Mental health support
Help, support and local services for your mental health.
If you are in crisis
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999. For urgent mental health support that is not a 999 emergency:
- NHS 111 mental health line:Call 111 and select the mental health option — available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Samaritans:Call 116 123 — free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Shout:Text SHOUT to 85258 — free 24/7 text support.
Talking to your GP
If you are struggling with your mental health, your GP can help. We can talk through what you are experiencing, refer you to specialist services, or discuss medication if it is right for you. Contact us online or call 0161 357 1600 to request an appointment.
Refer yourself for talking therapies
You do not need to see a GP first to access talking therapies. You can refer yourself directly to the NHS Talking Therapies service in Greater Manchester. This service offers support for anxiety, depression, stress, and other common mental health problems.
Self-refer to NHS Talking Therapies (Greater Manchester)Local support in Oldham
Oldham Listening Space
Free emotional support and counselling for people in Oldham. Drop in or call to find out more.
Visit Oldham Listening SpaceAndy's Man Club
Free peer-to-peer support groups for men. Meets every Monday at 7pm (except Bank Holidays).
Visit Andy's Man ClubKooth
Free, safe and anonymous online mental health support for young people aged 11 to 25.
Visit KoothOnce Upon a Smile
Bereavement support for families and children in Greater Manchester.
Visit Once Upon a SmileWE (Women's Empowerment)
Support for women in Oldham affected by domestic abuse and other issues.
Visit WEMind in Oldham
Local mental health charity offering support, information and activities for people in Oldham.
Visit Mind in OldhamRelate
Counselling and support for relationships, including couples, families and individuals.
Visit RelateGreater Manchester Mental Health NHS Trust
Specialist NHS mental health services for Greater Manchester.
Visit GMMHPennine Care NHS Foundation Trust
NHS mental health and community services for Oldham and surrounding areas.
Visit Pennine CareOnline resources
Every Mind Matters
NHS advice and tools to help you look after your mental health.
Visit Every Mind MattersSamaritans
Confidential support for anyone in emotional distress. Call 116 123, free, 24 hours a day.
Visit SamaritansNot sure where to start?
Talk to us. Your GP can help you find the right support. Contact us online or call 0161 357 1600.
Page last reviewed: 2 October 2026. Next review due: October 2027.