As a small group of volunteers, we are unable to provide personalised support or guidance, at this time.
If you are looking for support, we hope you will find the following helpful:
For people at the point of crisis, this list of services (mind.org.uk) in the UK may be helpful.
If you feel you need help urgently please contact the Samaritans (samaritans.org) – who provide 24/7 crisis phone support on 116 123, or call emergency services on 999.
If you are seeking a more ongoing type of support that is non-medicalised:
- The Spiritual Crisis Network UK offers a variety of ways to connect with others who have had ‘out of the ordinary’ experiences – through personalised email support, peer-support groups, and via a Facebook page.
- For email support or to find out about in-person support groups can be found here.
- To join an online peer support group via zoom please send an email request to [email protected]
- The Hearing Voices Network offer various options for support, and do not use medicalised labels. They can be contacted here.
- Safely Held Spaces offers online peer support groups for family members and friends supporting people experiencing extreme mental and emotional distress, often diagnosed as psychosis.
- National Paranoia Network run weekly support groups in Sheffield and can be contacted at: [email protected]
For a selection of materials promoting humane, non-coercive mental health services, please see below to learn more about alternative approaches to mental health or connect with other organisations.
Books, Articles & Conferences
You’ll find a collection of books, articles, and information about conferences that focus on mental health, psychosis, and recovery. These resources are selected to offer perspectives that support the development of drug-free or minimum medication therapeutic environments. Whether you are a service user, carer, or professional, we hope these writings provide insight and practical information.
Organisations, Actions & Gatherings
If you would like to explore a wider network see of links. These external websites reflect a shared mission.