Mental health services and support for adults

Support for females

Local supports

C2C Social Action

C2C Social Action works with individuals at any stage of the criminal justice system, across Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes.

We support, inspire and motivate them to move forward with their lives, and contribute positively to society. We work with women and men on projects in Northampton in Milton Keynes and women in Kettering.

Find out more about C2C Social Action.

DOSTIYO Asian Women and Girls Organisation

We offer the most comprehensive advice and support services for Asian women who are struggling with domestic or any kind of social issues in their lives

Find out more about Dostiyo Asian Women and Girls Organisation.

Northamptonshire Mind Welcoming Womens Group

Join "Welcoming Women" for brunch, conversation, and support. Connect with a fun and supportive group of women to discuss your experiences, self-care tips, and build lasting friendships. 

This safe and welcoming space is for women new to our service looking to connect, whether you're dealing with mental health issues or just need a listening ear.

Find local groups on the Northamptonshire Mind website.

Northampton Men's Shed 

Men’s Sheds are kitted out community spaces where men can enjoy practical hobbies. They are about making friends, learning and sharing skills. Many guys come just for the tea and banter.

This is suitable for both men and women.

Find A Shed - UKMSA

Space2TALK

Space2TALK provide peer support for members of the community experiencing issues with their mental health. Talking about worries or concerns is fundamental to our well-being, but it can be challenging to open up to our nearest and dearest friends and work colleagues.

This is where peer support can help. Space2TALK host drop-in meetings, activities and wellness walks. The groups are informal and simply provide the space for people to meet and chat or just have time-out.

Visit the Space2Talk website.

Women-only sports activities in Northamptonshire 

For many women, safety is a concern when swimming in mixed-gender spaces. Female-only swimming sessions provide a safe and comfortable environment where women can swim and exercise without feeling vulnerable or exposed.

Find women-only activities on the Northamptonshire Sport website.

National supports

National Domestic Abuse Helpline

This freephone 24 hour helpline, run in partnership between Women's Aid and Refuge, is a national service for women experiencing domestic violence. The helpline can give support, help and information over the telephone. 

Visit the National Domestic Abuse Helpline website.

Women and Girls Network

Offers immediate, free and confidential specialist emotional support for women and girls who have experienced recent or historic sexual violence and abuse. 

Also provides information and signposts to sources of advice about the legal, housing, medical and benefits systems. An advice line is also open to professionals who need support on cases related to gendered violence.

Visit the Women and Girls Network website.

Refuge

UK charity providing specialist support for women and children experiencing domestic violence. Runs a range of specialist services to help survivors access safety and rebuild their lives. 

Creates bespoke support plans. Services include refuges providing emergency temporary accommodation; outreach workers that support women in the community; independent advocacy; culturally-specific services and gender-based violence services.

Visit the Refuge website.

Women's Aid

National charity working to end domestic abuse against women and children. Live chat helpline and survivor’s forum, information and support including refuge accomodation, downloadable resources including survivor’s handbook.

Visit the Women's Aid website.

British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS)

We are an independent healthcare charity which for more than 55 years, has been advocating and caring for women and couples who decide to end a pregnancy.

Visit the BPAS website.

Family Planning Association

Provides straightforward information, advice and support to all people across the UK on all aspects of sexual health, sex and relationships

Visit the Family Planning Association website.

Wish

Women’s mental health charity that provides independent advocacy and emotional support through the mental health and criminal justice systems

HOME - Standing together for women's mental health

Daisy Network

Daisy Network is dedicated to providing information, support, and community for women diagnosed with Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI). We are the only UK charity solely focused on POI, offering medical and psychological support while advancing research into treatments and causes

Visit the Daisy Network website.

National Association for Premenstrual Syndromes (NAPS)

We exist to provide information advice and support to Premenstrual Syndromes (PMS) sufferers and their families with the express purpose of the condition being successfully managed.

NAPS also works to promote a better understanding of both PMS and its treatment by the medical profession and supports/encourages research where appropriate

Visit the NAPS website.

Menopause Matters

Menopause Matters is an award winning, independent website providing up-to-date, accurate information about the menopause, menopausal symptoms and treatment options. 

Here you will find information on what happens leading up to, during and after the menopause, what the consequences can be, what you can do to help and what treatments are available.

Visit the Menopause Matters website.

Women's Health Concern

Provides an independent service to advise, reassure and educate women of all ages about their health, wellbeing and lifestyle concerns.

Visit the Women's Health Concern website.

Endometriosis UK

A charity committed to providing much-needed support and information for anyone affected by the endometriosis.

Visit the Endometriosis UK website.

Fertility Network UK

Over 3.5 million people in the UK go through some kind of fertility challenge. Nobody should struggle alone. Whether you’re trying to conceive, going through treatment, or living without children, we’re here to help you.

Visit the Fertility Network website.

Bloody Good Period

We give period products to those who can’t afford them and provide reproductive health education to those less likely to access it. And we help everybody talk about periods! We are proudly inclusive of everyone who menstruates.

Visit the Bloody Good Period website.

Women in Sport

A charity working to empower women in sport and to get active, for health, longevity and mental fortitude.

Visit the Women in Sport website.

Imkaan

We are the UK’s only national feminist umbrella organisation dedicated to addressing violence against Black and minoritised women and girls.

Visit the Imkaan website.

Last updated 14 August 2025