There are lots of different mental health support options available
If you require mental health support here are some trusted providers locally and nationally...
Urgent mental health support
If you are concerned about an immediate risk of self-harm or if your physical health is at significant risk because of overdose or injury, please call 999 for emergency medical assistance.
If you're experiencing a mental health crisis and don't feel you can keep yourself safe right now; please seek immediate help by contacting your local NHS mental health helpline.
If you’re in Liverpool, you can get in touch with Mersey Care via their 24-hour contact number on 0151 296 7200
Getting support from PSS Wellbeing Centres
How can I get mental health support and join live sessions with the PSS Wellbeing Centres?
If you identify as having a mental health challenge, you live in Liverpool (Liverpool City Council area) and you are 18-years old or over; you might also be able to join in on our live mental health sessions and get group support from our Wellbeing Centre team. This way you can meet other people with similar experiences, whilst getting free, mental health support. Get in touch with the team here.
Or complete a self-referral form and email it to wellbeingcentres@pss.org.uk.
Looking for online support?
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Liverpool mental health support
To find other mental health and wellbeing activities in Liverpool visit Wellbeing Liverpool; delivered by Healthwatch Liverpool offering current and up-to-date information across the wellbeing community.
The team at HealthWatch Liverpool can also offer information, guidance and feedback on health and social care services. For more info visit: HealthWatch Liverpool.
Call HealthWatch Liverpool on 03007 777007 (9.00 am - 5.00 pm Monday - Friday). Email: enquiries@healthwatchliverpool.co.uk.
National support helplines
Practical support
If you need some practical support with areas of your life that have been affected by your mental health such as: housing, employment, benefits, you can access Citizen's Advice. Visit the website for contact details for where you live.
You can call Citizens Advice Liverpool on 0344 848 7700. Telephone advisors are now available to give general advice seven days a week.
For social care enquiries call the Liverpool City Council careline on 0151 233 3800 or find details for your local council on their website.