Free Mental Health Support
Confidential, independent counselling — here to listen and help change for the better
Bilal Academy provides free, independent counselling for members of the community experiencing difficulties such as bereavement, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or a lack of motivation. We also support people through more complex experiences, including hearing voices, seeing things others cannot, suicidal thoughts, or urges to act with aggression.
What we help with
- Bereavement and loss
- Stress, anxiety, and low mood/depression
- Difficult relationships and family issues
- Motivation, confidence and self-esteem
- Hearing voices, unusual experiences, intrusive thoughts
- Anger and impulse control
How counselling works
- Qualified therapists offer a safe, confidential space. Details are not shared with Bilal Academy staff or the wider community.
- Initial session to understand your needs and agree next steps.
- Recommendations may include further sessions or contacting NHS mental health services where appropriate.
- Delivery: telephone or face-to-face.
- Choice: male-specific or female-specific provision is available.
- Faith-sensitive: we balance religious and mental-health needs with compassion and respect.
If you need urgent help
Our approach
We are here to listen, not judge. Our goal is to help you move toward positive change and a better quality of life.
Privacy & confidentiality
Sessions are confidential. Information is only shared if there’s a serious risk of harm or if required by law.
FAQs
Who is the service for?
Community members aged 16+ who would benefit from short-term, free counselling support.
How many sessions can I have?
Your therapist will agree next steps after the initial session — further sessions or referral where appropriate.
Can I choose a male or female therapist?
Yes, where possible.
Is there a cost?
No — the service is free.
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