Useful resources
This page gathers organisations and services that may be useful at different times. You do not need to be in therapy with me to use them. Some offer immediate support; others can help you find information, community or ongoing support.
If you are in immediate danger, call 999 or go to the nearest A&E department.
Urgent support and emergencies
- NHS 111 Wales – press 2: for urgent mental health support in Wales, at any time of day or night. You can call for yourself or because you are concerned about someone else.
- Samaritans – call 116 123: a free, round-the-clock listening service if you need someone to talk to.
- Shout – text SHOUT to 85258: free, confidential 24/7 text support in the UK. If your life is at imminent risk, call 999 instead.
- C.A.L.L. – call 0800 132 737: confidential mental health support and signposting in Wales, including support in Welsh.
Finding ongoing information and support
- Mind: information about mental health, support services and rights, with helplines for people in England and Wales.
- Hub of Hope: a searchable directory to help you find mental health and wellbeing support near you.
- NHS 111 Wales: local health information, service directories and advice on where to get help.
LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent support
- Switchboard: a national LGBTQIA+ support line and information service for people at any point in their journey.
- FFLAG: support and information for parents, families and allies of LGBT+ people.
- Pink Therapy Directory: a searchable directory of LGBTQ+ and GSRD-affirmative therapists.
- UKCP Find a Therapist: a searchable directory of UKCP-accredited psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors.
- Welsh Psychotherapy Institute: information about psychotherapy training in Cardiff and the WPI Affordable Therapy Service.
- BACP Therapist Directory: guidance on using BACP’s searchable directory to find a registered or accredited counsellor or psychotherapist.
- Stonewall: information and resources relating to LGBTQ+ life, rights and inclusion.
- National Autistic Society: information, advice and local support for autistic people and their families.
- ADHD UK: information, resources and peer support for people affected by ADHD.
Abuse, sexual violence and safety
- Live Fear Free – call 0808 80 10 800: free, confidential 24/7 help and advice in Wales for anyone experiencing domestic abuse or sexual violence, and for people concerned about someone else. Welsh-language calls are welcome.
- New Pathways: specialist counselling, wellbeing, crisis and advocacy support for adults, children and young people affected by rape, sexual assault or abuse across south, west and mid Wales.
- Galop: support for LGBTQ+ people who have experienced abuse, violence or hate crime.
Social care and safeguarding
- Swansea Council Social Services: advice, care and support routes for adults, children and families in Swansea, including safeguarding concerns. If someone may be at immediate risk of harm, call 999.
- Carmarthenshire Council: reporting a concern: how to contact adult or children’s social services for advice, support or concerns about someone’s wellbeing or safety.
Related reading
Contact details and availability can change, so please check an organisation’s own website for the most up-to-date information.