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Talking Therapies
for anxiety
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Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Talking Therapies is a free and confidential NHS service designed to help with common mental health problems such as stress, anxiety and depression. Anyone aged 18 years or over and registered with a GP can access support, though a GP referral is not necessary as you can self-refer.

What are talking therapies?

Talking therapies are designed to help with common mental health problems such as stress, anxiety and depression. There are lots of different types of talking therapies, but they all involve working with a trained therapist.

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How are you feeling?

If you are suffering from depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, excessive worry or low mood, then get in touch. Our experienced therapists are here to help.

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How can we help you?

We offer a variety of talking therapies and counselling services suited to your individual needs. They could include one-to-one, group and digital sessions.

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Ready to get support?

If you need support then you can self-refer today - it's quick and easy. Simply choose one of the self-refer options and let's get started.

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How we work

Referral
We accept self-referrals and referrals from GPs and health professionals.
Consultation
Once we receive your referral, a member of our team will be in touch to arrange an assessment appointment.
Therapy
If our service is right for you, we will recommend the right therapy that feels comfortable for you and get you booked in for an appointment.

FAQs

We have answered some key questions to provide a better understanding of how we work and how we can help you.

Is this service free?

Yes, this service is commissioned and funded by the NHS.

How do I know if I’m eligible for the service?

To access our talking therapies services, you need to be aged 18 years or over and registered with a GP in Nottingham or Nottinghamshire we can help you find the tools you need to get life back on track.

I haven’t been diagnosed with depression or anxiety. Can I still get support?

Yes! If you have been feeling low, worried, stressed, or anxious, we are here for you. We offer a range of therapies to suit different needs, so you don’t wait until you are feeling your worst before reaching out.

What if I need urgent help?

We are not a crisis service, so if you need urgent support, please visit our Get Urgent Help page to get contact information for organisations that can give you emergency support.

Serving Nottingham and Nottinghamshire

We provide talking therapies for adults aged 18 years or over who are registered with a GP in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

Simply self-refer to get started.

If you live outside this area, you can visit the NHS website to find your local provider.

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