choice about where to get your medicines from because they can be collected from a pharmacy near to where you live, work or shop.
- You may not have to wait as long as your repeat prescriptions could be prepared before you arrive.

Doncaster Rape & Sexual Abuse Counselling Service
DRASACS 25 Thorne Road Doncaster
Doncaster Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Service (DRASACS) is an independent charity that has been helping victims of sexual violence since 1987. We are not part of the Police, NHS or any other public service.
Contact DRASACS 25 Thorne Road Doncaster
Email: admin@drasacs.org.uk
Phone: 01302 360421
Website: http://www.drasacs.org.uk/
DRASACS COVID-19 Response
DRASACS premises are closed to clients during this phase of the governments response to Covid-19. We will offer support to clients by telephone/webcam if is safe to do so.
We are still accepting new referrals, the premises are closed to clients, DRASACS is still operating using telephone/webcam for both ISVA and Therapy.
If you are experiencing additional challenges, The Survivors Trust and Rape Crisis have resources that can be utlisied in addition to DRASACS support.
We advise all clients to read the advice from the NHS regarding Covid-19 and steps to take to protect yourself and others. For further information please visit http://www.drasacs.org.uk/
Our confidential services are available for:
- Children and young people aged 18 or under, who have been raped or sexually abused
- Adults who have experienced rape or sexual abuse, either recently or in their past
- Family members who have been affected by the issue
If you want to talk to someone about your experience, please get in touch. We provide a number of free services including:
- Counselling
- Independent Sexual Violence Advocacy (ISVA)
- Helpline
Private Counselling & Supervisor Service
A private practitioner offering a professional confidential therapy service in Worksop, Mansfield and in the surrounding areas.
Contact
Email: mandye_edwards@hotmail.co.uk
Phone: 07757 252405
Website: https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/counsellors/mandy-edwards
Mandy Edwards is a qualified Psychodynamic and CBT counsellor, alongside being a BACP registered member. Covers Worksop S80 and Mansfield NG19.
Specialises in:
- Approaches to Incest and Sexual Abuse
- Working with staff and students in higher education
- Couple and family counselling
- Supervision
- Staff counselling
- Attachment issues
- Relationship issues
- Psychodynamic therapy
- CBT
Further information on services offered on Counselling Directory and Future Minds
Health for Teens - Text your School Nurse
Text your school Nurse for confidential Health Advice And Support 07507 329 952 Healthforteens.co.uk
https://www.healthforteens.co.uk/
Get help with all kinds of things like: Healthy eating, Sex, emotional Health, bullying, smoking, alcohol Drugs, self-harm, Contraception , relationships
Zero tolerence to bullying
On Twitter @healthforteens

Place2Be
Place2Be 13 / 14 Angel Gate 326 City Road London
Our mission is to enhance the wellbeing and prospects of children and their families by providing access to therapeutic and emotional support in schools, using a proven model backed up by research and training.
Contact Place2Be 13 / 14 Angel Gate 326 City Road London
Email: enquiries@place2be.org.uk
Phone: 0207 923 5500
Website: https://www.place2be.org.uk
Like the rest of the world, Place2Be is adapting as coronavirus (COVID-19) impacts society and everyday lives.
With school closures and lots of uncertainty, we’re working hard to ensure we can support as many children, young people and families as possible during this unsettling time. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing tips, advice, and updates on how to access our services.
With so much uncertainty in the world, children and young people need our emotional support now more than ever. Please donate today to help us to support the mental health of children and families across the UK.
Children are less likely to suffer from serious mental health difficulties in later life if they receive support at an early age, providing a cost saving to adult mental health services.
Growing evidence indicates that promoting positive mental health also improves a range of positive school outcomes, including attitudes to learning, better attendance and lower exclusion rates.

YOUNG MINDS
Suite 11, Baden Place, Crosby Row, London
The voice for young people's mental health and wellbeing. Parents helpline and young person's crisis messenger.
Contact Suite 11, Baden Place, Crosby Row, London
Email: ymenquiries@youngminds.org.uk
Phone: 020 7089 5050
Website: http://www.youngminds.org.uk/
YoungMinds is the UK’s leading charity committed to improving the emotional wellbeing and mental health of children and young people. Driven by their experiences we campaign, research and influence policy and practice. We also provide expert knowledge to professionals, parents and young people through our Parents' Helpline, online resources, training and development, outreach work and publications.
YoungMinds does not offer advice to young people – our helpline service is for parents or carers worried about a child or young person.
Free Parents' Helpline: 0808 802 5544 9.30-4pm
Parents' Online contact form: https://youngminds.org.uk/contact-us/parents-helpline-enquiries/
Online Resources for Young People: http://www.youngminds.org.uk/for_children_young_people
Young person's crisis messenger: Text YM85258 if you are experiencing a mental health crisis. 24/7 response

