Mental health information

When you’re living with a mental health problem, or supporting someone who is, having access to the right information about a condition, treatment options, or practical issues, is vital.

National Mind information and support

National Mind have a wide range of information resources including types of mental health problems, drugs and treatments, helping someone else, legal rights and an A-Z of Mental Health.

Visit national Mind's information and support page (opens in a new window)

Side by Side

Side by Side is a supportive online community where you can feel at home talking about your mental health and connect with others who understand what you are going through.

We all know what it's like to struggle sometimes, but now there's a safe place to listen, share and be heard. Whether you're feeling good right now, or having a hard time, it's a safe place to share experiences and listen to others. The community is available to all, 24/7.

Side by Side is moderated daily from 8.30am to midnight.

Sign up to Side by Side (opens in a new window)

Mindline Trans+ national helpline

Mindline Trans+, national helpline for people who identify as Trans, non-binary & their friends and families.

Open every Monday & Friday 8pm-Midnight

Call 0300 330 5468

MindLine Trans+ is a confidential emotional, mental health support helpline and signposting service for people who identify as Transgender, Agender, Gender Fluid and Non-binary. They provide a safe place to talk about your feelings confidentially. They don’t record calls nor ask for any personal details.

Mindout

MindOut are an LGBTQ mental health charity based in Brighton. They offer a free online service specifically for LGBTQ people and can be accessed from anywhere in the UK or abroad.

People make contact for emotional support when other services are not open, when they are not able to access LGBTQ support in their local area or if they just need to chat to someone when they are going through a difficult time.

Their trained online support workers are also able to signpost people to support they may not know is out there for them.

Their service is anonymous and confidential which is important for those who may not be out as LGBTQ.

Visit MindOut's Online Service (opens in a new window)

Latest

BBO Herts Youth Futures Youth Mentor – Mental Health

We have a great opportunity for the role of BBO Herts Youth Futures Youth Mentor – Mental Health.
Crisis Café Coordinator

We have a great opportunity for two Crisis Café Coordinators to join our crisis service.
Volunteer Secretary to the Board

We are looking for a Volunteer Secretary for the Board to fulfil the administrative requirements to support the Board.
Wellbeing Connector (Borehamwood)

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a highly skilled Wellbeing Connector based in Borehamwood.

Accessing our services

To access our services you can refer yourself, or through a range of agencies including through your GP, Mental Health Services and Social Services.
About us

We deliver essential mental health support in Hertfordshire, providing a diverse range of services from our seven Wellbeing Centres and other venues across all ten districts of the county.
Counselling

Our respected "Let's Talk Counselling" service is available at all our Wellbeing Centres. Our counsellors are highly trained and experienced.
Areas we cover
Counselling placements

We are looking for Volunteer Counsellors to join our innovative Let's Talk Counselling Service.
Volunteer with us
NightLight Crisis Service

NightLight is a countywide out of hours crisis service for people who are feeling distressed and experiencing a crisis. We are open on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday nights from 7pm-2am, every week of the year.
Our leadership team

Hertfordshire Mind Network employs around 80 members of staff and 100+ volunteers throughout the county. Leading this group is a qualified and experienced team who are responsible for looking after the day-to-day operation of the organisation
Need help now?

If you are feeling distressed or have concerns for your wellbeing and need to talk to someone, contact your GP or call any of these numbers.
Our trustees

Our Board of Trustees are experienced men and women from various backgrounds. They are responsible for the governance of Hertfordshire Mind Network and offer their time to the charity on a voluntary basis. They appoint a CEO to manage the day-to-day activities of the organisation, who reports to them at meetings at least four times per year.