Wellbeing Services

Wellbeing Services encompasses three teams which provide specialist practical, psychological, and disability-related support to students. We work collaboratively to offer a range of services to meet your individual needs and support you to manage your wellbeing alongside your academic studies. To learn more about the teams, the support and resources offered and how to access them, use the sections signposted on this page.

Want to book an appointment or have a query about your support including Disabled Students Allowance?

Counselling services. Email: counselling-services@bbk.ac.uk
Mental health services. Email: mentalhealth@bbk.ac.uk
Disability services. Email: disability@bbk.ac.uk

For general enquiries about the support available at Birkbeck, contact the Student Advice team via their online ASK form or by calling +44 (0)20 3907 0700 (Monday to Thursday 10-6pm and Friday 12-5pm).

Quick links

Student Services

Counselling Service

We offer a free, non-judgemental and confidential service to support you with emotional and psychological difficulties that are affecting your experience and engagement with your studies at Birkbeck.

Mental Health Advisory Service

Whether you are experiencing short- or long-term mental health difficulties during your time at Birkbeck, we are your first point of contact.

Disability and Dyslexia Service

At Birkbeck, we welcome students with disabilities and we are committed to helping you seize the opportunities that studying here presents.

Information and resources

Mental Health Crisis and Emergency Support

Find out who to contact if you’re in need of emergency support, as well as resources for further help.

Confidentiality and Data Sharing

This document will give you an overview of our confidentiality policy across the Wellbeing Services.

Togetherall

An anonymous online, peer-support community for people struggling with their mental health. Free for all Birkbeck students - simply register using your Birkbeck email account.

Workshops for students

Take a look at our upcoming workshops run by the Wellbeing Service.

Supportive resources

We provide a comprehensive selection of self-help resources covering a wide range of topics.

Worried about a Birkbeck student?

Find out what you can do if you are worried about the wellbeing of a Birkbeck student.