SANE
SANE is a leading UK mental health charity. We work to improve quality of life for anyone affected by mental illness.
Contact
Email: info@sane.org.uk
Phone: 0845 767 8000 (6pm-11pm every day - local rate on BT landlines)
Website: http://www.sane.org.uk
Covid-19 Update
In these difficult times SANE is continuing to offer help through our team of professionals and trained volunteers.
Although our previous SANEline number cannot operate at the moment, you can leave a message on 07984 967 708 giving your first name and a contact number, and one of our professionals or senior volunteers will call you back as soon as practicable. You can also contact us, as before, through our Support Forum, Textcare and other services.
See here for more information.
"Mental health is as important as physical health in these worrying and stressful days when there is so much uncertainty.
"For those who are already vulnerable through depression, anxiety and other conditions, the prospect of isolation may be hard to face. By keeping our lines open, we are striving to continue to offer some reassurance, inner strength and hope."
SANE services provide practical help, emotional support and specialist information to individuals affected by mental health problems, their family, friends and carers.
SANEline (helpline): 0300 304 7000 (4.30 pm - 10.30 pm daily) NOT OPERATING AT THE MOMENT DUE TO COVID
Website: http://www.sane.org.uk

Turn2me
Turn2Me, 1st Floor, South William Street, Dublin 2
Let's Get Talking Feeling anxious, sad or lonely? Going through a tough time? We are here to help, you are not alone. Create your account and let's get talking.
Online support & counselling.
Turn2me provides a 3 tiered approach to supporting mental wellbeing- self help, peer support and proffesional support.
Remain anonymous, express yourself and share your experiences without fear of recognition or judgement.
We can support you through peer support, support groups, counselling and psychotherapy.
Visit our website for contact details.

No Panic
Jubilee House, 74 High Street Madeley Telford, Shropshire
Helping you break the chains of anxiety disorders http://www.nopanic.org.uk
Contact Jubilee House, 74 High Street Madeley Telford, Shropshire
Email: admin@nopanic.org.uk
Phone: 01952 680 460
Website: https://nopanic.org.uk
COVID19 SUPPORT AVAILABLE FOR THOSE STRUGGLING TO INTEGRATE BACK INTO SOCIETY AND ANXIOUS.
We provide information and advice for the carers of and people with Panic, Anxiety, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders and the effects of Tranquiliser withdrawal. We can provide treatment and support over the telephone so that all sufferers can be helped. We also have expanding internet services please try them out. Please take all information and advice in tandem with the support from your local GP.
Mentor Service - (one to one) with a trained mentor who helps people with their anxiety problems, teaches Anxiety Management and Cognitive Behavoiur Therapy
Recovery Groups - for members with a trained group leaders who teaches Anxiety Management and Cognitive behaviour Therapy
help Line- is answered by trained volunteers to give out information, show empathy and support for all anxiety sufferers.

New Roots Housing Project
2 Overend Road Worksop Nottinghamshire
New Roots is a housing project which offers a high standard of accommodation with support to homeless or vulnerably housed young people in Bassetlaw.
Contact 2 Overend Road Worksop Nottinghamshire
Email: info@newrootshousing.org.uk
Phone: 01909 501732
Website: http://www.newrootshousing.org.uk
STILL OFFERING SUPPORT THROUGH THE COVID PANDEMIC
Our office is open from Monday to Friday, 9.00am until 5.00pm
We offer support to both single young people aged 16-21, (up to 25 in exceptional circumstances) and also to young parents aged 16-19. Priority will always be given to those aged between 16 and 17.
We offer a package of good quality accommodation partnered with individually-tailored support plans. These are reviewed regularly to ensure your plan is working for you and can be reviewed any time at your request.
We also offer a regular programme of activities to encourage our young people to build confidence, learn new skills, and get involved in the community.
Ultimately, it is the aim of New Roots to support all service users to develop independent living skills and make the transition to suitable and permanent accommodation. The length of stay depends upon individual need, but can be anything between 6 months and 2 years.
Referrals are made by Notts County Council Family Services.

Childline
24 hour confidential telephone helpline for anyone under 19 in the UK for any issue you are going through. Online support and advice also available.
COVID19 update, 20th August 2020 - Update from Childline
Because of the coronavirus, we've had to make some changes to how Childline works. For now, you can only speak to a Childline counsellor online or on the phone from 9am – midnight.
Available 24 hours a day, a confidential telephone helpline for those under 19 years old offering support and advice on any issue you are going through.
Telephone: 0800 1111
Chat with a counsellor online or post on the message boards: https://childline.org.uk/
Information for adults concerned about a child also available online.

