Derby and Derbyshire Talking Therapies is a confidential, NHS-funded service offering free support for common mental health challenges like low mood, stress, and anxiety. If you’re aged 16 or over and registered with a local GP, you can self-refer without needing to see your doctor.
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Talking Therapies for anxiety and depression
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What are talking therapies?
Talking therapies provide effective support for everyday mental health problems like anxiety, depression, and stress. You’ll work with trained professionals using proven therapeutic techniques tailored to your needs.
Find out moreHow are you feeling?
If you're experiencing anxiety, depression, persistent low mood, PTSD, or overwhelming worry, we’re here to help. Our skilled therapists are ready to support you.
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How can we help you?
We offer a range of therapy options – including one-to-one sessions, group therapy, and digital formats – all tailored to suit your individual needs.
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Ready to get support?
Getting help is easy. You can self-refer online today in just a few steps. Choose the option that suits you best and take that first step toward feeling better.
Find out moreOur process
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Referral
You can self-refer directly or be referred by your GP or another healthcare professional.
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Consultation
Once we receive your referral, we’ll arrange a friendly, confidential assessment to understand how best we can support you.
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Therapy
Following assessment, we’ll recommend the most appropriate therapy option, delivered by a qualified mental health professional.
FAQs
We’ve compiled answers to common questions to help you better understand how the service works and how we can support your mental wellbeing.
What are NHS Talking Therapies?
Watch our video to find out more about how we can help you and the services we offer.
Is this a free service?
Yes, our service is free to use and fully funded by the NHS.
Am I eligible for the service?
You can access Derby and Derbyshire Talking Therapies if you’re aged 16 or over and registered with a GP in Derby or Derbyshire. Once you refer yourself, we’ll arrange an initial assessment to understand how we can best support you.
How long will I wait to start therapy?
Waiting times vary depending on the therapy type, but our NHS targets are:
- 75% of people start therapy within 6 weeks of referral
- 95% start therapy within 18 weeks
What if I need urgent help?
We’re not a crisis service. If you need immediate support, please visit our Urgent Help page for emergency contact details and services that can assist you right away.
Self refer today
Self-referrals
If you’re aged 16 or over and registered with a local GP, you can self-refer by using our digital assistant pop-up, you will be guided through some questions which will take approximately 6 minutes.
This is the fastest way to access support.
GP / Professional Referrals
If you are a GP or Healthcare Professional referring a patient, please select the refer button below.
Telephone Referral
You can call us on 03330417262 to start your referral, we will then be in touch to arrange an assessment.
Our phone lines are open Monday to Thursday 8am – 7:45pm and Friday 8am – 4:30pm.
Access free digital support
Mental Health Webinars
Get free digital support with our mental health webinar series to help you with managing low mood, overcoming panic, worry management and living well with a long term condition.
Supported Online Therapy Programme
If you’re looking for free therapy online, our supported mental health programmes are completely free to use, and you can sign up while you are on the waiting list for in-person therapy.
