External Support

The NSPCC is available for advice or information, call the NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000. The helpline is open Monday to Friday 8 am – 10 pm or 9 am – 6 pm at the weekends. You can also email help@nspcc.org.uk for support or advice.

If you feel at immediate risk, contact the Police on 999

• For non-emergency concerns or for Police advice, call 101.
• There’s lots of advice about a wide range of safety and wellbeing concerns on  https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/advice
• West Yorkshire Police also have an online service to contact them in non-emergency situations  https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/report-it

The Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can contact them by phone on 116 123 or via email on jo@samaritans.org. Common reasons people contact the Samaritans are:

• relationship and family problems
• loss, including loss of a friend or a family member through bereavement
• financial worries
• feeling stressed or anxious
• college or study-related stress
• loneliness and isolation
• depression
• painful and/or disabling physical illness
• heavy use of or dependency on alcohol or other drugs
• thoughts of suicide

NHS advice:   https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/ 
NHS 111: Get Medical Help. Ring 111 for the following reasons:

• where to get help for your symptoms, if you're not sure what to do
• how to find general health information and advice
• where to get an emergency supply of your prescribed medicine
• how to get a repeat prescription

When to call 999
At some point, most people will either witness or be involved in an accident, or experience a medical or mental health emergency. Knowing what to do next and who to call can potentially save lives.

You can find a food bank near you in Leeds by clicking here: https://leedsfoodaidnetwork.co.uk/food-banks/

The Leeds Domestic Violence Service support people of all genders over the age of 16 that have been affected by domestic violence and/or abuse. Anyone can be affected by domestic abuse, regardless of gender, sex, sexuality, race, ethnic group, class, religion, disability, lifestyle and background. We work with and for you to help you understand your experiences and get the right support, no matter what your background or situation. 

LDVS Website

LDVS 24 hour helpline - 0113 2460401

LMWS is proud to unite some of Leeds’ most prominent mental health providers, each bringing extensive expertise and experience in delivering health and wellbeing services.

CLICK HERE

We empower students and members of the university community to look after their own mental health, support others and create change.

CLICK HERE

Know Before You Go is an e-resource that is intended for Year 12-13 students, and the educators who support you, as you transition from school/college to university.

CLICK HERE

Our mediation service aims to improve the relationship between parent/ carers and their young person.

CLICK HERE

Teen Connect is a helpline for 11–18 year-olds living in the Leeds area.

CLICK HERE

Take It Down. Having nudes online is scary, but there is hope to get it taken down. This service is one step you can take to help remove online nude, partially nude, or sexually explicit photos and videos taken before you were 18.

CLICK HERE

Report Remove is here to help young people under 18 in the UK to confidentially report sexual images and videos of themselves and remove them from the internet.

CLICK HERE

Carers Leeds offer support to people affected by the drug and/or alcohol use of someone they know, whether that is a family member, a loved one or a friend. We refer to this group as ‘concerned others’.

CLICK HERE

We’re part of a local, NHS-based mental health partnership, where organisations work together to support the emotional wellbeing of the people of Leeds.

CLICK HERE

We are the only UK charity providing a lifeline to those affected by a disappearance or thinking of going missing. 

CLICK HERE

Supporting LGBTQ+ children, young people and their families.

CLICK HERE

stem4 is a charity that promotes positive mental health in teenagers and those who support them including their families and carers, education professionals, as well as school nurses and GPs through the provision of mental health education, resilience strategies and early intervention. This is primarily provided digitally through our innovative education programme, pioneering mental health apps, clinically-informed website and mental health conferences that contribute to helping young people and those around them flourish.

MindWell is the mental health website for adults in Leeds. It’s funded by NHS Leeds CCG to bring together information from the NHS, Leeds City Council, and the third sector into one ‘go to’ place.

MindMate is a Leeds-based website for young people, their families and the professionals who support them. We’re here to help you explore emotional wellbeing and mental health issues and offer information about where support is available.

Our focus is on supporting all young people, throughout their journey from primary school age to the early years of their working lives, recognising that the points of transition in that journey can represent moments of particular vulnerability. We aim to improve their understanding of mental health, to give them the knowledge and skills to look out for and support themselves and those around them, and to give them greater confidence in talking openly about the subject. By enabling more open and better-informed conversations, we aim to further reduce the stigma that still surrounds mental health.

We’re the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) and we’re taking a stand against suicide. That means standing against feeling rubbish, standing up to stereotypes, and standing together to show life is always worth living.

Bloom is the largest FREE UK-wide programme for 14–18-year-olds which focuses on supporting young people’s mental health resilience. Delivered in schools and colleges, Bloom equips young people with the tools and knowledge to maintain their mental health through life’s transitions, both now and in the future.

CLICK HERE

Calm is a meditation, sleep and relaxation app, available in both the App Store and Google Play store. Calm creates unique audio content that strengthens mental fitness and tackles some of the biggest mental health challenges of today: stress, anxiety, insomnia, and depression. The most popular feature on Calm is a 10-minute meditation called, 'The Daily Calm,' that explores a fresh mindful theme and inspiring concept each day. 

We’re the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) and we’re taking a stand against suicide. That means standing against feeling rubbish, standing up to stereotypes, and standing together to show life is always worth living.

Our focus is on supporting all young people, throughout their journey from primary school age to the early years of their working lives, recognising that the points of transition in that journey can represent moments of particular vulnerability. We aim to improve their understanding of mental health, to give them the knowledge and skills to look out for and support themselves and those around them, and to give them greater confidence in talking openly about the subject. By enabling more open and better-informed conversations, we aim to further reduce the stigma that still surrounds mental health.

MindMate is a Leeds-based website for young people, their families and the professionals who support them. We’re here to help you explore emotional wellbeing and mental health issues and offer information about where support is available.

MindWell is the mental health website for adults in Leeds. It’s funded by NHS Leeds CCG to bring together information from the NHS, Leeds City Council, and the third sector into one ‘go to’ place.

stem4 is a charity that promotes positive mental health in teenagers and those who support them including their families and carers, education professionals, as well as school nurses and GPs through the provision of mental health education, resilience strategies and early intervention. This is primarily provided digitally through our innovative education programme, pioneering mental health apps, clinically-informed website and mental health conferences that contribute to helping young people and those around them flourish.

Our goal is to provide easily accessible self-improvement mental health resources focused on anxiety, depression, and mindfulness.

CLICK HERE

Harmless is a passionate organisation that works to address and overcome issues related to self-harm and suicide. 

We’re the UK’s leading charity fighting for children and young people's mental health. We want to see a world where no young person feels alone with their mental health, and all young people get the mental health support they need, when they need it, no matter what. We provide young people with tools to look after their mental health. We empower adults to be the best support they can be to the young people in their lives. And we give young people the space and confidence to get their voices heard and change the world we live in.

MindWell is the mental health website for adults in Leeds. It’s funded by NHS Leeds CCG to bring together information from the NHS, Leeds City Council, and the third sector into one ‘go to’ place.

MindMate is a Leeds-based website for young people, their families and the professionals who support them. We’re here to help you explore emotional wellbeing and mental health issues and offer information about where support is available.

Our focus is on supporting all young people, throughout their journey from primary school age to the early years of their working lives, recognising that the points of transition in that journey can represent moments of particular vulnerability. We aim to improve their understanding of mental health, to give them the knowledge and skills to look out for and support themselves and those around them, and to give them greater confidence in talking openly about the subject. By enabling more open and better-informed conversations, we aim to further reduce the stigma that still surrounds mental health.

Upcoming Webinar for Mental Health Awareness Week 2023 - 'The Myths and Realities of Self-Harm'. Wednesday 17th May 1-2pm.

