On campus

Looking after your mental health at university

Starting university can feel exciting, but it can also be a lot to handle all at once. You might be dealing with academic pressure, money worries, and the challenge of settling into a new place without your usual support network.

Juggling coursework, deadlines and possibly a part-time job can start to feel overwhelming, and it’s not unusual to feel stressed or anxious. Living more independently can also leave you feeling a bit isolated or disconnected at times.

As a Jewish student, you might also be dealing with antisemitism on campus, which can add another layer of pressure – making it harder to feel safe, included, or able to be yourself.

If you’re affected by any of these feelings, Jami is here for you. For anyone aged 25 and under, we can offer you:

  • one-to-one online or in-person sessions with a mental health practitioner or counsellor
  • a safe, confidential space to talk
  • tools for managing thoughts, feelings and relationships
  • support that understands Jewish life and community
  • workshops and group opportunities to help you make connections

Please reach out to us.
Email info@jamiuk.org
Call 020 8458 2223 (office hours)

Or visit Make a referral – Jami UK

Helplines

Shout

Free confidential support 24/7 via text

Text: Jami to 85258

Stay Alive

This app is a pocket suicide prevention resource packed full of useful information and tools to help you stay safe in crisis.

StayAlive.app

Samaritans

24/7 support

Call: 116 123
Email: jo@samaritans.org

Nightline

Run by students for students. Find your local nightline at www.nightline.ac.uk

CALM

Campaign Against Living Miserably

Nationwide: 0800 58 58 58
Web chat: www.thecalmzone.net/help/webchat

Online resources

Togetherall

An online community of people who support each other through difficult times

togetherall.com

Side by Side

A safe place where you can get support from others who can relate to mental health difficulties.

https://sidebyside.mind.org.uk/

Medito

Medito Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to improving mental wellbeing and helping people cope better with depression, stress, anxiety, and any other negative states of mind. Their app is free to use.

App – Medito Foundation