Mental Health Hub - Self-help resources
Call 111 and choose Option 2 to speak directly with a team of mental health professionals based in our health board.
The service is available for anyone with a mental health concern, or anyone who is concerned about the mental health of a loved one.
NHS 111 Option 2 runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, offering triage, support or signposting as appropriate.
Mind — for better mental health in Llanelli
Llanelli Mind is a local mental health charity. They believe no one should have to face a mental health problem alone.
They can listen, give support and advice, and help people who are stressed, depressed or in crisis.
Self-refer to Llanelli MindWhat can I do to look after my mental health and wellbeing?
We can all take simple steps to look after our mental health and wellbeing.
The Five Ways to Wellbeing sets out simple steps we can all take. You can also find practical advice from Mind, the Mental Health Foundation and Public Health Wales.
Mental health support links
Able Futures
Able Futures is a workplace mental health support service delivered by Case-UK across Wales and South West England.
It is funded by the Department for Work and Pensions to support people in employment with their mental health.
Find out more about Able FuturesSilverCloud online mental health therapy courses
People across Wales can access free online therapy without needing to go through their GP.
People aged 16 and over who are experiencing mild to moderate anxiety, depression or stress can sign up for a 12-week SilverCloud online therapy course using a smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer.
This support helps reduce barriers to accessing mental health and wellbeing support.
Sign up for SilverCloudMental health helplines
The free CALL Mental Health Helpline for Wales is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It offers confidential advice on a range of mental health matters, as well as information about support services in your local area.
Telephone: 0800 132 737
Text: text help to 81066
Website: www.callhelpline.org.uk
Children’s mental health
The following services provide mental health and wellbeing support for children and young people.
Speak to your GP
If you are feeling out of control emotionally, or are worried that you may have a mental health problem, one of the places you can go to first is your GP.
GPs can provide support through a combination of face-to-face, video and telephone consultations.
Your doctor can:
- Talk about your problems
- Check whether your problems have a physical cause
- Give you medicine for depression, anxiety and other conditions
- Refer you to an appropriate service
If you think your doctor may need more time to talk through your problems, you can ask the receptionist about arranging a longer appointment. You could also write everything down in a letter and send it to your doctor.
Active Monitoring
Some GP surgeries offer a quick referral to a service called Active Monitoring.
This service can help with issues such as anger management, depression or anxiety. It is generally weekly for 5 to 6 weeks and aims to give you tools to manage your mental health, especially if certain feelings and worries recur.