Childline is here to help anyone under 19 in the UK with any issue they’re going through. You can talk about anything. Whether it’s something big or small, our trained counsellors are here to support you. Childline is free, confidential, and available any time, day or night. You can talk to us:

MindMate is a Leeds-based website for young people, their families and the professionals who support them. We’re here to help you explore emotional wellbeing and mental health issues and offer information about where support is available.

Our focus is on supporting all young people, throughout their journey from primary school age to the early years of their working lives, recognising that the points of transition in that journey can represent moments of particular vulnerability. We aim to improve their understanding of mental health, to give them the knowledge and skills to look out for and support themselves and those around them, and to give them greater confidence in talking openly about the subject. By enabling more open and better-informed conversations, we aim to further reduce the stigma that still surrounds mental health.

We’re the UK’s leading charity fighting for children and young people's mental health. We want to see a world where no young person feels alone with their mental health, and all young people get the mental health support they need, when they need it, no matter what. We provide young people with tools to look after their mental health. We empower adults to be the best support they can be to the young people in their lives. And we give young people the space and confidence to get their voices heard and change the world we live in.

We’re the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) and we’re taking a stand against suicide. That means standing against feeling rubbish, standing up to stereotypes, and standing together to show life is always worth living.

Battle Scars Support Groups.

CLICK HERE

We are the UK’s eating disorder charity. Founded in 1989 as the Eating Disorders Association, our mission is to end the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders.

CLICK HERE

FREED is designed to give young people rapid access to specialised evidence-based treatment and support tailored to their needs.

CLICK HERE

SEED is a Voluntary Organisation. We formed in September 2000 in Hull, East Yorkshire, and were known as the Eating Disorder Support Group.

CLICK HERE

Helping you free your child of an eating disorder.

CLICK HERE

Upcoming Webinar for Mental Health Awareness Week 2023 - 'An introduction to Eating Disorders'. Tuesday 16th May 1-2pm.

Mermaids supports transgender, nonbinary and gender-diverse children and young people until their 20th birthday, as well as their families and professionals involved in their care. We also currently offer web chat support to students up to the age of 25.

CLICK HERE

Supporting LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and those questioning their sexual or gender identity, children, young people and their families in the UK).

CLICK HERE

Gendered Intelligence is a registered charity in London and Leeds that exists to increase understandings of gender diversity and improve trans people's quality of life.

CLICK HERE

Gendered Intelligence's youth groups for trans, nonbinary and gender questioning young people in London, Leeds and online are run by and for our community.

CLICK HERE

National grief and bereavement helpline, counselling and online chat support. 

National Helpline: 0808 808 1677  

Monday-Friday, 9:30am - 5:00pm (until 8pm Tues-Thurs)

CLICK HERE

We help children, young people, parents, and families to rebuild their lives when a child grieves or when a child dies.

CLICK HERE

Bereavement support is for ages 11-19 and can be accessed anytime - contact us on 0113 246 1659.

CLICK HERE

We are a partnership of mental and emotional wellbeing services supporting children, young people and their families from conception to age 25 across Bradford District and Craven.

CLICK HERE

Carers Leeds offer support to people affected by the drug and/or alcohol use of someone they know, whether that is a family member, a loved one or a friend. We refer to this group as ‘concerned others’.

CLICK HERE

Families Anonymous is a world-wide fellowship of family members and friends affected by another’s abuse of mind-altering substances, or related behavioural problems.

CLICK HERE

Our mission is to support everyone  affected by or bereaved from another person’s harmful use of alcohol, drugs, substances, or gambling including family, friends and colleagues. 

CLICK HERE

Helping you take back control of your life via inpatient rehab treatment. Start your treatment at an inpatient facility in Leeds.

CLICK HERE

The Leeds Domestic Violence Service support people of all genders over the age of 16 that have been affected by domestic violence and/or abuse. Anyone can be affected by domestic abuse, regardless of gender, sex, sexuality, race, ethnic group, class, religion, disability, lifestyle and background. We work with and for you to help you understand your experiences and get the right support, no matter what your background or situation. 

LDVS Website

LDVS 24 hour helpline