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Talking Therapies, Medicine and Psychiatry

There are a range of effective treatments available for mental health conditions, including talking therapies, prescribed medicines, and specialist psychiatric care. Women's Health Sussex helps you understand your options and where to begin.

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You don’t need a formal diagnosis to access talking therapies - many NHS services let you self-refer, helping you get support when you need it most.

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Talking therapies, medicine and psychiatry

Find information and advice about different treatments for mental health problems, including talking therapies, counselling and medicines.

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Talking therapies and counselling

Read about talking therapies and counselling treatment for mental health problems, including:

  • different types of therapy and counselling
  • finding therapies and counselling
  • counselling for children and young adults
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Medicines and psychiatry

Read about psychiatry and medicines used to treat mental health problems, including:

  • antidepressants and antipsychotics
  • side effects and stopping medicines
  • psychiatric appointments and prescriptions
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Content last collected from the NHS: 20 August 2025

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