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Welcome to the Student Counselling and Mental Health Advice Service

We are now offering in-person sessions

 The Student Counselling & Mental Health Advice Service are now offering in-person sessions, whilst also continuing to provide access to our services via online digital platforms. You will now be able to indicate whether you would prefer in-person or remote support when signing up to the Service. If you are an ongoing user of the service, you can discuss with your Counsellor, Mental Health Adviser or Study Mentor whether a return to in-person sessions can be conducted for you.

While we will endeavour to see all students in person as quickly as possible, we will be running a reduced service due to COVID-19, so the number of in-person sessions will be limited compared to remote sessions, and you may face a longer wait to be seen in person than remotely. Please note that the Service may alter the availability of the in-person service based on changes to Government guidelines and Public Health recommendations.

 You can sign up to the Counselling Service here, and you can view our SC&MHA service Covid-19 protocol here‌

You can also contact us directly at counselling@imperial.ac.uk. Emails are being monitored Mon-Fri within the hours of 9:00 until 17:00 except during bank holidays and college closure dates. We have lots of other sources of help and support in the boxes below that you may find useful.

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Coping with anxiety & stress

Click here to learn more about the difference between Anxiety and Stress and for supportive resources.
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I need to talk to someone urgently

Click here for help and support if you are in crisis
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LGBTQIAP support and resources

Click here for advice and resources on the following:
• Talking to somebody about your Mental Health
• Looking after your Wellness
• Trans-specific Care
• Help/advice about domestic violence or hate crime
• Services for friends & family support
• Other specialist services

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University Mental Health Day 2021

BACE is a behavioural activation technique based on the evidence that we feel better when we do activities that look after our Bodies, provide us with a sense of Achievement, that brings Connection or Closeness to others or activities which we Enjoy and bring us pleasure (BACE). If we can look after the 'BACE-ics', we'll be looking after our mental health and wellbeing.

Watch the video to find out more

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Eating Disorders Awareness Week - Support and Resources

Eating disorders can affect anyone irrespective of age, gender, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity. We have put together these resources for Eating Disorders Awareness Week (1st-7th March) to support anyone who is struggling with eating issues.

Click here

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Coping with loneliness and isolation

Things can feel particularly tough if you are feeling lonely or isolated. Click here for resources and information on Side by Side, an online community run by Mind.

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Support for women

Supportive resources that will enable you to safeguard yourself and your mental health.

Click here for support

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Coping with low mood and depression

Click here for resources and practical tips and advice on what to do if you're struggling with low mood, sadness or depression.
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Coping with difficulties at home

Home isn't always the easiest place to be. If you are struggling with difficult relationships or situations at home, please do seek support from one of the services on this page.

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Coping with grief and loss

Grief can come in all forms, shapes and sizes, and everyone experiencing loss and bereavement feels differently. There is no right or normal way to grieve. Click here for support and resources.