Qwell offers free, anonymous, mental health support for adults living with depression — including live text-chat with qualified practitioners, self-help tools, and online peer communities.
You’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
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Reaching out can feel hard when you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, numb, or simply not feeling like yourself. You might be wondering whether what you’re dealing with is depression, a particularly low period, or something you cannot quite put into words yet. Either way, you deserve support that meets you where you are.
A lot of people wait until things feel unbearable before looking for help. Others question whether their feelings are serious enough, whether they should just get on with it, or whether anyone will really understand. Those doubts are common, but they should not stop you from finding support. You do not need to have everything figured out before taking the next step.
Whether you have been struggling for a while or things have only recently begun to feel heavier, it makes sense to look for support now rather than later. Small steps count, especially when everything feels difficult.
Qwell is designed to make that first step feel more manageable. We offer a supportive space for adults who are looking for help with their mental health, without judgement or pressure. So if you clicked on this page because something feels off, too heavy, or too much to carry alone, you are in the right place. Support is here, and it is okay to start from exactly where you are.
Qwell is 100% free – always. There are no waiting lists, no charges and no need for a referral – just a friendly community and a team of professionals on hand to listen and offer support. Our platform is accessible 24/7.
Qwell is completely anonymous, so you can feel safe discussing whatever is on your mind in confidence and without judgement. We check all content on the site to ensure it’s safe and appropriate.
You can text-chat with a trained, qualified professional practitioner about anything that’s on your mind. We’re accredited by the BACP, and deliver our services through the NHS.
Check in – whenever you feel like you want to. Qwell is here whenever you need us.
Qwell is available for free to all adults in certain parts of the UK. You don’t need to have seen a GP and there are no waiting lists.
Everyone is welcome at Qwell.
Whatever’s on your mind, our team of friendly practitioners are here to listen and offer therapeutic advice.
You can text-chat directly, or send us a message inside Qwell if it’s after-hours.
Our supportive, welcoming forums are a great place to connect with others who may feel the same way you do.
Each discussion board is a judgement-free zone. All comments are pre-moderated so you can feel safe to open up.
Qwell is packed with resources, mini-activities and goal-setting tools that can help you take small steps on your path to recovery.
Qwell has been funded by lots of commissioning bodies within the NHS to offer free, anonymous mental health support to all adults 18 and over
We have a youth service called Kooth. It’s available to young people between 10-25 in many areas across the UK. Please visit kooth.com to find out more.
Qwell Medway is funded by NHS Kent and Medway, Medway Public Health and Kent police and crime commissioner, Qwell is part of Kooth PLC.
Qwell is a completely anonymous service. For further information on our data and privacy policy, please visit https://www.qwell.io/privacy
Qwell is available wherever it has been commissioned. We are active in many areas of the UK. To find out more, visit http://www.qwell.io
Understanding our users’ backgrounds helps us check that the services we provide are reaching as many people, from as many backgrounds, as possible. It also helps us signpost you to the right services & support. Historically, some sections of society slip through the cracks of traditional mental health support. We are dedicated to ensuring this doesn’t happen with Qwell, and really appreciate your help.
Qwell is not a crisis support service. If you need urgent support, please dial 999 or contact urgent support services.
