Offers short and long-term low cost counselling, CBT and psychotherapy to individuals and couples, with options for qualified or trainee counsellors. Affordable Talk are based in South Wales, but are offering online and telephone sessions during COVID-19.
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Ara Gambling Service
Ara Gambling Service provides 1:1 counselling for people experiencing problems with their own gambling or that of a family member. This service is available for people aged 18+ living in Bristol, Wales and South West England.
Mind A-Z of Mental Health
National Mind have a range of information about mental health available on their website, including tips for self care and supporting others.
Talking Money
Talking Money provide free, independent, specialist money advice to individuals and their families. This includes debt, energy debt, benefits, and income maximisation advice.
Reengage (Bristol groups)
Reengage provide social opportunities for older adults (75+) who live alone anywhere in the UK, including telephone befriending and monthly tea parties.
Filwood Hope
Filwood Hope provides the local community of Knowle West with advice and support on benefit, debt, emplyoment concerns, and housing. Listening services and advice for those over 55 are also available.
Rethink Bristol Community Support Services
Rethink’s Bristol Community Support Services work directly to help City of Bristol based people with mental health issues make a positive difference in their lives. A placement within the service can last for up to six months, either working towards a specific goal or to build confidence and create meaningful connections within the community. Referrals through a GP or Secondary Mental Health Services.
Shelter (Bristol services)
Shelter provide advice, information, support, and legal aid legal services to individuals who are experiencing issues with housing, homeless, or at risk of homelessness.
SMART Recovery
SMART Recovery promote choice in recovery from addiction through a national network of mutual aid support meetings.
SWEDA
SWEDA offer a range of services for people with eating disorders across Somerset and the surrounding areas, including counselling and support groups.