Mental Health & Wellbeing
Supporting. Listening. Strengthening.
At JMSU, your mental health and wellbeing matter. While some services focus on specific areas, many support options overlap. Our Mental Health & Wellbeing support helps you navigate student life by connecting you with trusted guidance and professional services when needed. We provide a safe space to talk and access resources, but do not offer personal advice. Instead, we can direct you to the right support and help you find the guidance you need to thrive, both inside and outside the classroom. If you’re unsure where to start, get in touch and we’ll point you in the right direction.
Wellbeing
Buddy Scheme
Our friendly student buddies help new students settle in, make connections, and feel at home at university. Starting university can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go it alone! Learn more on our Buddy Scheme page.
Disability Advice Team
LJMU has a dedicated Disability Advice Team to ensure all students get the support they need. Check out the website for guidance and resources.
Drug & Alcohol Support
We prioritise student safety and wellbeing. Our policy covers drug and alcohol usage, and there are multiple support channels if you feel impacted by substance use or suspect spiking. Explore support through JMSU Advice, LJMU SAW services, and trusted external organisations.
- Advice: Contact our Advice service confidentially. SAW can also assist with questions and guidance.
- Check what’s in your system: If you suspect spiking, order drug testing kits for safety.
- Support services:
- Talk to Frank – info on drugs and substance risks.
- Liverpool Community Alcohol Service (LCAS)
- Action on Addiction
- We Are With You
- Drug and Alcohol Team (DART) – rapid access support across Merseyside.
Mental Health
JMSU Advice
Contact our advice team for mental health support and guidance. We’re here to chat about concerns and point you in the right direction.
Wellbeing Advisors
The Wellbeing Advisors guide students through university-related challenges and mental health concerns. They provide self-help resources and wellbeing journals to track contacts and services.
Student Advice and Wellbeing (SAW)
LJMU’s SAW offers comprehensive support, from Wellbeing Week events to financial, bereavement, and disability guidance. JMSU collaborates closely to ensure students have access to these services.
Mental Health Advisory Team
The Mental Health Advisory Team provides one-to-one support with registered professionals for students facing mental health challenges.
External Mental Health Services
- Togetherall – 24/7 online peer and professional support.
- SilverCloud – online self-help programs.
- Hub of Hope – national mental health support database.
- Students Against Depression – advice for depression, low mood, and suicidal thoughts.
- Every Mind Matters – self-care actions for wellbeing.