CISFA UK Chronic Illness Support for all
Know anyone with a chronic illness? We are here to support them. We run online support groups , support groups in the community, a carepack scheme , buddy schemes for hospital visits and appointments and empowerment days
COVID19 update 20th August 2020 - Unfortunately due to COVID19 all our community groups are now currently on hold until further notice. Many apologies we do understand this can be a very isolating time. Please contact us if you have any questions or need support. Visit https://www.cisfauk.com/ for full information.
https://m.facebook.com/cisfauk1/
To ensure all adults and teens with chronic illness have a safe environment to express how they feel and are made to feel supported and understood. To provide ongoing support both online and in the community without prejudice. To be exactly what it says in our title
Are you in the Nottinghamshire, Cheshire or Manchester area?
Could you volunteer a spare afternoon or evening or anytime at all?
CISFA is desperately looking for volunteers to help with carboot sales, craft fairs and support groups. Have a laugh whilst meeting new people.
Are you a crafter or have a talent ? We are also looking for donations for craft stalls and care packs. If you can help, phone or email at cisfauk@gmail.com

The Mix
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Free confidential support for young people under 25 via online, social media and mobile
What does post-lockdown mean?
The government has officially eased lockdown rules, meaning as things stand right now, you’re allowed to meet up with more friends and family from different households, visit pubs and restaurants and even have your hair cut!
You still have to follow some social distancing restrictions and rules are slightly different depending on where in the UK you live.
For a full summary, see this BBC article.
Is the easing of lockdown a good thing?
For some people, the end of lockdown might feel like a huge relief. You can go out again! You can see your mates and you can do all the things you’ve been missing so much over the past few months.
But this isn’t the way everyone feels, and many of us might not feel at all ready to go back to “normality.”
- Though you may want to see your friends, the thought of putting yourself or others at risk of getting ill can be scary.
- You might be dealing with loss.
- You might be struggling with your mental or physical health.
- You might not want things to change.
How do I cope with all this change and uncertainty?
Uncertainty can be uncomfortable. When the future is hard to predict it can make you feel like things are out of your control, which can be scary.
Anxiety and fear are reasonable and natural responses to big changes.
If you feel this way there’s nothing wrong with you and there’s no need to feel embarrassed.
- Try talking to someone you trust about the way you’re feeling.
- Sticking to a routine can help to give you a sense of control, even if it’s something small like reading before bed or going for a walk at the same time every day.
- Try writing a list of all the things you can control.
- Get creative! Try singing, dancing, playing music or painting to express how you’re feeling.
What if I don’t feel comfortable going out yet?
Know that you don’t need to do anything you’re not comfortable with.
- Take things at your own pace.
- Communicate with your friends and family about how the changes are making you feel.
- If it makes you feel safer, stick to meeting people in the park in smaller groups.
- If you want to wear a mask when you see people then that’s fine too.
What if I’m shielding?
For those who are shielding (often people with long-term health conditions), the easing of restrictions won’t apply in the same way.
If you or someone in your family is shielding then it can be really stressful to see life returning to normal. It can also give you massive FOMO!
If you’re shielding or you’re worried about someone who is, know that you’re not alone.
Make sure you’re chatting to friends and family as much as you can. You can also chat things through with one of our team.
It might help to switch off from social media sometimes to avoid drawing comparisons.
Things are going back to normal, but I’m dealing with loss
Some people will have lost loved ones during the pandemic. It can be difficult to see normality returning when you’re dealing with grief and loss.
You may not have been able to see a loved one before they passed away. Restrictions may have meant that you couldn’t go to their funeral. This can make things feel twice as hard.
Grieving is one of the hardest things we go through, and everyone reacts differently. It’s ok if you’re struggling and it’s nothing to feel guilty about. But the fact that restrictions are easing also means that you can now see the people in your life that can support you through this time. Staying in touch with your friends and family can make a huge difference.
You might find our article on coping with grief helpful. Take a look at Barnardo’s article on coping with loss.
You could also sign up for bereavement counselling. You can get free counselling with The Mix here.
But, I liked some bits of lockdown!
Did you actually find lockdown nice and peaceful? Some people enjoyed the chance to slow things down and reconnect with the things they love doing.
You might also feel anxious about returning to school, university or to normal working life. But you’re not the only person who’ll be feeling this way.
- Make a list of all the things you enjoyed about lockdown, so you know which habits you want to keep.
- Talk to your employer or your teachers about what you need to feel comfortable going back to a more normal routine.
- Take things slowly; no one is forcing you to rush back to a faster pace of life.
Stay connected
No matter how you’re feeling about a post-lockdown world, it’s important to remember that we’re all going through this together, and there’s no perfect way of coping.
The key thing is to stay connected to those around you and make sure you feel supported and heard.
You might find these articles by Mind and the Mental Health Foundation helpful.
Speak to our team for free and confidential support on anything and everything that’s on your mind.
Next Steps
- If you're under 25 and would like free confidential telephone counselling from The Mix to help you figure things out complete this form and we'll call you to arrange your first session.
- Mind offers advice and support to people with mental health problems. Their helpline runs nine to six from Monday to Friday. 0300 123 3393
- Anyone can contact the Samaritans on their 24-hour helpline to talk things through. 116 123
- Our Crisis Messenger provides free, 24/7 crisis support across the UK. If you’re aged 25 or under, you can text THEMIX to 85258
- AnxietyUK run helplines, email support, live chats and therapy services for people with anxiety disorders. 08444 775 774
- Chat about this subject on our Discussion Boards.
- Need help but confused where to go locally? Download our StepFinder iPhone app to find local support services quickly.
The Mix is the UK’s leading support service for young people. We are here to help you take on any challenge you’re facing - from mental health to money, from homelessness to finding a job, from break-ups to drugs. Talk to us via online, social or our free
If you’re under 25 and need help but don’t know where to turn call us for FREE on 0808 808 4994. We’ll explore your situation with you and find organisations that may be able to help you further. We’re open from 11am to 11pm every day.
One to one chat allows you to live message our trained helpline supporters about any issue that is troubling you. Our team is trained to help you explore your situation and find organisations which might be able to help you further. We offer a non-judgemental service so you can speak to us about any issue. We’re open from 11am to 11pm every day.
We want to help you find the information you need. The more you are able to tell us about your current situation, the more we will be able to help. You can email the helpline at any time and we aim to respond within 24 hours.
Visit our website: http://www.themix.org.uk/

