Urgent mental health support

Mental Health Number

Call 0800 448 0828, open 24/7 for support for your mental health needs. You can also text the mental health team on 07480 633531 (open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm).

Visit the Mental Health Number website.

Samaritans

Call 116 123, open 24/7 if you need someone to talk to, who won't judge or tell you what to do.

Visit the Samaritans helpline website.

Shout: text support

Shout is a free, confidential and anonymous service, designed to provide people with in-the-moment support. 

Text the word IMATTER to 85258 to be connected to a trained Shout Volunteer.

The service is open to all, 24/7, and can help with issues such as anxiety, stress, loneliness, depression and suicidal thoughts.

Urgent Care and Assessment Team

Call 0300 111 1005 (North Northamptonshire) or 0300 111 1004 (South Northamptonshire), open 24/7, to ensure a responsive assessment is provided by a multi-disciplinary team.

Visit the Urgent Care and Assessment Team website.

Childline

Call 0800 1111, open 24/7, for emotional support.

Alternatively, access the 1-2-1 counsellor online chat on the Childline website.

Children and Young People's Mental Health Services (CYPMHS) Crisis Team

Call 0800 170 7055, open 24/7, if you are in a crisis, at risk of self-harm or suicide.

Visit the CYPMHS Crisis Team website.

Support by text: Shout textline

Text IMATTER or SHOUT to 85258, open 24/7, for text support for young people across the UK experiencing a mental health crisis.

Visit the Shout website.

NHS CATTS

Call 0800 448 0828, open 24/7, for crisis and telephone support, for people known to Northamptonshire mental health services.

Visit the NHS CATTS website.

Serenity Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC)

Call 01604 601713, open 24/7, for urgent support and advice, for anyone who has been raped or sexually assaulted.

Visit the SARC website.

Local support

Most of the groups below are for men, some are for both men and women aged. All of the groups that are listed are suitable for aged 18 and over.

Andy's Man Club

Andys Man Club are a men’s suicide prevention charity, offering free to attend peer-to-peer support groups across the United Kingdom and online. We want to end the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and help men through the power of conversation. #ITSOKAYTOTALK

Free to attend

Burton Brotherhood Men’s Group

This is a group for men, we will have healthy discussions, learn ways to manage emotions, keep our bodies and minds healthy. This is a place to meet new people, make friends and grow as men, fathers and partners. 

For more information please see: 

• The Brotherhood (has local groups across Northamptonshire). There will be a slight cost to attend.

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.

Northamptonshire Mind Men’s Group

Connect with other men who understand what you're going through in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Share your experiences, receive support, and gain valuable insights into better managing your mental health.

See their website Northamptonshire Mind Men's Group for more information or email: [email protected] for more information.

Daventry Mind Male Group

Connect with other men who understand what you're going through in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Share your experiences, receive support, and gain valuable insights into better managing your mental health.

See their website Northamptonshire Mind Men's Group for more information or email: [email protected] for more information.

https://www.northamptonshiremind.org.uk/group-work-and-peer-support

Tree Fellas 

Tree Fellas is on 10am to midday on the third Saturday of each month at Irchester Country Park. Participants take part in sessions including woodworking, fire-lighting and arts and crafts.

Email [email protected] for more information.

SENDS 4 Dad

SENDS 4 Dad is a support group for Dads and male carers who have a son or daughter with special educational needs and/or a disability. These do not have to be diagnosed and are also regardless of age. To contact this support group, please email [email protected].

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.

National support

Men Who Talk

Men Who Talk groups are social spaces, designed to create an online community of men talking and sharing their experiences. We welcome men of all types to the groups, whether they’re interested in joining to share their own experiences, hear the experiences of others, or just want a community they can be part of. 

Men’s Advice Line Information Hub

There are a range of services available for men who have been affected by domestic abuse that support you to receive emotional and practical help, understand your rights and options and safely leave an abusive relationship.

Please see their website for further information: Respect Men's advice line.

Man Up?

MANUP? are proud to be the only men’s mental health charity funding groundbreaking research by Dr. Susie Bennett at Glasgow University, focusing on why men are struggling with mental health issues. Beyond research, they provide free therapy group sessions for any man in need - always without charge.

The Man Cave

The Man Cave UK is a Mental Health support group focused on providing a safe and supportive space for men to openly discuss their mental health, share experiences, and seek help when needed. Email [email protected] for more information and support.

Local Support Groups in and around Northamptonshire.

Mentell

Mentell is a UK charity that provides groups for males aged 18+ to talk in a safe and confidential space, free from advice and judgement.

The Man Kind Project 

The Man Kind Project is a registered UK charity who have been helping men to establish and pursue their own life purpose and nurture their emotional well-being for over 3 decades.

SafeLine

Provide dedicated services for male survivors of sexual violence (men and boys) and those who support them living in England and Wales.

Please see:

• National Male Survivor Helpline
• telephone: 0808 800 5005 Mon: 9am to 7pm or Tues to Thurs: 9am to 5pm and Fri: 9am to 4pm.

BEAT: Eating Disorders

BEAT provides Helplines for people of all ages, offering support and information about eating disorders no matter where you are in your journey. These Helplines are free to call from all phones.

• telephone: 0808 801 0677 (open 3pm to 8pm Monday to Friday)
• email: [email protected]

CALM: Campaign Against Living Miserably

CALM’s vision is that no one feels like suicide is their only option. But right now, too many people are struggling to see a way forward. That’s why we are here to help anyone struggling with life - and provide everyone with the skills to help prevent suicide.

• telephone: 0800 58 58 58:  (open 5pm to midnight everyday)