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Talking Therapies – Barking and Dagenham

NHS primary mental health service offering talking therapies including CBT, counselling, and guided self-help

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Barking and Dagenham
Free
Self-refer

It's completely normal to feel nervous about starting therapy, and the team are used to supporting people through this.

About this service

Barking & Dagenham Talking Therapies is an NHS IAPT (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies) service providing a wide range of treatments and support for people concerned about their mental health and feeling distressed by difficult life events. The service offers various evidence-based brief treatment methods delivered by qualified therapists: • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) • Counselling and talking therapies • Guided self-help programmes • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) • Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy • Couples therapy for depression • Behavioural couples therapy • Workshops on depression, anxiety, and physical activity The service treats depression, anxiety disorders, stress, OCD, phobias, PTSD, sleep problems, and adjustment difficulties. After assessment, a tailored treatment plan is recommended based on your individual needs. Note: The service cannot provide support for eating disorders, active psychosis, substance abuse, or if you are actively suicidal (crisis services available instead).

How they can help you

The therapy team provides evidence-based psychological treatments to help you manage depression, anxiety, stress, and other mental health concerns. Options range from brief guided self-help to regular therapy sessions with a trained therapist, depending on your needs and what will be most effective for you.

What to expect

You can refer yourself by phone or online. During an initial assessment, a therapist will discuss your concerns and suggest the most appropriate treatment from a range of options. Treatment is confidential and tailored to your needs, ranging from brief self-help support to regular therapy sessions.

Who it's for

Adults with a registered GP in Barking and Dagenham experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, OCD, phobias, PTSD, sleep problems, or other mental health concerns affecting their wellbeing.

Eligibility

You must have a registered GP in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. The service is for adults aged 18+. It cannot support eating disorders, active psychosis, substance abuse problems, or active suicidal ideation – alternative services available for these.

Getting support

Eligibility
You must have a registered GP in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. The service is for adults aged 18+. It cannot support eating disorders, active psychosis, substance abuse problems, or active suicidal ideation – alternative services available for these.
services.opening_hours
Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
Referral requirements
You can contact this service directly without a referral.

Trust and updates

Verification status: Needs Review

Last updated: July 30, 2026

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