As part of our commitment to a whole-university approach to mental health and wellbeing, a new mental health helpline and digital wellbeing platform is now available for all students to use at any time, day or night.
Delivered in partnership with Spectrum.Life, these services are free for you to access at any time, day or night.
24/7 Mental Health Helpline: speak to a professional whenever you need
Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, struggling with academic pressure, or simply need someone to talk to, immediate support is available. The mental health helpline is staffed 24/7 by qualified and registered counsellors and psychotherapists, ensuring that you receive high-quality, confidential care when you need it most.
No need to book or wait. Help is just a phone call away.
If you need to speak to someone, you can call the following numbers:
UK: +44 800 031 8227
International: +353 1 518 0277
Access a digital platform designed to support your wellbeing
The Spectrum.Life digital platform offers a wide range of resources to help you maintain your mental, physical and emotional health throughout your time at university.
These include:
- Self-help tools for managing stress, low mood and anxiety
- Nutrition advice to support your physical wellbeing and energy levels
- Live fitness classes and on-demand workouts
- Expert content covering exam stress, financial worries, sleep, relationships and more
- Personalised wellbeing plans and goal-setting features
Available online 24/7, the platform is free to use and easy to access from your phone or laptop.
Whether you are facing challenges or simply looking to stay well, support is always available to you.
Start exploring today by signing up with your Westminster email address and using the code UWMSAP.
