Brighton and Hove-Mental Health and Wellbeing services

In my counselling work locally in Brighton and Hove, I often hear requests for support that go beyond the therapy room—whether it’s help with housing, mental health services, substance use, or simply finding a sense of connection in the community. It’s clear that many people are navigating complex challenges, and having access to the right support at the right time can make a real difference.
With this in mind, I have compiled a list of different support services locally in Brighton and Hove, and how these can be accessed by individuals needing extra support.

Please see below a comprehensive guide to mental health and wellbeing support services in Brighton & Hove, including NHS, community, and charity-based options:

🧠 General Mental Health & Wellbeing Services

Brighton & Hove Wellbeing Service

Who it’s for: Adults, children, and young people with BN1–BN41 postcodes.
What they offer: Free, confidential NHS psychological therapies (CBT, counselling, etc.).
Contact: brightonandhovewellbeing.org | 0300 002 0060

UOK Brighton & Hove

Network of 20 community services offering holistic mental health support. They have a great site which walks you through the different
services within Brighton and who they cater to with their support.
Free online support for adults.
Contact: uok.org.uk | 0808 196 1768 [uok.org.uk]

Staying Well Brighton & Hove (Southdown)

Out-of-hours crisis support for adults 18+. This is a great option for people who are seeking Mental Health support in Brighton and Hove
this is staffed by a clinician, and can offer a great space, just to be and process, and be referred onto other Mental Health Services if needed.
Peer support, safe space café, and psychosocial help.
Location: Preston Park Hub.
Contact: southdown.org | 0800 023 6475 [southdown.org]

🏥 NHS & Community Mental Health Services
East Brighton Community Mental Health Centre

Offers assessment, dementia support, homeless outreach, and more. This is community mental health services, which requires referral.
If you feel that you might need specialist Mental Health support, best to see your GP, to rule out any physical health concerns and
can signpost and refer to community services if needed.
Location: Pankhurst Avenue, BN2 3EW.
Contact: Sussex Partnership NHS | 0300 304 0089

Brighton GP Emotional Wellbeing Services

Available at most GP surgeries. Includes Social Prescribing to connect patients with community activities and support. [brighton-hove.gov.uk]

💬 Local Counselling Services
Brighton Therapy Centre

Charity offering affordable therapy for individuals, couples, and groups.
Languages: English, French, Arabic, Spanish.
Contact: brightontherapycentre.org.uk | 01273 626444

Rock Clinic Association

Low-cost therapy with over 150 practitioners.
Locations: Rock East, Rock West, Rock Hove.
Contact: rockclinic.org.uk | 01273 621841 [rockclinic.org.uk]

Brighton & Hove Psychotherapy

Private practice offering therapy for individuals, couples, and families.
Contact: brightonandhovepsychotherapy.com | 01273 921355

🍃 Addiction & Dual Diagnosis Support
CGL Brighton & Hove Recovery Service

NHS-commissioned service for drug and alcohol recovery.
Offers harm reduction, detox, and psychosocial support.
Location: Richmond House, BN2 3RL.
Contact: changegrowlive.org | 01273 731900 [changegrowlive.org]

Route One – BHT Sussex

Specialist accommodation and support for adults with dual diagnosis and complex needs.
Referral via Brighton & Hove City Council’s Brokerage Service.
Contact: bht.org.uk [bht.org.uk]

📱 Crisis & Immediate Support

Sussex Mental Healthline: Call NHS 111 and select the mental health option.
MHHRS-Mental Health Rapid Response Team- 0300 304 0078
Samaritans: 116 123 (24/7)
Text Support: Text SUSSEX to 85258 (24/7)
Stay Alive App: Suicide prevention resources

🍃 Addiction Counselling Sussex

Finally my role at Addiction Counselling Sussex, I work closely with people affected by Addiction either directly or family and friends.
In my role I work as a Addictions counsellor, I support individuals who are dealing with both mental health challenges and substance misuse. In my work I aim to understand each person’s needs and helping them to explore the right path to recovery—whether that’s through counselling, sign posting, harm reduction, or ongoing support. In my work at Addiction Counselling Sussex I offer a free initial assessment and information for people to understand or make a decision if this support is right for them. If counselling is not what is needed now, I will endeavour to sign post you to the right service. Please get in touch if this is to book an assessment or need more information.

Thank you for your time, reading a lot of information, please do reach out if you would like to speak further.