Each episode of On the Sporting Couch tells an incredible story of determination in a sporting athlete. In this episode psychotherapist and sports broadcaster Gary Bloom talks to former Manchester United and Northern Ireland midfielder Keith Gillespie. Keith shares a frank insight into how he lost £7million to a gambling addiction.

If you have been affected by any part of this programme, there are a number of organisations that could help you. They include...

Mental Health Foundation

020 7803 1101

Improving the lives of those with mental health problems or learning difficulties.

Together

020 7780 7300

Supports people through mental health services.

The Centre for Mental Health

020 7827 8300

Working to improve the quality of life for people with mental health problems.

Depression Alliance 

0845 123 2320

Provides information and support to those who are affected by depression via publications, supporter services and a network of self-help groups.

British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy

01455 883300

Through the BACP you can find out more about counselling services in your area.

PANDAS Foundation

0843 28 98 401 (every day from 9am-8pm)

PANDAS Foundation vision is to support every individual with pre (antenatal), postnatal depression or postnatal psychosis in England, Wales and Scotland. We campaign to raise awareness and remove the stigma. We provide our PANDAS Help Line, Support Groups offer online advice to all and much more. 

Citizens Advice

Gives free confidential information and advice to help people sort out their money, legal, consumer and other problems.

Support for children and young people

Young Minds

020 7336 8445

Provides information and advice for anyone with concerns about the mental health of a child or young person.

Childline 

0800 1111

Free, national helpline for children and young people in trouble or danger.

Nightline

Listening, support and information service run by students for students.

Other places you could go for support

Age Concern 

0800 009966

Infoline on issues relating to older people.

Lesbian and Gay Switchboard

020 7837 7324

Provides information, support and referral services.

Refugee Council

020 7346 6700

The UK’s largest organisation working with refugees and asylum seekers.

Relate

0300 100 1234

Offers advice, relationship counselling, sex therapy, workshops, mediation, consultations and support.

Counselling Directory

A free, confidential directory of trained, professional counsellors and therapists in the UK.

Teacher Support Network

08000 562 561 

A 24/7 telephone support line which gives teachers access to professional coaches and counsellors 365 days a year. The network also campaigns for change within schools and education policy...

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