NHS Mental health support

TALKWORKS is a free and confidential NHS talking therapies service, here to help adults (age 18+) improve their mental and physical wellbeing.

What help can I access?

Our North Devon team is based in Barnstaple, covering the North Devon Coastal area and South Molton. The TALKWORKS Torridge team covers Bideford, Northam, Westward Ho!, Torrington, Holsworthy and the surrounding areas. Our service is made up of accredited NHS clinicians who can offer a wide range of treatment options and talking therapies to help you feel more like yourself again.

Treatment and support can be carried out in a variety of ways, including one-to-one sessions with a therapist or counsellor (available face-to-face in North Devon, over the phone or by video call). We also offer wellbeing workshops, interactive group courses and online self-help. You can learn more about the help available through our service on our website.

How do I access support?

You do not need a referral from a GP to access TALKWORKS’ services, you can refer yourself by completing our online self-referral form, or by calling 0300 555 3344 (our phone lines are open Monday to Friday from 9am - 4:45pm).