Counselling & Psychological Therapy
Whether you're facing personal challenges, mental health issues, or just need someone to talk to, professional counselling and therapy can make a significant difference. This page connects you with services offering emotional support, professional guidance, and mental health care. These resources are designed to help you or those you support through difficult times and assist with long-term emotional well-being.
If You, a Patient, or a Family Member Needs Help:
Here are some valuable contacts for counselling and psychological support:
Counselling Services: General counselling services for individuals seeking emotional support or guidance in managing life’s difficulties. These services include one-to-one therapy sessions, group therapy, and relationship counselling, tailored to meet individual needs.
Psychological Therapy: Specialist therapy services that focus on mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress. These services provide both short-term and long-term therapeutic support, using techniques such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and more.
ADFAM
Advice and information to support the families of people addicted to drugs or alcohol.
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020 3817 9410
Active Cornwall
Local sporting information for Cornwall.
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Adult Prevention Services
Available for those with health and wellbeing needs, helps self-manage and develop skills
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0300 1234 131
Age UK Cornwall
Transport, advocacy, befriending, and homecare for older people.
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01872 266388
Alcoholics Anonymous
Advice, information, and support for people with alcohol dependency.
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0800 917 7650
Aspire
Practical support for individuals living with spinal cord injury.
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020 8954 5759
Autism Helpline
Information, advice, and support for those with autism and their families.
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0808 800 4104
Bereavement Support Splash Project
Offers help and support to those who have experienced the loss of a baby.
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ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
Cornwall's website dedicated to delivering Suicide First Aid training.
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Admiral Nurse Service
Support for dementia patients who are in-patients at The Royal Cornwall Hospital.
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01872 250000
Adult Social Care, Health and Wellbeing Access Service
Provides support for health and social care in Cornwall
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0300 1234 131
Al-Anon
Support for families and friends of problem drinkers, whether the person is still drinking or not.
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0800 0086 811
Alzheimer's Society
Provides information, support, and guidance for those affected by Alzheimer's.
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0300 222 1122
Association for Post-Natal Illness (APNI)
Provides advice and counselling for those suffering from post-natal depression.
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020 7386 0868
Beat
Provides helplines for adults and young people offering support for eating disorders.
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0808 801 0677
Bosence Farm Community
Temporary supported housing for people recovering from drug/alcohol dependence.
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01736 850006