LGBT+ Service Nottinghamshire
Centre Place Abbey Street Community Centre Abbey Street Worksop Nottinghamshire
Providing specialist one to one support and counselling for young people aged 11-25 and their families across Nottinghamshire at Centre Place
LGBT+ Service Nottinghamshire
Centre Place Abbey Street Community Centre Abbey Street Worksop Nottinghamshire

Contact Centre Place Abbey Street Community Centre Abbey Street Worksop Nottinghamshire
Email: info@lgbtplusnotts.org.uk
Phone: 01909 479191
Website: http://www.lgbtplusnotts.org.uk/
LGBT+ Service offers a range of confidential one-to-one appointment based and group specialist support to young people identifying as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and any other identities, or those questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation. Parents and carers support is also available.
LGBT+ Service provides a safe and non-judgmental place where young LGBT+ people can be themselves, meet new friends, take part in activities and access specialist support from trained and professionally qualified staff, on a range of issues including:
- Emotional and social support
•Coming out
•Sexual health advice
•Tackling discrimination and hate crime reporting
•Information on LGBT rights and legislation
•Accessing LGBT+ health services
•Support with issues in school and college
•One-to-one counselling or family mediation.
Weekly group sessions are:
11-16 LGBT+ Group – Thursdays 3-6pm
16-25 LGBT+ Group – Wednesdays 5-8pm
Monthly group sessions are:
Trans and Gender Diverse Group - First Thursday of every month 6:30-8:30pm
Parents and Carers Group – Third Wednesday of every month 6-7:30pm
Referrals to all services can be made by professionals working with young people or families of young people. Self-referrals can be made by young people aged over 13. All referral forms can be found on the website https://www.lgbtplusnotts.org.uk/

Talkzone Counselling Services
Abbey Street Community Centre Abbey Street Worksop
Talkzone is a free counselling service for young people aged 11-25 living within Bassetlaw. We also offer LGBT+ specific counselling along side our general counselling service
Contact Abbey Street Community Centre Abbey Street Worksop
Email: info@centreplace.org.uk
Phone: 01909 479191/07530 252177
Talkzone can offer counselling sessions at different places within the Bassetlaw area, however we do not offer counselling sessions at home. Appointments can be offered at different times and days during the week, including some limited Saturdays.
You can be referred to Talkzone by your Doctor, Support Worker, Social Worker or any agency or person who is offering you support or you can refer yourself. All referrals are treated in the strictest confidence. To make a referral, please call Talkzone or The Centre Place on 01909 479191. You can also text your details to 07538318462 or email at info@centreplace.org.uk & we will get back to you as soon as we can.
Once a referral has been made to Talkzone, the young person will be offered an initial assessment appointment within approx 6 weeks, depending on availability. The young person may have to wait to start counselling depending on the waiting list. Full details of the waiting times will be given at the assessment appointment. Counselling sessions will be on a one to one basis, and will take place once a week & last for approximately 50 mins each time. Young person will be offered sessions for 6-12 weeks to start with, this will then be reviewed, and additional sessions can be offered if needed.

Survivors UK
11 Sovereign Court The Highway LONDON E1W 3HH
For victims of male rape and sexual abuse
Contact 11 Sovereign Court The Highway LONDON E1W 3HH
Email: info@survivorsuk.org
Phone: 02035 983898
Website: https://www.survivorsuk.org/
SurvivorsUK can offer a range of support services including counselling and therapy appointments as well as online chat. All services are provided by trained professionals who as specialists in the field of male sexual violence have helped many men to work through their experiences.
SurvivorsUK was established as a service for male survivors, however we are an inclusive service and welcome anyone who identifies as male, trans, non-binary, has identified as male in the past, or anyone who feels that we are the right fit for them.
Support Services close to you:
SRASAC (Sheffield) offers Helpline and Counselling to men and boys aged 13 years and above, and Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) support to men aged 18 years and above.
- Phone: 0114 2412766
- Email: info@sheffieldrapecrisis.org.uk
- Website: www.sheffieldrapecrisis.org.uk
Over 20 years experience. Long term experience in working with child and adult survivors, psychosexual issues, couples work, addictive and compulsive behaviours.
Contact Information
- Phone: 0115 9622252
- Email: Rob.sharp.11@btinternet.com
Rotherham Abuse Counselling Service
The Pit Stop counselling service for men initially provides up to 20 one-to-one counselling sessions (may be extended) within Rotherham Abuse Counselling Service. Any adult male in South Yorkshire can access the service if they wish to resolve issues arising from abuse at any time in their life. (rape, sexual or domestic abuse) . Our specialist counsellors all conform to the ethical standards of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. We do not counsel perpetrators of abuse. Appointments offered weekdays 9-4pm but may be extended later in evening, and Saturdays in future.
Contact Information
- Phone: 01709835482
- Email: info@rothacs.org.uk
- Website: www.rothacs.org.uk/sample-post/
Doncaster Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Service
Counselling, Independent Sexual Violence Advocacy (ISVA), group work and information.
- Phone: 01302 360421
- Email: admin@drasacs.org.uk
- Website: www.drasacs.org.uk
Incest and Sexual Abuse Survivors (ISAS) Notts
One to One Counselling / Group Therapy / Drama Therapy / Self-Help Group
- Phone: 01636610314
- Email: enquiries@isas-notts.org.uk
- Website: www.isas-notts.org.uk
Nottingham Rape Crisis England and Wales
Helpline counselling service
Offers a counselling service for males on the following days and times:
Mon from 2-8pm, Tues from 2-8pm, Thurs from 10-1pm, Fri from 10-1pm, Sat from 10-1pm
ISVA service providing one to one advocacy support for male survivors of sexual abuse
Age Group of Male Survivors: Helpline 13 +, ISVA 14+
SHE UK/ MENDing UK Mansfield
A holistic range of support addressing the complex needs of survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
- Phone: 01623 622 916
- Email: info@she-uk.org.uk
- Website: www.she-uk.org.uk

Clearways Counselling Service
Ladybrook Community Centre Mansfield Nottinghamshire
We are a support group for people living with stress, worries, depression and anger issues. We offer a safe space and confidentiality for you to explore your feelings in a group counselling setting. We also offer one to one counselling.
Contact Ladybrook Community Centre Mansfield Nottinghamshire
Email: clearwayscounselling@gmail.com
Phone: 07988 756095
COVID UPDATE: PLEASE VISIT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR DETAILS OF HOW TO GET IN TOUCH IF YOU REQUIRE COUNSELLING.
We offer 121 counselling service for children aged 14 and over and adults with no upper age cap.
Our service is low cost and free in exceptional circumstances.
We are a team of 17 counsellors.
All BACP registered.
We have just celebrated our 5 birthday.
We deliver our service across Ashfield and Mansfield in GP surgeries, schools and community centres.
Sessions cost £10 or free for those in severe cases of low/no income.
Meetings: Tuesdays 3.30pm in Mansfield Library.
121 counselling sessions across the district in several community venues.
Find us on Facebook at : https://www.facebook.com/counsellinginmansfieldforchildrenyoungpeopleadults/about/
Community Mental Health Team - Single Point of Access
Based at Bassetlaw Hospital
Service users will receive interventions if they are modertae to severe mental health problems, including depressive illnesses and disorders of personality
Interventions are offered on a 1-1 and/or group therapy basis
Support available Monday - Friday 09.00 - 5.00
Chat Health Text Service
ChatHealth is a confidential text messaging service that enables children and young people (aged 11-19) to contact their local public health nursing (school nursing) team.
Text: 07507 329 952
Advice for Teens in Nottinghamshire
- Organisation: Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Service: Nottinghamshire Healthy Family Team
- For: Young people aged 11-19
- Response time: Within 24 hours, 9am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday (except bank holidays)
Parentline for Nottinghamshire
- Organisation: Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Service: Nottinghamshire Healthy Family Team
- For: Parents and carers of all children and young people aged 0-19
- Response time: Within 24 hours, 9am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday (except bank holidays)
07520 619919
Nottinghamshire Personality Disorder & Development Network
Nottinghamshire Personality Disorder and Development Network (NPDDN), Mandala Centre, Gregory Boulevard, Nottingham
We provide a community service of individual assessments and group therapy for people with complex personality difficulties. We work with clients who are motivated towards change and who feel able to make use of group therapy.
Nottinghamshire Personality Disorder & Development Network
Nottinghamshire Personality Disorder and Development Network (NPDDN), Mandala Centre, Gregory Boulevard, Nottingham

Contact Nottinghamshire Personality Disorder and Development Network (NPDDN), Mandala Centre, Gregory Boulevard, Nottingham
Phone: 0115 876 0162
Website: https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/personality-disorder-treatment-service
Our service users often have longstanding difficulties in relationships, early experiences of trauma, poor early attachments, and a pronounced difficulty in managing overwhelming emotions. Not everyone who uses our service has a diagnosis of personality disorder, but all will have significant issues with personality traits which are:
- persistant - there all the time
- pervasive - spread across most areas of their lives
- problematic - causing difficulty for themselves and others
We do not routinely offer care-coordination, but work closely with those services that do. We do not prescribe medication.
NPDDN provides both psycho-education groups, and Mentalization based groups (recommended by National Institute of Care and Excellent [NICE]). These vary in length from 12 weeks to 1 year. We provide group therapy, as it has been proven to work with this client group. Clients benefit from developing appropriate relationships with others who have similar experiences to themselves.
One of the groups, based in Nottingham City, is aimed specifically at young people who have emerging personality difficulties which are of a far greater degree and significance to those of most teenagers and young adults.
The service covers Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire County. Services are offered in Nottingham City, Mansfield, Worksop and Newark.
Referrals to NPDDN are made by healthcare professionals. If you wish to be referred to NPDDN you will need to discuss this with a healthcare professional such as your GP, community psychiatric nurse, psychiatrist, or other mental health professional.
Our service is open Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm.

Health For Kids - Health Promotion Website
Health For Kids is fabulous resource for health - related subjects for children aged 4-11 years - Local launch is January 2019. There is also a parents/carers zone
Nottinghamshire County Council’s Public Health have commissioned a new and exciting website ‘Health for Kids’ which will be managed by the Youth Service. The website is due to be launched in January 2019.
Health for Kids is a health promotion website offering information in a fun and interactive way for primary school children, parents/carers and teachers. The website will offer local news on upcoming events, campaigns, blogs, articles and useful information about services available to children within Nottinghamshire. The website aims to help promote the health and wellbeing of children aged 5-11 years.
Moving forward, the Youth Service will also be managing the Health for Teens Website, which was launched back in January 2016. Health for Teens offers health and wellbeing advice and information to young people aged 11-19, promoting a healthy body and mind. The site provides local information on relevant services to signpost young people to within Nottinghamshire.
As a service we would like to inform you of how to contact us in regards to supporting the websites to ensure the information we include on the local pages is up to date and relevant for Nottinghamshire. For example, if you have an event you would like us to promote to children, young people, parents or carer, or if you have a campaign that is running locally we can publicise these on the Health for kids or Teens Website’s.
We would also like to request you to promote the relevant website to the appropriate age group through your service. We have a range of publicity material available electronically and a limited supply of hard copies.
To get in touch, request any material and add any information you feel is relevant and appropriate for the sites please email the content to; healthforkidsandteens@nottscc.gov.uk
For further information on the Health for Teens and Kids Websites, please contact; Jenny Quin-Smith from the Youth Service on; 01158041180; Jennifer.quin-smith@nottscc.gov.uk
If you would like to visit the Websites, please see links below;
www.healthforkids.co.uk (local page will be launched in January)
www.healthforteens.co.uk/nottinghamshire
We look forward to working together with you and your organisation in order to successfully promote the health and wellbeing of children and young people in Nottinghamshire.
BCVS Community Advisor
BCVS@ThePriory The Old Abbey School Priorswell Road Worksop Nottinghamshire
The BCVS Community Advisor can offer supported navigation for all patients registered with a Bassetlaw GP.. Community Advisor os part of Bassetlaw Social Prescribing Service.
BCVS Community Advisor
BCVS@ThePriory The Old Abbey School Priorswell Road Worksop Nottinghamshire

