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By *awpleasure OP   Man
6 days ago

Sutton Coldfield

Hi everyone

Am struggling with my mental health. Can anybody recommend counselling in birmingham or West Midlands. Am on low income so must be free.

Thanks in advance!

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By *inkyexileMan
6 days ago

Scarborough

Some areas have counselling organisations where you can get free sessions with newly qualified counsellors who just need more experience.

I’ve done that in the past and the counsellor was very good.

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By *lainJane23Woman
6 days ago

Liverpool

Right now there the samaritins. Soz about spellin

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By *erdyHollyTV/TS
6 days ago

In a galaxy far far away

The govt recently announced new mental health walk in centres.

There is Golden Hillock Community Day Care Centre, in Birmingham offering this service.

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By *tannersMan
6 days ago

stanley

Op

I’ve dm’d you details of an Andy’s men’s club in Halesowen.

Hope you find the support you need

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By *tannersMan
6 days ago

stanley

Also 2 in Lichfield and one in Bloxwich

They have a good website too just google Andy’s man club

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By *dventuresWithEveWoman
6 days ago

Birmingham

Firstly, well done for speaking up! It's a massive step you've taken already, feel proud of that!

Secondly, even though NHS waiting lists are massive, best get yourself registered as quickly as possible. Google "Birmingham healthy mins" or "West Midlands healthy minds" and do a self referral form. Although it might take a while to get face to face sessions, in the meantime they have lots of other resources that can be accessed individually or provide group learning sessions. I've used them in the past and found it really helpful.

For more immediate help and support, Google "Mind Side by Side, which is an online forum community support resource by Mind, the mental health charity. Again, I've been using it and it's a great help.

Hope this helps, take care of yourself!

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By *avidNPMan
6 days ago

manchester


"Hi everyone

Am struggling with my mental health. Can anybody recommend counselling in birmingham or West Midlands. Am on low income so must be free.

Thanks in advance!"

If you need someone to talk to my DMs will be open. I’m

Not a councillor but I can maybe listen

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
6 days ago

Crumpet Castle


"Some areas have counselling organisations where you can get free sessions with newly qualified counsellors who just need more experience.

I’ve done that in the past and the counsellor was very good. "

Not all free counselling is done by newly qualifieds, many counsellors volunteer as they believe in helping and are not motivated by money.

Use the internet to search there are many agencies who do not charge.

Look especially for Mens groups and clubs and a HUGE well done to you for reaching out

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By *aFemmeCoquetteWoman
6 days ago

Somewhere in the middle not the.....

As Stanners mentioned look up your local Andy man's club. They are a great organisation x

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By *amantha_JadeWoman
6 days ago

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Hello, I’m sorry to hear you’re struggling. I shared this list in another thread yesterday - hopefully some you may find helpful:

• CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) - support for men and anyone struggling with mental health, including suicide prevention resources.

• Andy’s Man Club - free, peer-to-peer talking groups for men, with groups across the UK.

• Never Throw In The Towel Project - A movement built on resilience, lived experience, and the power of community

• Men’s Minds Matter - focuses specifically on male suicide prevention and improving understanding of men’s mental health.

• Movember - resources covering mental health, suicide prevention, connection and men’s wellbeing.

• Mind - information and support covering a wide range of mental health issues, with specific resources relevant to men.

• Samaritans - confidential emotional support for anyone struggling to cope.

• ManKind Initiative - support and information for male victims of domestic abuse.

• Men’s Health Forum - UK organisation focused on improving men’s health, including mental health.

• Papyrus - suicide prevention support for young people under 35.

• NHS Every Mind Matters - practical advice and tools for looking after mental wellbeing.

• SHOUT text support service which is free and available 24/7.

Wishing you all the best and genuinely hope you feel in a better place soon 🫶🏼

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By *olvesxcoupleCouple
6 days ago

Round the bend

Sorry you're going through this, OP.

