- How and where can I find a counsellor? Will I have to pay?
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- If you are in contact with a GP, then ask to be referred to a counsellor.
- Alternatively, Mind’s booklet Making sense of counselling has a list of useful organisations at the end that will help you find a counsellor. It is possible to get some counselling on the NHS, however in some areas there are a limited number which means that there may be a long waiting list.
- You could opt for private counselling but be aware that prices vary considerably.
- If you or someone close to you is in crisis and is strongly against involving any medical services, there may be an alternative crisis service in their area. What can I do if a friend or relative will not seek help?
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- Some people, even when experiencing severe mental distress may not ask for help and even reject any suggestion of help. Although you may be concerned, pressing them may make matters worse.
- You may need to make the decision to contact professionals, especially if you think that the person may be a danger to themselves or someone else.
- You can contact local social services to ask for a Mental Health Act assessment, which would involve two doctors and an approved mental health professional. An assessment may result in a person being taken to hospital against their will.
- How can I get assistance to remain living independently in your home?
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- Contact Ealing Council’s health and adult social care services:
- Email them at sscallcentre@ealing.gov.uk
- Call them on 020 8825 8000
- How and where can I find a counsellor? Will I have to pay?
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- If you are in contact with a GP, then ask to be referred to a counsellor.
- Alternatively, Mind’s booklet Making sense of counselling (www.mind.org.uk/) has a list of useful organisations at the end that will help you find a counsellor.
- It is possible to get some counselling on the NHS, however in some areas there are a limited number which means that there may be a long waiting list.
- You could opt for private counselling but be aware that prices vary considerably.