Useful Links


British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)
The British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) is a membership organisation and a registered charity that sets standards for therapeutic practice and provides information for therapists, clients of therapy, and the general public.

For further information on BACP, visit their homepage at www.bacp.co.uk


Data Protection Act
The Data Protection Act controls how your personal information is used by organisations, businesses or the government. Everyone responsible for using data has to follow strict rules called ‘data protection principles’.

You can find out more about the Data Protection Act at www.gov.uk


Samaritans
The Samaritans offer a free helpline, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Talk to them any time you like, in your own way, and off the record – about whatever’s getting to you.

For further information, visit www.samaritans.org


Mind
Mind is a UK mental health charity, providing advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem.

Visit their website at www.mind.org.uk


Leicestershire NHS: Crisis Resolution
The Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team endeavours to provide a rapid assessment for those people who are experiencing a mental health crisis of such severity that without the intervention of the team, a hospital admission would be required.

For more information, visit www.leicspart.nhs.uk


Addiction: Turning Point
Turning Point work with anyone who is affected by drugs or alcohol and wants support to make change. They offer a variety of treatment options and will support you to find the right treatment for you.

For further information, visit www.turning-point.co.uk


Leicestershire Adult Eating Disorder Service
Leicestershire Adult Eating Disorder Service is part of Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust. The Trust provides a range of mental health, community health and learning disabilities services to over 1 million people across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

For further information, visit www.leicestereatingdisorders.co.uk