Mental Health
Support and Treatment (UK & Worldwide Version)
Mental health
care involves different kinds of support: therapy, medication, community
services, and peer support. Treatment is usually tailored to what works best
for each person.
✅ Types of
Psychotherapy (Talk Therapy)
Cognitive Behavioral
Therapy (CBT)
Helps people
identify and change negative thoughts and behavioral patterns.
Widely used
for depression, anxiety, OCD, and phobias.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
A type of CBT
that focuses on emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
Often used to
support people with Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD, or self-harming behaviors.
Interpersonal
Therapy (IPT)
Helps improve
communication and relationships that may be affecting mental health.
Common for
depression, grief, and conflict issues.
Psychodynamic
Therapy
Explores how
early life experiences affect current thoughts and behaviour.
Encourages
insight and self-reflection.
Supportive
Counselling
Offers empathy
and emotional support.
Helps build
coping strategies and reduce isolation.
Eye Movement Desensitization
and Reprocessing (EMDR)
A trauma
therapy using guided eye movements to help reprocess distressing memories.
Often used for
PTSD and trauma recovery.
💊 Other Mental
Health Support Options
Medication
Prescribed by
GPs or psychiatrists.
May include
antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, or anxiety medication.
Often used
alongside therapy.
Peer Support
Groups
Community-led
or charity-based groups for people with shared experiences.
Reduce stigma
and offer understanding and encouragement.
Examples: Mind,
Rethink Mental Illness, Bipolar UK, Hearing Voices Network, Anxiety UK.
Community
Mental Health Teams (CMHTs)
Offer
coordinated care from nurses, social workers, psychologists, and psychiatrists.
Support people
with severe or long-term mental illness.
Voluntary and
Charity Organisations
Provide
helplines, drop-in centres, advocacy, supported housing, and more.
UK examples: Mind,
Samaritans, CALM, YoungMinds, Shout 85258.
Self-Care and
Lifestyle Support
Includes:
Regular sleep
and exercise
Eating well
Reducing
alcohol or substance use
Practicing
gratitude, relaxation, or mindfulness
Self-help
books, apps, and online tools can also support well-being.
🌍 International
and UK Helplines & Resources
United Kingdom
Samaritans – 📞 116 123
(24/7, free)
Mind – 🌐 www.mind.org.uk
YoungMinds – 📞 Text YM to
85258 (for under 25s)
SHOUT – 📱 Text SHOUT to
85258 (crisis text support)
NHS 111 – 📞 for urgent
mental health help
United States
988 Suicide
& Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988 (24/7)
NAMI (National
Alliance on Mental Illness) – 🌐 www.nami.org
SAMHSA
Helpline – 📞 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Global /
Worldwide
Befrienders
Worldwide – 🌐 www.befrienders.org
Offers
emotional support in many countries
Mental Health
Innovation Network – 🌐 www.mhinnovation.net
WHO Mental
Health Resources – 🌐 www.who.int/mental_health
📍Getting
Support
Speak to a GP
or doctor for assessment and referrals.
Find a therapist
through health services, charities, or private practice.
Reach out to support
organizations and community services.
Take small
steps – it’s okay to ask for help.
Mental Health
Support and Treatment
Mental health
support involves psychotherapy, medication, support groups, and community
resources. The right combination depends on each person’s needs.
Types of
Psychotherapy (Talk Therapy)
Psychotherapy
helps people understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Different
types include:
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Focuses on
identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors.
Useful for
depression, anxiety, phobias, and more.
Dialectical
Behavior Therapy (DBT)
A form of CBT
designed to manage intense emotions.
Commonly used
for borderline personality disorder and PTSD.
Interpersonal
Therapy (IPT)
Focuses on
improving relationships and communication skills.
Helps with
depression, grief, and social conflict.
Psychodynamic
Therapy
Explores how
past experiences affect current behavior.
Aims to
increase self-awareness and resolve internal conflicts.
Supportive
Therapy
Offers
emotional support and encouragement.
Helps build
coping strategies in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Eye Movement
Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
A
trauma-focused therapy using guided eye movements to reprocess traumatic
memories.
Other Support
Options
Medication
Antidepressants,
antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, or anti-anxiety medications may help balance
brain chemistry.
Often combined
with therapy for best results.
Support Groups
Peer-led or
professionally facilitated.
Provide a safe
space to share experiences and learn from others.
Community
Support Services
May include
case management, housing support, employment help, and day programs.
Offered
through mental health organizations, clinics, or local governments.
Self-Care and
Lifestyle Support
Regular sleep,
exercise, healthy eating, and stress management are essential.
Positive
activities, gratitude, and mindfulness can support recovery.
Finding Help
and Resources
SAMHSA's
National Helpline
📞
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Free,
confidential support for mental health and substance use issues.
Available 24/7
in English and Spanish.
988 Suicide
& Crisis Lifeline
📞 Call or text
988
Free, 24/7
support for anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis.
Confidential
and available across the U.S.
NAMI (National
Alliance on Mental Illness)
Offers
education, advocacy, and support for people and families affected by mental
illness.
Local chapters
provide groups and resources.
🧠 Mental Health
Support and Treatment (UK & Worldwide Version)
Mental health
care involves different kinds of support: therapy, medication, community
services, and peer support. Treatment is usually tailored to what works best
for each person.
✅ Types of
Psychotherapy (Talk Therapy)
Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Helps people
identify and change negative thoughts and behaviour patterns.
Widely used
for depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias.
Dialectical
Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
A type of CBT
that focuses on emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
Often used to
support people with Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD, or self-harming
behaviours.
Interpersonal
Therapy (IPT)
Helps improve
communication and relationships that may be affecting mental health.
Common for
depression, grief, and conflict issues.
Psychodynamic
Therapy
Explores how
early life experiences affect current thoughts and behaviour.
Encourages
insight and self-reflection.
Supportive
Counselling
Offers empathy
and emotional support.
Helps build
coping strategies and reduce isolation.
Eye Movement
Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
A trauma
therapy using guided eye movements to help reprocess distressing memories.
Often used for
PTSD and trauma recovery.
💊 Other Mental
Health Support Options
Medication
Prescribed by
GPs or psychiatrists.
May include
antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilisers, or anxiety medication.
Often used
alongside therapy.
Peer Support
Groups
Community-led
or charity-based groups for people with shared experiences.
Reduce stigma
and offer understanding and encouragement.
Examples: Mind,
Rethink Mental Illness, Bipolar UK, Hearing Voices Network, Anxiety UK.
Community
Mental Health Teams (CMHTs)
Offer
coordinated care from nurses, social workers, psychologists, and psychiatrists.
Support people
with severe or long-term mental illness.
Voluntary and
Charity Organisations
Provide
helplines, drop-in centres, advocacy, supported housing, and more.
UK examples: Mind,
Samaritans, CALM, YoungMinds, Shout 85258.
Self-Care and
Lifestyle Support
Includes:
Regular sleep
and exercise
Eating well
Reducing
alcohol or substance use
Practicing
gratitude, relaxation, or mindfulness
Self-help
books, apps, and online tools can also support well-being.
🌍 International
and UK Helplines & Resources
United Kingdom
Samaritans – 📞 116 123
(24/7, free)
Mind – 🌐 www.mind.org.uk
YoungMinds – 📞 Text YM to
85258 (for under 25s)
SHOUT – 📱 Text SHOUT to
85258 (crisis text support)
NHS 111 – 📞 for urgent
mental health help
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