Mental Health GY

Promoting Positive Mental Health and well-being

This website is dedicated to promoting positive mental health and well-being for all Guyanese. It will serve as a home for resources, information, news and updates, as well as support services for mental health. The built-in chat feature allows users to connect with a first responder, and be linked to professional counsellors who can then provide mental health support.

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Your Mental Health is just as important as your Physical Health

Our mental health influences our overall well-being, quality of life and our ability to function effectively. Good is mental health allows us to cope with the stresses of life, to work productively and contribute to our communities.

Want to Learn More?

The #KindtoYourMind Campaign is the government’s overarching mental wellness campaign that aims to raise awareness, reduce stigma and improve the understanding of mental health and wellness within our society. It seeks to normalize conversations around mental health and promote a culture of compassion and support.

Learn how to recognize signs and symptoms of some Mental Health conditions

What Happens when you start a chat with us online?

Our trained responders will read your messages and respond in real time, helping you work through what’s on your mind.

The responders can help to schedule an appointment at the mental health unit for you.

The conversations will be treated with greatest confidentiality.

In case of an emergency or mental health crisis, please contact the mental unit at its phone numbers 225-0804 or 223-6604 or to go to your nearest emergency room/ health facility.