Mental health

Most mental health problems are usually treated by GPs in primary care. They may suggest some form of self help using local resources, perhaps through exercise therapy or finding out more information about your condition. 

The GP’s will also have a wide range of counselling and advice programmes that they may refer you to. 

Other support programmes are also available from local voluntary organisations like MIND and self help groups.

You can also find information in the Mental Health Resource Directory in your local library or use this link for Counsellors and Psychotherapists in Northamptonshire.

People with more critical mental health problems may be referred by their GP to the local Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) or to other services provided by the Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust in partnership with Adult Social Services, Northampton County Council.

Useful Links

• MIND The leading mental health charity in England and Wales. It provides a wide range of information on mental health issues, including diagnoses, interventions and treatments.

• Users Support Service USS is an independent registered charity providing Advocacy and facilitating Service-user involvement in Mental Health services within Northamptonshire.