Useful Links
There are a number of good support services out there should you need someone to speak to. Here are some useful links that can help:
BACP- It’s good to talk
Information about talking therapies, how to find a therapist and what to expect from counselling.
http://www.itsgoodtotalk.org.uk
The Samaritans
Providing 24 hours a day confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress, despair or suicidal thoughts.
https://www.samaritans.org/branches?circle%5Blocation%5D=devon
Intercom Trust
An LGBT charity and advocacy organisation, supporting people across Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and the wider South West with LGBT issues.
Free Helpline: 0800 612 3010
https://www.intercomtrust.org.uk/
Combat Stress
The veterans’ mental health charity. Providing free specialist clinical treatment and support for ex servicemen and women
http://www.combatstress.org.uk
It’s All About You Wellbeing
A resource for the LGTQ+ communities of South West England, as well as their families and friends, and the therapy and wellbeing practitioners working with them.
http://www.itsallaboutyouwellbeing.com
The Margaret Jackson Centre
Providing low cost face to face counselling in Exeter.
Iron Mill Counselling Service
Iron Mill Counselling Service is a not-for-profit initiative which tries to make counselling more accessible to everyone by making it more affordable.
https://www.ironmill.co.uk/page/116#
Pete’s Dragons
With a team who have experienced the aftermath first-hand, Pete’s Dragons supports those who are impacted by suicide within Devon and North Somerset.
https://www.petesdragons.org.uk/
National Lesbian Gay, Bisexual and Trans Domestic Abuse Helpline.
The helpline gives support and advice to anyone who has experienced domestic abuse.
Open Monday to Friday 10am-5pm, Wednesday to Thursday 10am-8pm.
Call 0800 999 5428.
Devon Rape Crisis and Sexual Abuse Services
Offers confidential, professional support to survivors of rape, sexual assault and childhood sexual abuse.
http://www.devonrapecrisis.org.uk/
Relate
Provides relationship support across the UK, helping people of all ages, backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities.
Cruse Bereavement Care
Offers confidential support to children, young people and adults when someone dies. Also provides training and consultancy to external organisations and those working with the bereaved.
