Mental health support for adults
Below is a list of organisations that can offer mental health support to adults when needed. There are a mix of local and national organisations, from NHS run to charity based and they offer a range of services that can help. From issues such as sleeping trouble and financial advice to depression and suicide, support is available.
Need urgent help right now?
Dial 111
Choose option 2, when prompted
Answer a few questions over the phone
You’ll then receive fast and responsive support from NHS mental health professionals, which can include a same-day mental health assessment, if needed.
NHS 111 is the first point of contact for any adults, children or young people in urgent need of mental health help.
If you feel yourself or others are at imminent risk of physical harm or you have harmed yourself or someone else, or are worried that you might, please call 999.
You can also go to A&E at your nearest hospital.
Local and national mental health support for adults
Provides expert advice and practical tips to help you look after your mental health and wellbeing. You can take a wellbeing check-up at NHS Every Mind Matters and get your own personalised wellbeing plan.
The five steps to wellbeing can make you feel happier, more positive and able to get the most from life.
In partnership with East London Foundation Partnership Trust (ELFT) and The University of Bedfordshire, Recovery Colleges offer a wide range of free courses and workshops to everyone living and working in Bedfordshire and Luton, which are recovery focused, and aim to provide strategies and techniques for individuals to use in their daily lives to promote self management.
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 01234 263621
Heads Up exists to help men get happy and stay happy. Their handy toolbox can help you to overcome common issues like trouble sleeping, feeling low and money worries. They also have an online check-up to help you assess your wellbeing, and tips for taking care of your mental health that you can fit into daily life.
MIND BLMK is a local mental health charity, with a positive and holistic approach to promoting mental wellbeing.
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 0300 330 0648
The Mind Recovery Lounges are open seven days a week, 365 days of the year, between 5pm – 11pm.
If you would like further information about the Recovery Lounges
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 0300 330 0648 (open 9am – 4:30pm)
Crisis phone line: 01525 722 225 (which can be contacted between 5.00pm – 11.00pm)
Provides a range of free support by phone calls, chat service, and face to face in some areas.
Telephone: 116 123
Shout is a free, confidential, text support service for anyone in the UK who is struggling to cope. It’s open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258 (24/7)
Bedfordshire Talking Therapies offers a range of free and confidential talking therapies and specialist support to help you feel better. Self-referrals are accepted via the website or by telephone, or contact your GP to arrange a referral.
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 01234 880400 (8am to 8pm Monday, and from 8am to 5pm Tuesday to Friday.)
Milton Keynes Talking Therapies Service (IAPT) are effective and confidential treatments delivered by fully trained and accredited NHS practitioners. They can help with common mental health problems like stress, anxiety and depression.
Telephone: 01908 725099 (8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday)