Mental health support

Sometimes you may be going through a difficult time and need some support

If you’re worried or feeling anxious or sad, there are people you can talk to you. From local to national organisations they will offer you advice, support and guidance if you are struggling with mental wellbeing. There’s plenty of apps that can help you navigate through trickier times, and you can also get in touch with professionals who are qualified to help you.

How to look after your physical and mental health

Your emotional wellbeing is just as important as your physical health. Good mental health allows you to develop the resilience to cope with whatever life throws at you.

There’s so much you can do to better your mental wellbeing from taking part in sports and activities to joining groups, or finding a hobby. If that’s not for you, there are a lot of apps that you can download to help you manage your wellbeing. Click on the links below to find out more.

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Ask for help

Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs) covering West Berkshire, Reading, and Wokingham are now delivered by Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BHFT).

Contact MHST

Email: CAMHSWestMHSTs@berkshire.nhs.uk

Phone: 0300 2473002

Referral

If you are a child/young person (CYP) and feel you need urgent help, follow this guidance: I need urgent help now | Children Young People and Families Online Resource.

If you are aged 16 and over, you can refer yourself by requesting a referral form via: CAMHSWestMHSTs@Berkshire.nhs.uk or by calling 0300 2473002.