Health and Inclusion
Custom searchSometimes we can struggle to enjoy life. There may be challenges that need to be resolved or dips in our health that we need to consider – with a little bit of input from the experts. You can access and find information to a wide range of support services and online platforms here. Getting support is a strength – it shows that you recognise your own health and are effective in managing your own support needs well.
If you have a Neurodiverse condition or want to find support for the LGBTQ community, or if you are struggling with phobias, addiction, domestic abuse, have a mental health condition or an eating disorder – you will find helpful support here too.
Open Door
Charity offering free counselling and psychotherapy to young people aged up to 24 living in Haringey. Currently only accepting new referrals for people aged under 23 due to high demand.
External
Tel: 020 8348 5947
CPPD Counselling School
Low-cost counselling services for people with low or no incomes.
External, Online
Tel: 020 8341 4843
Mind in Haringey
Low-cost counselling services, starting at minimum £10 per session, available to Haringey residents and neighbouring boroughs.
External, Online
Tel: 0208 340 2474
Enfield Counselling
Counselling and therapy services in Enfield with lower cost options.
External, Online
Tel: 020 8367 2333
Mind in Enfield
IAPT counselling and 1-to-1 counselling for approximately 8 weeks for individuals registered with a GP in Enfield.
External, Online
Tel: 0208 906 7508
The Minster Centre
Affordable counselling and therapy services in Brent.
External
Tel: 020 7644 6240
The Manor House Centre for Psychotherapy and Counselling
Fee based counselling and therapy services in Barnet.
External
Tel: 020 8371 0180
Inner City Centre
Psychotherapy services with a sliding scale of fees.
External, Online
Tel: 020 7247 1589
The Guild of Psychotherapists
face-to-face (in Southwark) or online psychotherapy sessions for Adults (18+) on a low income with fees starting from £5 per session.
External, Online
Tel: 020 7401 3260
British Psychotherapy Foundation
Intensive psychotherapy, psychoanalysis or Jungian analysis at a low fee ranging from £10-£25 per session, subject to availability. Minimum commitment is for two years of treatment involving three sessions per week.
External, Online
The Free Psychotherapy Network
Directory of therapists offering free sessions
External, Online
Arbours Association
Low-cost individual and group psychotherapy, subject to availability, for students and those on low income/benefits.
External, Online
The Caravan Drop-In and Counselling Service
Long-Term Counselling and Therapy opportunities in London.
External
Tel: 0207 183 1802
Remploy
Free government-funded mental health services for permanent or temporary employees.
External, Online
Tel: 0300 456 8114
Crisis Messenger
Counselling Services – 24/7 contact by texting THEMIX to 85258. This service is delivered in partnership with Shout.
External, Online
The Mix (for 25 yrs old and under)
Charity offering support to young people, aged 25 and under, with any challenges they may be facing.
External, Online
Helpline: 0808 808 4994
Student Space
Trusted information, services and tools to help you with the challenges of student life.
External, Online
Best for You
Information about mental health, digital tools for anyone in the UK and personalised mental health service for young people living within North West London.
External, Online
Side by Side
Online community where you can listen, share and be heard through peer support.
External, Online
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)
Mental health support and resource information.
External, Online
Helpline: 0800 58 58 58
The Help Hub
Mental health support from trained Therapists and Counsellors
External, Online
MDX Student Union Advice Service
free, confidential, and independent academic and non-academic advice to students.
