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Where to go for help
If you've been affected by any of the content in this toolkit, please contact your GP or discuss
with your stoma nurse in your next appointment. They'll help you access the right support,
so you can deal with any problems you might be experiencing.
Counselling support
Counselling Directory
A directory of counsellors in the UK with a wide range of specialisms – including alcohol/drug
addiction, OCD and anxiety.
Crisis support
counselling-directory.org.uk
If you need more urgent support, please contact the crisis lines below, offering a wide range
of free advice and the space for conversation in difficult times.
The Samaritans: 116 123
A safe place to talk anytime without
judgement. samaritans.org
Text SHOUT: 85258
A free and confidential text service for
anyone in crisis. A place to go if you are
struggling to cope and need immediate help.
giveusashout.org
Mind Infoline: 0300 1233 393
Confidential support on a range of mental
health problems, offering advice on where
to get help, treatment options and
advocacy services.
mind.org.uk/information-support/helplines
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably):
0800 58 58 58
Works to prevent male suicide and offers
support services for any man who is
struggling or in crisis. (Opens 5pm to
midnight). thecalmzone.net
Maytree: 020 7263 7070
Provides people in the midst of a suicidal
crisis with the opportunity for rest and
reflection and give them the opportunity to
stay in a calm, safe and relaxed environment.
maytree.org.uk
The Black, African and Asian Therapy Network
A directory of counsellors and psychotherapists of Black, African, Asian and Caribbean heritage
based in the UK.
baatn.org.uk
Pink Therapy
The UK’s largest independent therapy organisation working with gender and sexual diversity clients.
pinktherapy.com
Other Fittleworth resources
If you’ve found this toolkit helpful, or if you’re looking for advice in other areas of your life, you might
like to browse more of our free resources for ostomates.
Focusing on nutrition, lifestyle and exercise, these will help you to navigate your stoma journey
with practical advice on everyday life.
Ostomate’s Kitchen
Expert guidance on healthy diet and hydration with a stoma.
fittleworth.com/ostomates-kitchen
Simple Steps
Expert exercise guidance to help ostomy patients before and after stoma surgery.
fittleworth.com/simplesteps
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