Wellbeing Wednesday – 7 October 2026
Settling into University life is incredibly exciting, but it can also be challenging. So, with World Mental Health Day approaching on Saturday 10 October, we’re looking at what support is available to you at UoB.
- University support
- Community support
- Urgent support
University support
There are plenty of ways you can get in touch with us and find the support you need:
- UBHeard: 24/7 mental health support line with trained professionals – available anytime.
- Mental Health & Wellbeing Service: Offers up to 5 sessions of therapeutic support (in-person or online) with a counsellor or Psychological Practitioner.
- Talking Space @ UoB: For all students, a space to talk about any worries. No appointment needed.
- Report + Support: Specialist support is available if you've experienced inappropriate behaviour.
- Better Than Well: Support for students who are in recovery from any form of addiction
- Multi-faith Chaplaincy: Inclusive space for prayer, meditation, relaxation and worship.
We’re here for you, whatever you’re experiencing. Explore our services at Time to Talk?
Community support
There is also specialist support available from professional external services:
- Your GP can offer guidance, treatment options, or referrals for mental health support.
- NHS Talking Therapies – Free, self-referral services such as Birmingham Healthy Minds and Living Well Consortium.
- Grounded, Selly Oak – A local café with free wellbeing events with Living Well Consortium on site.
Urgent and crisis support
If you're in distress and need immediate support, the following services are available to help:
- Samaritans: Always available to listen confidentially and without judgement. Call 116 123 for free, 24/7.
- Birmingham Mind Talking Space: In-person crisis support at any of the four locations across Birmingham.
- SPACE: If you prefer not to speak, text ‘Shout’ to 85258 to be connected to a mental health professional anytime, anywhere, for free mental health text support.
- NHS 111: For urgent mental health support, visit 111 online or call 111 and select the mental health option.
If you feel you cannot keep yourself safe, please call 999.
Your College Wellbeing Team are here to help