Contact BCVS@ThePriory The Old Abbey School Priorswell Road Worksop Nottinghamshire
Email: communityadvisor@bcvs.org.uk
Phone: 01909 476118
Website: https://www.bcvs.org.uk/bcvs-services/services/community-advisor
IMPROVING THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF BASSETLAW RESIDENTS THROUGH SUPPORTED
ACCESS AND NAVIGATION INTO LOCAL SERVICES AND SUPPORT GROUPS
The Community Advisor is a specialist with a wealth of knowledge and experience about services across Bassetlaw, helping individuals to access non-medical support services from voluntary organisations and community groups.
Anyone over the age of 16 who is registered with a Bassetlaw GP can access this service.
You can ask at your GP Reception when the Community Advisor will be visiting your local surgery or contact us directly here at BCVS.
The Community Advisor will discuss with the individual how one of the many voluntary or community services may help them improve their health and wellbeing alongside any existing medical treatment.
The Community Advisor can help you to:
- Identify groups which may offer additional support to help you understand and manage your medical condition
- Access community social groups by giving you a named contact and specific group information
- Access benefits, debt and welfare advice
- Address loneliness and isolation issues by encouraging participation with local activity group
- Access information and advice on a wide range of services for the whole family
Your Community Advisor will be able to identify suitable support options and they will afford the time to find contact details of the leaders of groups and services to make the access as smooth as possible.
There are several ways to make contact with the Community Advisor:
You can ring the Community Advisor direct for telephone advice. Available Monday to Friday on 01909 476118 Ext 24.
Time To Change - Mental Health Support
Time To Change 15-19 Broadway LONDON
We are a growing movement of people changing how we all think and act about mental health problem
Contact Time To Change 15-19 Broadway LONDON
Email: info@time-to-change.org.uk
Phone:
Website: https://www.time-to-change.org.uk/
Supporting someone during Covid-19
Checking in on your family, friends and colleagues is always important. But as the coronavirus pandemic continues, this is more important than ever.
Lots of us have felt worried about the coronavirus pandemic, and everyone will feel differently about the changes to lockdown restrictions.
If someone’s feeling anxious or worried, you don’t need to be an expert on mental health to support them. Think about using our three top tips:
1) Check in
If someone doesn’t feel ready to meet face-to-face, picking up the phone, having a video call, starting a group chat or messaging someone on social media lets them know you are there to talk and ready to listen.
2) Listen and reflect
Whether you have a mental health problem or not, this will be a challenging time for our mental health and wellbeing. If someone opens up to you, remember that you don't need to fix things or offer advice. Often just listening, and showing you take them seriously, can help someone to manage.
3) Ask questions
Ask how people are managing, and ask again if you're worried they aren't sharing the full picture. Asking again, with interest, can help someone to open up and explore what they're feeling.
If you are in need of mental health advice and information in relation to Covid-19, our partners Mind and Rethink Mental Illness have a number of resources at the bottom of our web page.
General enquiries
The Time to Change team is currently working from home in line with Government advice on Covid-19. This means we are unable to respond to calls, voicemails or post. To get in touch, please email our team.
Email: info@time-to-change.org.uk
Time to Change is a growing social movement working to change the way we all think and act about mental health problems. We've already reached millions of people and begun to improve attitudes and behaviour.
Despite the progress we’ve made, we know that many people still don’t consider mental health relevant to them. They don’t believe mental health problems are likely to affect them or people they know.
But the reality is that mental health can affect anyone. Statistically, 1 in 4 of us will experience a mental health problem in any given year. That’s why our work is so important. No one should have to fear being treated differently because of a mental health problem.
If you're looking for individual advice, information or support for you or someone else, unfortunately Time to Change can't provide that but there are lots of people who can - visit our Mental health help and support services page for a list of numbers to call.
Opportunity And Change
Framework Dukeries Business Centre, 31-33 Retford Road, Worksop S80 2PU
This organisation offers counselling and therapeutic support on a 121 basis
Opportunity And Change
Framework Dukeries Business Centre, 31-33 Retford Road, Worksop S80 2PU

Contact Framework Dukeries Business Centre, 31-33 Retford Road, Worksop S80 2PU
Email: opportunityandchange@FrameworkHA.org
Phone:
Website: http://www.opportunityandchange.org/
Coronavirus: how we are supporting participants during the pandemic
Since March 2020 the Coronavirus pandemic has given rise to an unprecedented situation, affecting the lives of us all and resulting in the closure of key services and support agencies. During this time the health, safety and wellbeing of Opportunity and Change participants remains our priority, and the partnership has been working tirelessly to ensure that participants remain supported.
We are continuing to accept new referrals; offering a remote induction to the project and telephone/online support until we are in a position to fully assess participant eligibility and resume face-to-face contact.
The project is responding to the crisis in the following ways:
All face-to-face appointments have been replaced with telephone and online support (e.g. Zoom, WhatsApp, email, etc.)
Frequency of contact has increased; Navigators are checking-in more often to help reduce feelings of isolation
Up to date resources are being shared, including: mental health tools, online training courses and financial support
Participants accessing counselling services have been able to continue to do so via phone or using a virtual meeting platform
Participants who are missing their weekly Skills Plus for Change sessions are being offered alternative support online
Navigator support has adapted to meet the practical needs of participants; ensuring they have access to food parcels, toiletries, utilities and delivering prescriptions where necessary
What is Opportunity and Change?
Opportunity and Change is a support programme for people with multiple and complex needs throughout Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Our programme is being delivered by local organisations working together, with a range of experience of working with people with multiple and complex needs.
We aim to support people achieve stability and provide access to mainstream services. We work with individuals to create a tailored package of support that will assist with a range of needs including accommodation, mental healthcare and education.
We are part of the national Building Better Opportunities programme funded by the Big Lottery Fund and the European Union through its European Social Fund. It is being managed by Framework, a charity and housing association dedicated to helping homeless people, preventing homelessness, and promoting opportunities for vulnerable and excluded people.

Nottinghamshire Help Yourself - Directory of Services
The Nottinghamshire Help Yourself website promote activities, help and support that are available in Nottinghamshire for local residents.
Contact
Email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk
Phone: 0300 500 80 80
Website: https://www.nottshelpyourself.org.uk/kb5/nottinghamshire/directory/home.page
This directory is maintained and operated by Nottinghamshire County Council.
If you need help using this directory or would like to contact us for more information, please get in touch with one of our friendly advisors using the details below:
Telephone: 0300 500 80 80
CSC minicom: 01623 434993
Email: enquiries@nottscc.gov.uk
We are open Monday – Friday 8:00am – 6:00pm.
If your query is specifically around SEND, please email local.offer@nottscc.gov.uk.
If your query is specifically for Supported Self Care, please call 0300 303 2600 or email selfcarehub@selfhelp.org.uk.
The Golden Ball - Mens only support Group
The Golden Ball – Home To The Work Of Poplars Church 3 Victoria Square, Worksop
Mens only group for those who wish to share stories about their lives and support one another through what can be challenging and difficult time.
The Golden Ball - Mens only support Group
The Golden Ball – Home To The Work Of Poplars Church 3 Victoria Square, Worksop