MDX, Online
Tel: 020 8411 6450
International Tel: 0044208 411 6060
Young Adults Pathways (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust)
Mental health and wellbeing network
External, Online
British Heart Foundation
Disease and illness prevention and support
External, Online
MDXSU Advice
Confidential and independent academic and general wellbeing advice and support
Internal, MDX
Resources for Autism
Autism services and support
External, Online
Grassroots Suicide Prevention (Stay Alive App)
Suicide prevention help
External, Online
Mental Health Foundation
Mental health support
External, Online
The Sanctuary (Mind in Barnet)
crisis intervention and prevention services for adults
External, Online
The Coves | Hestia
Mental health and crisis support
External, Online
Body and Soul Charity
Mental health and wellbeing information and support through online sessions, videos, animations and podcasts
External, Online
Barnet Public Health
Health and wellbeing services and information
External, Online
Sabel Chemist
General wellbeing, sexual health and drug misuse support
External, Online
Tel: 442089956277
Brook – Sexual Health Clinic
Sexual Health and wellbeing support
External, Online
Helpline 07540723262
Child Bereavement UK
Self-referral to counselling sessions, Emotional support and Expert Advice for people up to the age of 25 dealing with grief
External, Online
londonsupport@childbereavementuk.org
Helpline 08000288840
Worth Warrior App
Body image and early stage eating disorders help app
App, External
Student Success Team
Proactive support to make sure you are successful in your studies at MDX, empower students to stay on track and achieve their goals. Link students to other services available across the University. Quick consults, 1:1 remote and face to face guidance sessions, outreach calls, advocacy, confidence building and problem solving.
Internal, MDX
Supporting your progression at Middlesex | UniHub (mdx.ac.uk)
Counselling and Mental Health Team
Mental Health Support
Internal, Online
Hollie Guard App
Safeguarding App, can call specific contacts in case of emergency
App, External
James’ Place
Self-referral to support and suicidal prevention for men in mental health crisis
External, Online
Tel: 020 3488 8404
Maytree
Non-medical, free residential stay for people feeling suicidal, safe and warm environment (stay only 4 nights and adults only!)
External, Online
Tel: 02072637070
National Gaming Disorder Service
Self-referral to Support and Advice for individuals with gaming disorders
External, Online
National Gaming Disorder Service
Tel: 02073817722
National Gambling Treatment Service
Self-referral to Support and Advice for individuals with gambling issues
External, Online
National Gambling Treatment Service
Tel: 08088020133
Revenge Porn Helpline
Support and advice for adults experiencing intimate image abuse, revenge porn, Education and Information on Online Security
External, Online
help@revengepornhelpline.org.uk
Tel: 03456000459
National Bullying Helpline
Support, Advice and Information for victims of bullying (At work, at school, on internet)
External, Online
Tel: 0300 323 0169
Tel: 0845 22 55 787
Suzy Lamplugh Trust – National Stalking Helpline
Support, Advice, Tools and Information for individuals affected by stalking
External, Online
Suzy Lamplugh Trust – National Stalking Helpline
Tel: 0808 802 0300
Victim Support
Self-referral to Emotional and Practical support for individuals affected by crime
External, Online
Tel: 08081689111
Women’s Therapy Centre
Self-referral to Psychoterapy sessions, Signposting to therapists and Training (18-25)
External, Online
Tel: 020 7263 6200
STOPSo
Support and specialist treatment for perpetrators of sexual offending
External, Online
Forced Marriage Support Line
Support and Signposting, Forced Marriage and Domestic abuse, Drug and Alcohol addiction
External, Online
Tel: 01708765200
CouRAGEus Project – Women and Girls Network (14-24y)
Advocacy, Counselling and Support for victims of domestic and sexual abuse, Crisis Centre
External, Online
CouRAGEus Project – Women and Girls Network (14-24y)
Tel: 08088010660
Ashiana Network
Counselling, Safe-housing and Financial Support in Sexual Abuse, Forced marriage, Honour based Violence
External, Online
Tel: 02085390427
Southall Black Sisters
Support Domestic or Sexual Abuse for African-Caribbean and Asian heritage women and girls
External, Online
Tel: 0208 571 9595
Sistah Space
Support Domestic or Sexual Abuse for Africa heritage women and girls
External, Online
Tel: 02078468350
Refuge: National Domestic Abuse Helpline
Support Domestic or Sexual Abuse
External, Online
Refuge: National Domestic Abuse Helpline
Tel: 08082000247
Barnet Homes Domestic Abuse One Stop Shop
Support Domestic or Sexual Abuse
