Appointments with a mental health care professional can take place either over the phone, by online video call or in person at your GP practice. Our team may also be able visit you at home if needed.
At your first appointment we’ll ask you to talk about how you’re feeling, your symptoms and what is happening in your life that could be affecting your wellbeing.
We will listen to you and your experiences and will recommend options to help you to manage your situation and take the next steps to getting further treatment and support.
This may include things like:
- getting a therapy or counselling appointment
- being prescribed medication
- helping you connect with services available in your local community to get support with issues affecting your wellbeing such as housing, money, or relationships.
The Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Service does not replace an appointment with your doctor, so you’ll still be able to see your GP or Psychiatrist if you need to.