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Mental health first aiders

Our mental health first aiders are a team of trained colleagues who can provide reassurance and help to guide you to the support you need.


Mental health first aiders are not counsellors and cannot diagnose conditions or provide ongoing support.

If you feel like you need some support and guidance.

To use our confidential service email : mhfa.network@derbyshire.gov.uk (monitored Monday to Friday).

When contacting please include:

  • best time and day to be contacted
  • best contact method
  • department, if you wish
  • reason to speak to a mental health first aider (so we can assign you the most suitable mental health first aider)

If you require immediate medical assistance please tel: 999.

If you'd like to become a mental health first aider, you can find out about the next available mental health first aider training.