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Applied Psychologist
Psychology is the scientific study of people, the mind and behaviour and there are different areas within psychology in which it is possible to practice. -
Approved Mental Health Professional
Approved mental health professionals (AMHPs) are trained to implement elements of the Mental Health Act 1983. -
Art Therapist
Art therapy involves making pictures, models, mosaics and other three dimensional work to express and explore inner conflicts, feelings and emotional difficulties. -
Care Co-ordinator
A care co-ordinator is a main point of contact for the person using mental health services. -
Chaplain
Chaplains are employed by the health service to give spiritual and religious care and can be Christian, Muslim, Hindu or from any faith. -
Dietitian
Dietitians are the only qualified health professionals that assess, diagnose and treat dietary and nutritional problems at an individual and wider public-health level. -
GP
A general practitioner (GP) is the first point of contact for everyone who has a physical or mental health issue. -
Healthcare assistant (HCA)
Healthcare assistants work under the guidance of qualified professionals, usually nurses, and are sometimes known as nursing assistants or auxiliary nurses. -
Learning Disability Nurse
Learning Disability (LD) nurses have undertaken a nursing qualification specifically in learning disabilities. -
Mental health nurse
A mental health nurse is a nurse that has specialised training in mental health. -
Mental health social worker
Mental health social workers may provide a range of interventions such as therapy, advocacy, building community connections, safeguarding and co-ordinating aspects of support and care. -
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapists (OTs) work with people to establish or re-establish independence and meaningful activity; the word ‘occupation’ refers to anything that people do. -
Peer Support Worker
Peer support workers can help to support people both practically and emotionally by using their own lived experience to support others through their journey of mental health and recovery. -
Pharmacist
Pharmacists are trained to give expert advice about the use and supply of drugs and medicines. -
Physiotherapist
In mental health services, physiotherapists understand people’s psychological needs and the impact of physical health difficulties on emotions. -
Psychiatrist
A psychiatrist is a qualified doctor who specialises in mental health issues. -
Psychological Therapist
A psychological therapist is a professional who has trained in supporting individuals with mental health needs through specific types of psychological interventions e.g. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or Cognitive Analytical Therapy (CAT). -
Speech and Language Therapist
Speech and Language Therapists work with people who have difficulties with communication, or with eating or drinking, because of their mental ill health, or learning disability. -
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners
What is a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, how can they help, and when might you see one? -
Talking Therapies Employment Support
If you are needing employment support, such as finding a job, or if you are experiencing difficulties at work, the Talking Therapies Employment Support service may be able to help.
