Mind in Croydon: Free Free Community Mental Health Support in Croydon

## What is Mind in Croydon? Mind in Croydon is a BACP-accredited mental health charity offering a comprehensive range of services across Croydon. Their counselling service provides one-to-one therapy with experienced counsellors who have diverse specialisms and therapeutic approaches, recognising that mental health support is not one-size-fits-all. They also run specialist group programmes including anger management and anxiety groups. Beyond counselling, Mind in Croydon offers advocacy services including Independent Mental Health Advocacy and Community Mental Health Advocacy to help people navigate mental health systems and access appropriate support. The charity provides extensive support for carers, a Benefits Help welfare advice service, Active Minds activities, the Recovery Space peer support environment, and In-Reach Peer Support within healthcare settings. ## Who Can Use Mind in Croydon? Services are available to anyone in Croydon struggling with their mental health. You don't need a diagnosis or GP referral to access most services. Specific programmes target different needs - counselling for anyone aged 18+, advocacy for those under the Mental Health Act or navigating services, and carers support for anyone looking after someone with mental health challenges. The Active Minds programme is for people with experience of mental health problems wanting to improve physical wellbeing. ## How Do I Access Mind in Croydon? To access counselling, contact **020 8763 2064** or email counselling@mindincroydon.org.uk. For advocacy services, call **020 8763 6730**. For general enquiries, call **020 8668 2210** or visit Orchard House, 15a Purley Road, South Croydon. You can also visit the Croydon Health & Wellbeing Space in the Whitgift Shopping Centre for drop-in support. Full service details and self-referral forms are available at mindincroydon.org.uk. ## What Should I Expect? Mind in Croydon offers a warm, person-centred approach. Counselling typically involves an initial assessment followed by weekly sessions - there's currently an 18-week wait for counselling. Advocacy services can attend meetings with you, help you understand your rights, and support you in having your voice heard. Active Minds sessions are welcoming and pressure-free, designed to be accessible to all abilities.