Contact The Golden Ball – Home To The Work Of Poplars Church 3 Victoria Square, Worksop
Phone: 07832 222480
Monday Mornings - all morning - 10am onwards. Contact Richard Hylton-Mais 07832 222480
COVID19 - Men's group has continuted through lockdown by means of Zoom meetings. One 2 One sessions available.
MENTELL
None judgemental, confidential talking circle for men aged 18+ via Zoom meetings.
Mentell provides free circles for men aged 18+ to talk or just listen in a safe and confidential space.
Free of Advice: Members share their personal experiences without directing thoughts, feelings or beliefs to any other member within the circle.
Free of Commitment: You are free to come to Mentell’s circles as and when you choose. You will never be asked to make any formal commitments. Members have free access for life.
Free of Judgement: The circle is a space for people to share sensitive thoughts and feelings, you are invited to do so free from any judgement.
Respect: Regardless of background, faith, beliefs or appearance, every member has the right to be respected for who they are.
Confidentiality: Your personal details and the information that you share within the circle, stays within the circle.
Freedom to Share or Listen: Everybody has the right to share within the circle, equally there is no obligation to share. The choice is always yours.
Every Mind Matters (NHS)
Looking after your mental health
Having good mental health helps us relax more, achieve more and enjoy our lives more. We have expert advice and practical tips to help you look after your mental health and wellbeing.
Coronavirus and mental wellbeing
The impact and experience of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has been different for everyone, as has how we have reacted, but there's no doubt it's been a really difficult time for us all.
That's why it's so important to do what we can to look after our mental health and wellbeing – now more than ever – and to reach out if you need support.
Job and money worries
Feeling stressed about money can affect your mental health. Here are 8 things you can do to feel more in control.
10 tips to deal with change
See what you can do to look after your mental health and wellbeing in the face of uncertainty.
Worried about coronavirus?
Read our 10 top tips to help you manage anxiety about COVID-19.
Working from home tips
Get ideas and advice to help you manage and look after your mental health if you're working from home.
Coping with loneliness
Read our 7 simple tips to help you cope with feeling lonely during the coronavirus outbreak.
How to sleep better
See some easy things you can try to make a change if the coronavirus outbreak has left you struggling to sleep.
Staying at home
Taking care of your mind as well as your body is really important if you are staying at home. Find out how to stay on top of your mental wellbeing.
Help for parents and guardians
Advice on looking after the mental health of those you care for.
Back to school
Get ideas and advice on how to make being back in education as straightforward as possible.
Further support
For mental health support
The Every Mind Matters platform provides advice on common mental health concerns, how to look after your mental health and wellbeing, and where to get further support.
If you are concerned about your mental health, visiting your GP is a good place to start, or you can call 111 for further advice.
In most areas, you can also refer yourself for free, non-urgent, NHS psychological therapy services, called IAPT (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies) services.
If you need further support
For non-urgent personal medical advice, please visit the NHS website or discuss with your GP.
If you have an urgent, non-emergency medical concern, please call 111 to speak to a fully trained adviser.
In a life-threatening emergency, call 999.
Bereavement
Grief affects us in different ways. Find sources of support and advice that can help if you are dealing with bereavement.
Crisis Sanctuary Worksop
The Nottinghamshire Crisis Sanctuaries provides mental health crisis support to the communities of Nottinghamshire.
The Crisis Sanctuaries are for anyone near, or at crisis who need a safe space to talk.
The Crisis Sanctuaries are delivered through a partnership of Framework, Harmless, Turning Point and Mind, to collectively support the communities of Nottinghamshire.
Visit our website to find out more about low mood, anxiety, 5 ways to wellbeing, generalised anxiety, social anxiety.
Wednesday and Sunday evening 5.00pm - 12.00am.
COVID-19 UPDATE
Due to restrictions imposed as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, you will be required to call ahead prior to visiting one of the Crisis Sanctuaries. This is to ensure that the Crisis Sanctuaries remain a safe and accessible place for visitors and staff.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Each Crisis Sanctuary will have 3 trained Crisis Intervention Workers who will provide recovery-focused crisis support in a trusted and consistent space for people who require out of hours mental health support. If required, onward community referrals will be made. If you would prefer not to attend the Crisis Sanctuaries, support can be provided via telephone or through video calling platforms.
LOCATIONS
There are Crisis Sanctuary located in the following areas of Nottinghamshire:
Worksop, Mansfield, Newark, Beeston, Sherwood, East Leake, City. Each Sanctuary is available twice per week in each location. Full addresses, contact details and times of opening are available in the timetable below.