This year, the theme for Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) is action. In 2026 MHAW coincides with the beginning on the May assessment period. So, now is the perfect time to take action for your mental health. Below are some resources available for you. The wellbeing team will also be popping up over the week across the University if you would like to learn more. You can find where we will be on the “where is the wellbeing stall” canvas page.
Togetherall – a virtual community
Togetherall uses the positive effects of healthy social networks in its community where people share with, and support one another anonymously.
It provides a proven way to get better together through peer to peer, anonymous conversation.
The service is moderated 24/7 by trained practitioners who keep members safe, and facilitate the process of people helping people in clinically managed online spaces.
The self-guided group and individual courses cover mental wellbeing and lifestyle topics. Togetherall also has a library of useful articles and resources, including helpful tests and features to track progress.
How to request therapeutic support
To request therapeutic support, you’ll need to complete a Therapeutic Services form, so our team can assess and refer you for the most appropriate support.
All our psychotherapists, counsellors and practitioners are trained in issues relevant for university students.
If you want to request support from a therapist with a specific identity such as gender, you can tell us at your assessment session and we will try to accommodate your wishes. We will also consider any accessibility needs for inclusive facilities.
My Sussex
My Sussex is your online support portal. You can get advice about anything from careers to accommodation to welfare support – all available in one easy to use place.
You’ll also:
- have access to resources 24/7
- be able to access support services and book onto events.
Find out more about My Sussex.
Disability Advice
If you feel that you are unable to perform to the best of your abilities during the A2 assessment period due to a long-term health condition, physical, or mental health difficulty, please contact the Disability Advice team directly or complete their Tell Us More form to let them know about your ongoing needs. The team may be able to make exam adjustments in advance of the future assessment periods.
If you’re in crisis
If you have reached crisis point and feel at risk of self-harm or of harm to others, call 999, visit A&E or call the Mental Health Rapid Response service (MHRRS) on 03003 040078.
You can also contact the Sussex Mental Healthline on 111, Staying well in Brighton or the Brighton and Hove Wellbeing Service (NHS) if you’re experiencing mental heath challenges or emotional difficulties.
Other sources of support include:
- Brighton, Hove and District Samaritans at Dubarry House, Newtown Road, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 6AE or call 01273 772277 (local phone rates) or freephone 11612324
- MindOut – a local mental health service run by and for LGBTQ+ people with experience of mental health issues
- Samaritans offers a safe place for you to talk about whatever’s getting to you
- SANE is a UK mental health charity who run a national, out-of-hours mental health helpline offering specialist emotional support and information to anyone affected by mental illness, including family, friends and carers
- Shout 85258 is a free, confidential, anonymous text support service. You can text from wherever you are in the UK
- Hopeline UK is a confidential support and advice service for under-35s who are experiencing thoughts of suicide or anyone concerned that a young person could be thinking about suicide
- Mind provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem
- mental wellbeing Foundation is the UK’s charity for everyone’s mental health
- Qwell - free digital mental wellbeing support for adults across the UK.