NHS Talking Therapies for people living in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire

One in four people will experience depression or anxiety at some point of their lives. Help is available for people whose daily lives are affected.

Talking therapies services are psychological therapy services tailored to people’s needs and include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), group approaches, couples therapy and supported self-help for people who experience anxiety, depression, panic, phobias, trauma, low self-esteem or stress 

Services also have employment advisors who can support people with common mental health problems who are in work, looking for work or returning to work.

No, they are free on the NHS.

People registered with a GP in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire can access Talking Therapies from our services for free. You can choose a provider who covers your region.

Referrals will be accepted from people aged over 18 years old.

You might choose the provider closest to your home, workplace or family. Alternatively, you may choose the service with the shortest waiting times or the widest choice of types of treatment.

Waiting times can vary month to month, by service and will depend on what type of therapy is required. They are generally between 3-5 weeks.

There are two ways to be referred:

1. Self-referral: where you access the service directly – usually by telephone, referral pack (with information about the service which may have been given to you by your GP) or online
2. GP referral: where your GP refers you to the service following a consultation

If the referral is not accepted, you and your GP will be informed, or you may be referred to an alternative, more appropriate service.

If your referral is accepted, the provider will contact you to arrange an initial assessment. 

Nottingham and Nottinghamshire have a crisis line is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to people of all ages. Tel: 0808 1963379

If you’re in a mental health crisis, call the crisis line anytime of the day or night, and we can arrange for you to speak with a mental health professional. We can also advise you about other services, which can help you.

The crisis line is operated by local health workers. Don’t worry, they will help you get the right support.

Find out more on the Nottinghamshire Healthcare website.