External, Online
Barnet Homes Domestic Abuse One Stop Shop
Tel: 0808 2000 247
The Acorn Wellbeing Centre
Self-referral to individual counselling sessions, Signposting and Expert advice
External, Online
contactus@acornwellbeing.co.uk
Tel: 07538 175557
Brandon Centre – Here for young people
Self referral to counselling and therapy sessions, coaching on wellbeing and resources and support for a better mental health for young people (12-25y)
External, Online
Brandon Centre – Here for young people
Text 07520 633477
Phone 020 7267 1321
The Maya Centre (Women low income Only)
Self-referral to counselling sessions (Domestic Violence, Childhood Abuse, War and Conflict and other harmful practices), education on mental health, group therapy and support for women’s wellbeing
External, Online
The Maya Centre (Women low income Only)
Tel: 0207 272 0995
Nafsiyat: Intercultural Therapy Centre
Self-referral to Intercultural Therapy in 20 different languages and Training sessions
External, Online
Nafsiyat: Intercultural Therapy Centre
Tel: 02072636947
MIND
Information and advise, Office based counselling, peer support community, Crisis Resources, Helpline and Chat, Signposting services
External, Online
Tel: 03001233393
IESO – Online therapy
Self-referral to long term online therapy, OCD, PTSD, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, STRESS
External, Online
NHS Psychological Therapies Service (IAPT)
Self-referral to Long term- Talking therapies, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), counselling, other therapies, and guided self-help
External, Online
NHS Psychological Therapies Service (IAPT)
Tel: 08003284444
Able Futures
Support offered by specialists to help individuals cope with work related issues
External, Online
Tel: 0800 321 3137
New Citizens Gateway
Support, helpline and counselling available for refugees and asylum seekers, mentoring and English classes are also available
External, Online
Tel: 020 8905 9002
Drive Forward
Support and online community for students who are leaving care homes, (16-26y), employability advice and education support
External, Online
Tel: 0207 620 3000
Tel: 07393 045 743
Tamil Mental Health Counselling
Emotional support and expert advice, counselling and therapy for individuals from the Tamil community
External, Online
Tamil Mental Health Counselling
Tel: 020 8577 6059
The Wish Centre
Prevention of self-harm, abuse or exploitation of children and young adults (10-25yo), counselling and therapy available
External, Online
Tel: 02031379044
The Listening Place
Regular face-to-face listening service, for individuals with suicidal thoughts.
External, Online
Tel: 02039067676
ADHD foundation
Self-referral to adult therapy for individuals with neurodiversity, support for school, education and information, online support
External, Online
Tel: 01515419020
First Steps Eating Disorder
Self-referral to counselling and therapy sessions for individuals facing eating disorders for students in UK, online resources and expert advice available, recovery workshops, peer support
External, Online
Tel: 01332367571
Anxiety UK
Self-referral to counselling, CBT, and other therapy forms, expert advice, membership required
External, Online
Helpline: 03444 775 774
Barnet Bereavement Service
Self-referral to counselling sessions, Emotional support and Expert Advice for people dealing with grief
External, Online
Tel: 02037594347
WAY (Widowed and Young)
Helpline, Specialist Emotional support and Signposting for partner loss
External, Online
Tel: 03002010051
Tommy’s
Helpline, Specialist Emotional support and Signposting for individuals affected by miscarriage, baby loss
External, Online
Tel: 08000147800
NA (Narcotics Anonymous)
Self-referral to Support and Advice for individuals with drug issues, Information and resources available
External, Online
Tel: 03009991212
AA (Alcoholics Anonymous)
Self-referral to Support and Advice for individuals with drinking issues
External, Online
Tel: 08009177650
Rethink Mental Illness
Mental Health Advise and Support Helpline, Community Care, Welfare benefits, Carers rights
External, Online
Tel: 0808 801 0525
SANEline
Helpline, Specialist Emotional support, Signposting
External, Online
Tel: 0300 304 7000
Text 07984 967 708
Community Barnet
Provides access to a wide range of mental health services in Barnet and offers themed workshops and low intensity CBT (18-25 year olds)
External, Online
Tel: 020 8364 8400
Simply Connect
An online resource tool with links to all organisations offering support in Barnet, Enfield and Harringey
External, Online
FREED
Online resources and information about eating disorders, and signposting to specialised services for 16-25yo
External, Free, Online
Stand Alone
