My Mental Health

Useful Links

If you or somebody else is in a life-threating situation, experiencing a crisis or in severe distress, please call 999. 

You may also contact Campus Security by calling +44 (0) 141 330 444. 

If you need to talk to someone now, call The Samaritans on 116 123.

Useful Links

I want to access support online

The Big White Wall

You can access free peer and professional mental health support online by joining The Big White Wall. 

Self-Help Resources

The University provides a library of information and resources to help you look after your mental health.

I want to speak to someone

One-off Counselling Consultations

If you would like to speak to a University Counsellor you can book a one-off 50 minute consultation.

Appointments become available at 09:00 on the day and are allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Consultations are also available in Mandarin.

  • Book a one-off consultation online

Blocks of Counselling Sessions

If you would like to speak to a University Counsellor over a more extended period of time, you can register for a block of counselling sessions.

Be aware that during term time you may wait up to three months for your initial assessment appointment.

  • Find out more and register for a block of counselling sessions online

Peer Support

Peer Supporters are trained students who provide a listening ear to their peers, and offer confidential emotional and practical support. 

There are currently Peer Support programmes in:

Find out more about Peer Support.

I want to access help outside of the University

External Counselling & Support Services

You can find a directory of counselling & support services available beyond the University here: