Reach out. We reach back.
Sidekick Initiative supports people who feel isolated, overwhelmed, unheard or stuck. If you're in crisis right now, use the urgent help link below. Otherwise, pick the door that fits.
Looking for support for yourself?
You are in the right place. Send one message and Rob will come back to you. You do not need the right words and you do not need to explain everything first.
Are you a professional, school, employer or service looking to refer someone or book a session? Go to work with us.
Recovery Mentoring
One-to-one and group mentoring through addiction, mental health struggles and life after crisis.
ExploreSchools & Youth
Support for young people through their school, college or youth setting.
ExplorePrisons & Probation
Mentoring and workshops inside custodial settings and through probation.
ExploreWorkshops & Talks
Talks, resilience sessions and workplace mental health support.
ExploreStraight through. No forms if you don't want them.
Sidekick Initiative is not an emergency or clinical service. If life is at immediate risk, call 999. See our urgent help page for free UK support lines.