Access Mental Health Support in East Lothian
You can now GO DIRECT and self-refer into East Lothian Mental Health Services and talk to trained professionals for information and advice.
The East Lothian Mental Health Support Line is open Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm.
0300 790 6292
One number, multiple services
What happens when you call?
- When you call the East Lothian Mental Health Support Line, you will be asked for your contact details and/or who you are calling on behalf of.
You can then choose to have a same-day call back that morning or afternoon.
- When an experienced Mental Health Clinican calls you back, they will ask you for some background information, the nature of your concerns, and if you / the individual of concern is currently receiving any current treatment.
- Following their assessment, they will make suggestions and or recommendations of support services to support you. You may be signposted or referred onto one of East Lothian Mental Health Support Teams, or to an alternative health and social care or community based service that will be best suited to support your needs.
Our goal is to ensure that you receive the Right Care in the Right Place!
East Lothian Mental Health Services
- CWIC Mental Health
- Distress Brief Intervention Service
- Community Mental Health Services
- Older Adults Mental Health
- Intensive Home Treatment Service / In-patient Services
What service-users say about East Lothian Mental Health Services:
- 'So grateful to receive a same day call back.'
- 'Really approachable and caring staff.'
- 'I can't begin to thank you enough; I feel like I know what to do now.'
You may also be directed to:
- GP / Primary Care Services
- Physiotherapy / Occupational Therapy
- Mental Health Social Work Services
- Substance Use Support
- Third Sector / Community Support Networks
Out of hours support
- NHS 24 Tel: 111
- Samaritans Tel: 116123
- Breathing Space (2pm-6am) Tel: 0800 838 587
- CALM (5pm-midnight) Tel: 0800 585 858