We’re here to raise awareness of the mental ill health struggles faced by those in the medical sector, and to develop bespoke support for healthcare professionals. You Okay, Doc? champions, but is not affiliated with any of the services or helplines below; however, we do encourage you to reach out to them if they can be of support to you.
Shout 85258 is a free, confidential text support service for anyone who is feeling overwhelmed or struggling to cope. Text YOD to 85258 for a conversation with a trained volunteer, at any time of day or night.
Panic advice and guidance
Helplines
Helplines
Courses
Therapy and Resources
Practical Advice and Guidance
Stress Support and Training
Training and resources for the industry
Wellbeing and wellness resources and material
Campaigns and resources for mental health wellbeing
Advocacy and community practical support
Wellbeing services for Doctors
Confidential support and advice helpline
Advice and guidance on stress/burnout
A confidential, not for profit, psychotherapeutic consultation service for all doctors
Hub of wellbeing support for Health Practitioners
A community of support for doctors from doctors
Doctors Advisor telephone Service run by BMA
Advice and helpline for addiction
Round-the-clock one-to-one support service for health, care, emergency and key workers from the Samaritans
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