Mental Health

Mental Health services in Devon are provided by Devon Partnership NHS Trust (DPT).

I need help now

Devon Partnership Trust’s First Response Service is a 24/7 crisis line. It provides advice, support and signposting for people experience mental health problems. Call the crisis line on NHS 111 (choose the mental health option).

Help is available:

  • If your mental or emotional health worsens
  • You’re in crisis or despair
  • You’re worried about someone you know

It’s important to get help quickly. You’re not alone; talk to someone you trust. Sharing a problem is often the first step to feeling better.

If you feel worried about your mental health or that of a loved one or a friend:

  • Your GP can help you get the support you need.
  • You can also visit DPT’s urgent help pages.
  • If you need to talk to someone, there is a range of services to help- including 24/7 support and self-referral.

Mental Health Matters

Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health services. They offer mental health support to anyone aged 18 and above in the Devon area. For more information visit their website at The Moorings in Devon.

Samaritans

You can contact Samaritans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by phone. You can also contact them by email, text and post.

They offer a supportive conversation around a whole range of mental health problems. This includes stress caused by isolation, financial and employment problems, and alcohol and drug dependency.

They also offer a call back and follow up calls:

Telephone free of charge on: 116 123
Email: jo@samaritans.org
Write: Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK, Chris, PO Box 90 90, Stirling, FK8 2SA

TALKWORKS

You can contact the team at TALKWORKS if you are experiencing a common mental health problem such as low mood, anxiety, stress or problems with sleep. The service is free and open to adults from the age of 18, living in Devon (outside Plymouth which is covered by Plymouth Options). One-to-one sessions with an NHS therapist or counsellor can take place face-to-face across Devon, over the phone or by video call. Self-refer by completing the online self-referral form or by calling the team on 0300 555 3344. Alternatively, book an appointment with your GP and they can make a referral on your behalf.

Children and adolescents

Please call the Single Point of Access Team on 0330 0245 321 between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. Outside of these hours, call NHS 111 and choose the mental health option.

For further information, visit:

Papyrus Prevention of Young Suicide

If you are having thoughts of suicide or are worried about a young person who might be, contact HOPELINE247. Call 0800 068 4141, text 8247, or email pat@papyrus-uk.org for confidential support and practical advice.

Services at Torbay Hospital

Torbay Hospital’s Haytor, Beech, and Salus wards are a Devon Partnership Trust service. For contact and visitor details see our visiting times page.