Support and online community for students who are estranged from their families
External, Online
Battle Scars
Support for people facing self-harm, online support for children, young adults, parents and families
External, Online
Tel: 07410380747
LifeSIGNS
Online Support and Information for individuals experiencing self-harming
External, Online
Bipolar UK
Online support group, education and resources
External, Online
Beat Eating Disorders
Online support group, education and resources
External, Online
Helpline 0808 801 0677
OCD Action with Student Space
Online support platform for students affected by OCD, online community
External, Online
Tel: 0303 040 1112
OCD UK
Online support platform for people affected by OCD. Self-help, education and information available
External, Online
Tel: 01332 588112
No Panic
Online self-help platform for people facing issues regarding phobias, e.g OCD
External, Online
Helpline: 03007729844
Youth line: 03306061174
24h Crisis Line: 01952 680835
Students Against Depression
Online Support and Information for students facing depression
External, Online
Tel: +44 (0) 1635 869754
DrinkChat
Online Support and community for individuals with alcohol issues
External, Online
Tel: 03001231110
Kooth
Online mental wellbeing platform, Young people and under 25, Short-term online counselling
External, Online
Get Self Help
Self-help and CBT therapy resources, worksheets, information sheets
External, Online
Thrive
We use gardening to bring about positive changes in the lives of people living with disabilities or ill health, or who are isolated, disadvantaged or vulnerable.
External, Online
Tel: 020 7720 2212
Thrive LDN
A multi-system partnership and connection across London to ensure all Londoners have an opportunity for better mental health and wellbeing
External, Online
Exercise Classes
Fitness classes and activities available at MDX and in the surrounding area.
MDX
Autism Service – Barnet Mencap
Online support and resources for adults with a diagnosis or suspected diagnosis of autism, self-refferal for diagnosis available for those with GP and address in Barnet
External, Online
Autism Service – Barnet Mencap
projectsupport@barnetmencap.org.uk
Tel: 02083493842
AADD-UK
Online support and signposting to professional services for adults with ADHD
External, Online
Hearing Voices Network
Online Support, Information and Advice for people hearing voices or having visions
External, Online
Meridian Wellbeing
Online community, resources, activities and events to support people managing their wellbeing
External, Online
Tel: 020 7613 1008
Mindset App
Mental Fitness, Yoga, Mood tracking, Wellbeing assessment
App, External
Best For You App
Finding online resources that are NHS approved
App, External
Student Space
Dedicated support services, information and advice for students
External, Online
Wellbeing and Mental Health
Guidance, advice and policies that support your wellbeing at University
Internal, MDX, Online
Disability and Dyslexia Service
Agree reasonable adjustments to support studies and explore the range of support available, including funding. Provide guidance and information about accessing online screening. 1:1 appointments, phone and email support.
Internal, MDX
The Zensory App
An immersive focus platform to support optimal performance and relaxation through short sensory experiences
App, External
MDX Fitness Pod
Fitness classes and group activities (Yoga, Zumba, weightlifting, atc)
Internal, MDX
Tel: 020 8411 6343 020 8411 6343
Change, Grow, Live
Drug and alcohol drop-in service for MDX students
External, Online
Change Grow Live | Charity | We can help you change your life
The UniDoc
GP services – general medicine services and vaccinations, Sexual health checks, contraception, smear tests.
External
Counselling and Mental Health
Workshops one-off consultation
Internal, MDX
Barnet Wellbeing Service
Self-referral to expert advice, wellbeing resources and community activities to improve mental health and counselling and webinars for young people 16-25
External, Online
The Menopause Exchange
Information on therapies, symptoms and HRT
External, Online
Menopause Exchange for unbiased, independent information and advice (menopause-exchange.co.uk)
Women’s Health Concern
Information and advice about navigating the menopause
External, Online
Women’s Health Concern | Confidential Advice, Reassurance and Education (womens-health-concern.org)
Simply Hormones
Training, coaching and advice about navigating the menopause
External, Online
NHS- Every Mind Matters
Expert advice, Self assessment on stress and anxiety, Information and Tips to overcome stress and anxiety, Singposting
External, Online
Menopause Matters
Forum to exchange experiences and tips
External, Online
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