I have heard nothing but wonderful things about Andy's Man Club. Have a Google for your local one. They are usually on on a Monday evening I believe. 🫶🏼

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By *lainJane23Woman
6 days ago

Liverpool

You are a star... if in Liverpool i would of replied like you a list of helpful places.

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By *olyGlamorousWoman
6 days ago

Sunderland

My oldest joined Andys and he hasn't had a bad word to say about it, said they were incredibly welcoming

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By *lizaDay91Woman
6 days ago

It'sASecret


"Hello, I’m sorry to hear you’re struggling. I shared this list in another thread yesterday - hopefully some you may find helpful:

• CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) - support for men and anyone struggling with mental health, including suicide prevention resources.

• Andy’s Man Club - free, peer-to-peer talking groups for men, with groups across the UK.

• Never Throw In The Towel Project - A movement built on resilience, lived experience, and the power of community

• Men’s Minds Matter - focuses specifically on male suicide prevention and improving understanding of men’s mental health.

• Movember - resources covering mental health, suicide prevention, connection and men’s wellbeing.

• Mind - information and support covering a wide range of mental health issues, with specific resources relevant to men.

• Samaritans - confidential emotional support for anyone struggling to cope.

• ManKind Initiative - support and information for male victims of domestic abuse.

• Men’s Health Forum - UK organisation focused on improving men’s health, including mental health.

• Papyrus - suicide prevention support for young people under 35.

• NHS Every Mind Matters - practical advice and tools for looking after mental wellbeing.

• SHOUT text support service which is free and available 24/7.

Wishing you all the best and genuinely hope you feel in a better place soon 🫶🏼"

Thanks for posting this. My mental health is really bad, and I got discharged from NHS talking therapies for missing a couple of appointments due to physical health issues. It's hard to find decent resources that are free. I feel like the NHS want to give up on you as quickly as possible due to demand outweighing supply.

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By *ydaz70Man
6 days ago

Rotherham /newquay


"Hi everyone

Am struggling with my mental health. Can anybody recommend counselling in birmingham or West Midlands. Am on low income so must be free.

Thanks in advance!"
is there a Andy's man club near you can join brilliant organization will help

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By *lackadderMan
6 days ago

Eastbourne

You don’t say whether you are diagnosed but maybe speak to your GP as you might benefit from a meds as well as talking/ group therapy?

Best of luck with it

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By *olvesxcoupleCouple
6 days ago

Round the bend


"Hello, I’m sorry to hear you’re struggling. I shared this list in another thread yesterday - hopefully some you may find helpful:

• CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) - support for men and anyone struggling with mental health, including suicide prevention resources.

• Andy’s Man Club - free, peer-to-peer talking groups for men, with groups across the UK.

• Never Throw In The Towel Project - A movement built on resilience, lived experience, and the power of community

• Men’s Minds Matter - focuses specifically on male suicide prevention and improving understanding of men’s mental health.

• Movember - resources covering mental health, suicide prevention, connection and men’s wellbeing.

• Mind - information and support covering a wide range of mental health issues, with specific resources relevant to men.

• Samaritans - confidential emotional support for anyone struggling to cope.

• ManKind Initiative - support and information for male victims of domestic abuse.

• Men’s Health Forum - UK organisation focused on improving men’s health, including mental health.

• Papyrus - suicide prevention support for young people under 35.

• NHS Every Mind Matters - practical advice and tools for looking after mental wellbeing.

• SHOUT text support service which is free and available 24/7.

Wishing you all the best and genuinely hope you feel in a better place soon 🫶🏼

Thanks for posting this. My mental health is really bad, and I got discharged from NHS talking therapies for missing a couple of appointments due to physical health issues. It's hard to find decent resources that are free. I feel like the NHS want to give up on you as quickly as possible due to demand outweighing supply. "

I could be wrong but I'm sure there is a club similar to Andy's man club, for women. Maybe someone else will know the name of it. If you ever want to chat to a random woman on the Internet, my inbox is open 🫶🏼

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By *amantha_JadeWoman
6 days ago

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"Hello, I’m sorry to hear you’re struggling. I shared this list in another thread yesterday - hopefully some you may find helpful:

• CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) - support for men and anyone struggling with mental health, including suicide prevention resources.

