Mental Health Support
Student Mental Health, Counselling & Therapies Service
If you’re worried about your mental health, or need support, our Student Mental Health, Counselling & Therapies Service can help. Qualified counsellors and mental health professionals are here to help you decide which options are best for you, and get you on the right track.
Visit our mental health pages.
Events and workshops
Student Mental Health, Counselling & Therapies Service offers a range of online support sessions on a regular basis, including regular sessions for BME students and sessions that respond directly to global events.
Are exams affecting your health?
If your exams are affecting your mental health, contact Student Mental Health, Counselling and Therapies Service. If your physical health is affected, contact the University Health Service or your GP.
World Mental Health Day - 10th October 2023
World Mental Health Day (10 October) is a chance to talk about mental health in general, how we need to look after it, and how important it is to talk about things and get help if you are struggling.
Help is available if you need support with your mental health at any point during your time at Sheffield:
Wellbeing Service - for if you’re feeling down, overwhelmed or struggling with student life
Book a one-to-one appointment with a wellbeing advisor in your faculty
Student Space
Support through the uncertainty of student life. Student Space offers advice, information and support for any challenges university life may offer. Whether you are just beginning your degree, or preparing to graduate, Student Space can help:
University Health Service
The University Health Service is a National Health Service GP practice for students and their families.
You can register with UHS during your course registration or anytime via the link below.
You can book appointments over the phone or via their website below.
If you’re unable to book an appointment and have urgent clinical needs, please phone the UHS reception team who can put you in contact with a Nurse Practitioner.
You can find more information about their services on the web page below.
Contact
Tel: 0114 222 2100
Location: 53 Gell Street, Sheffield, S3 7QP
Email: sheccg.universityhealthservice@nhs.net
UHS staff won’t share your information with other University departments without your consent.
Student Wellbeing Service
If you’re feeling down, overwhelmed or struggling to adjust to student life, our Student Wellbeing Service can offer tailored one-to-one support to help you manage and make sense of what you’re experiencing.
Your Faculty Wellbeing Advisor can assist you in improving your wellbeing and help you get back on track by:
providing a confidential space for you to explore and understand your difficulties
offering guidance, practical advice, interventions and self-help techniques
signpost you to other relevant support services
be a supportive friendly face to check in with throughout your time at university
All of our Wellbeing Advisors are experienced professionals in supporting your wellbeing needs.
Please visit the page below for more information and to book an appointment.
Wellbeing and Meditation Apps
You may find it useful to also use one or a variety of wellness apps that are available and easily accessible. Apps such as Headspace and Happify can help create some breathing room and space for reflection. There are many more available.
These apps can be effective for dealing with stress and anxiety. However, if you feel you are developing more serious mental health problems, these apps should not be used as a substitute for the services the university provides. If you need to reach out, we are here to help.