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Wellbeing and Counselling

Your wellbeing is just as important as the academic side of university life. Wellbeing and Counselling are here to help you succeed in your studies and in your life by giving tips for taking care of yourself, teaching you ways of managing your wellbeing and providing information on how to look out for your peers too.

If you’re considering studying with us, you can find more relevant information on Wellbeing information for prospective and new students.

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Your wellbeing, mental health and counselling

Here you can access tips for general wellbeing, mental health and issues you may be facing, information on how to book an appointment with a Wellbeing Advisor, as well information about counselling services that are available and our online self-referral form.

Opportunities and Events

Winter Wellbeing and Nature Connection

The winter months can be tough. Connecting to nature more often at this time of year is a powerful tool for improving your wellbeing. Join us for Taster Days at RHS Bridgewater on Friday 14 November and Friday 12 December from 10:00 - 15:00. 

You'll have the opportunity to explore the green spaces, try deep oxygen breathing, get creative, and make new connections. Be sure to dress for wet weather and pack a lunch. Please email wellbeing@salford.ac.uk to reserve your place.

Additional support

To discuss your specific support needs we recommend that you book in with Wellbeing or Counselling by completing the online self-referral form.

If you are unable to complete the form, contact wellbeing@salford.ac.uk or call +44 (0)161 295 5000.

You can also Meet the team on the Student Hub.

Online self-referral form

Urgent support

If you are concerned about the immediate wellbeing and welfare for either yourself or a fellow student, then you can find the relevant support on concerns including violence, suicide and any other immediate risks to individuals.

Free 24/7 counselling phone line

Access free and confidential counselling through the HealthHero phone line available 24 hours a day, seven days a week: +44 (0)800 970 1080.

Self-help resources

Whatever issue you are facing, we want to help. If you’re unsure whether you wish to speak with us, there are a range of self-help resources which may help you gain clarity on your situation and decide what to do next.

NHS Mental Health Service

If you’re looking for help outside of university, the NHS offer a comprehensive mental health service that allows you to access urgent support and provides information on anxiety and stress and specific mental health conditions. They also provide self-help resources and advice on all forms of treatment for mental health conditions.

Wellbeing information for prospective and new students

If you have any worries about your mental health before starting your course, we can explore a range of different support options with you, such as positive coping techniques, therapeutic options and more. We can also help support you with transferring your mental health care provider to the Greater Manchester area.

We also welcome any queries from prospective students or staff from sixth form or colleges about how we may be able to support their students.