• Andy’s Man Club - free, peer-to-peer talking groups for men, with groups across the UK.

• Never Throw In The Towel Project - A movement built on resilience, lived experience, and the power of community

• Men’s Minds Matter - focuses specifically on male suicide prevention and improving understanding of men’s mental health.

• Movember - resources covering mental health, suicide prevention, connection and men’s wellbeing.

• Mind - information and support covering a wide range of mental health issues, with specific resources relevant to men.

• Samaritans - confidential emotional support for anyone struggling to cope.

• ManKind Initiative - support and information for male victims of domestic abuse.

• Men’s Health Forum - UK organisation focused on improving men’s health, including mental health.

• Papyrus - suicide prevention support for young people under 35.

• NHS Every Mind Matters - practical advice and tools for looking after mental wellbeing.

• SHOUT text support service which is free and available 24/7.

Wishing you all the best and genuinely hope you feel in a better place soon 🫶🏼

Thanks for posting this. My mental health is really bad, and I got discharged from NHS talking therapies for missing a couple of appointments due to physical health issues. It's hard to find decent resources that are free. I feel like the NHS want to give up on you as quickly as possible due to demand outweighing supply. "

That’s such a shame and seems really unfair if you couldn’t attend your talking therapy appointments because of other health issues. I agree, it often feels like the NHS want you out the door and signed off as quick as possible ☹️ You may find the following helpful as well:

National Directories:

• Hub of Hope: Database to search for local or online women's groups by entering your postcode and filtering for women-specific services.

• Mind: Offers "Side by Side," an online community open to adults.

Charities supporting women:

• Young Women’s Trust: Offers coaching, mental health resources, and additional support specifically geared toward young women aged 18 to 30.

• WISH: A national charity that provides trauma-informed support, peer connection, and advocacy for women experiencing mental health difficulties.

• For Women Cic: Provides peer-to-peer talking groups and wellbeing sessions designed by and for women.

Social groups:

• Meetup - women’s social groups around the uk - dining out, movies, dancing, drinks.

• Lonely girls club - nationwide community helping women connect and make friends

• We Got You Boo - kind girl meet ups around the uk

• Girls On The Go - creative painting workshops, book clubs, running clubs, yoga and pilates

• Ladies Circle - modern vibrant friendship group for women ages 18-45, across uk and Ireland

Hope you feel much better soon 🫶🏼🌷

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By *avidNPMan
6 days ago

manchester

Lots of great advice and help here. I’m sure you will find something out there to help you.

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By *rinceless PrincessWoman
6 days ago

UK

NHS talking therapy (in no one has suggested it already) you can self refer too.

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By *avidNPMan
6 days ago

manchester

I’d like to praise all the lovely people divining positive advice.

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By *angled up in twoCouple
6 days ago

West Mids


"Hi everyone

Am struggling with my mental health. Can anybody recommend counselling in birmingham or West Midlands. Am on low income so must be free.

Thanks in advance!"

There are few men's groups on FB. There's one that operates out of Castle Brom so depending on which side of SC you are, that may not be so far. It's not couselling,it's just guys getting together and talking about their issues but it may help.

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By *ull of PuddinWoman
4 days ago

isle of munters

Bumping

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By *sWyldWoman
4 days ago

Edinburgh

Well done for reaching out. So many wonderful resources and organisations listed here

Also consider if your employer offers an Employee Assistance Programme, there is sometimes access to in person counselling sessions via that.

If they do, don't be put off its via work, they are external organisations who don't tell your employer.

I really hope you find the support you need.

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