Mental Health Support:
If you are struggling with your mental health there are numerous ways in which we can support you.
– You can ask your GP for a referral to the Primary Care Mental Health Team.
– You can speak to reception to book an appointment with the Leeds Healthy Minds service. These are 30 minute long phone appointments which take place on a Wednesday and a Thursday evening.
– We have a Men’s Mental Health Support Worker who focuses on community outreach and supporting our isolated patients to engage in activities and groups that can improve their well-being and mental health.
– We have a team of Social Prescribers who can signpost you to various services where you can access further mental health and social support.
Please contact us if you would like more information on any of the above options.
Services for adults
- If you are aged 17 or older then a good place to start is the Mindwell website. It is designed to help you understand the common problems that people face and the range of services here to help. It also offers help to those who are worried about others.
- You might have heard your GP or friend talk about IAPT. This is a range of services that we commonly refer our patients to when they have problems with mental health. Here is a list of what IAPT offer, you can also refer yourself to this service from their website.
Services for children
If you are aged 16 or under, then a good place to start is the MindMate website.
MindMate is specifically aimed at young people and can help you understand the way you are feeling and find the right advice and support. It also offers advice for parents.
Feeling suicidal
If you feel unable to keep yourself safe please call NHS 111 and select Option 2 for Crisis Mental Health Support.
You can find more information on how to access mental health support in a crisis Here
I am 16 or younger and need urgent help
LEEDS MIND MATE – SINGLE POINT OF ACCESS
Parents, carers and young people aged 13+ can refer themselves and talk directly to the MindMate SPA Team.
Under 18s may benefit from some support from an emotional wellbeing or mental health support service is Leeds
To make a referral your can contact MindMate SPA via. Tel 03005550324 (Mon – Fri 9am -5pm)