Trained Emotional Support Network (TESN)

Do you require immediate crisis support?

If you are in urgent need of help, please contact:

• SAMARITANS: 116 123

• Emergency Services: 999

• NHS: 111

• Your GP

• Your Local A&E

Rebel2Rebel

Telephone Active Listening

Rebel2Rebel Active Listening provides activists support for anxiety, burnout, and emotional distress through one-off phone calls. There is no limit on the number of calls, but you may not always speak to the same practitioner

This is not a formal therapy service, so for regular weekly support, please see our One-to-One Therapeutic Support section

• Who will I speak to? You will be paired with a trained therapist (counsellor/psychotherapist), psychiatrist, or psychologist

• How do I start? To arrange an Active Listening session, please email: tesn@tesn.uk

Therapeutic Support

The Climate Psychology Alliance (CPA) offers access to a directory of mental health practitioners who provide 3 free therapeutic One-to-One Therapeutic Support sessions for members of the public

How to Access Support:

• Visit the CPA Practitioner Directory, click here

• Select a practitioner who meets your needs. Note: it’s important to verify qualifications by researching the practitioner online

• Contact the practitioner directly using the email or phone details provided, stating your interest in the 3 free sessions

• You can also contact support@climatepsychologyalliance.org

If you need help navigating this process, please email us at tesn@tesn.uk

Zoom Support Groups

XR regularly hosts Zoom-based support groups.

To find an upcoming session visit the Events Page by clicking here

If you don’t see a session that works for you, email us at tesn@tesn.uk and we’ll do our best to arrange one

Coordinator Support

If you are a Coordinator seeking support for Zoom group sessions, such as:

• Mental health training

• Holding listening spaces

• Group workshops

Please email tesn@tesn.uk and we’ll work with you to organise

Other Support Services

There are other support services you can consider however these may not be free

Mind Charity mind.org.uk 0300 102 1234

SANE Charity sane.org.uk 0300 304 7000

UKCP directory psychotherapy.org.uk

Still not sure?

Jessica, the Trained Emotional Support Network live chat AI offers quick, tailored guidance to support your mental health needs

While Jessica is a valuable resource, she does require significant energy and water to operate, so we encourage mindful use to align with sustainable practices

About the Trained Emotional Support Network (TESN)

TESN is a network of trained practitioners who provide emotional support for individuals involved in environmental activism needing mental health support. All practitioners volunteer their time independently and offer support free of charge

TESN is an impartial resource and is not affiliated with any demonstrations or actions. The network is entirely self-funded by the participating practitioners

Need Something Else?

If your request isn’t covered above, simply email us at: tesn@tesn.uk

We aim to reply within 48 hours

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