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Some of these organisations may be able to help you deal with your low self-esteem and help you to accept yourself.
If you are thinking of joining an online community read our info on staying safe online.
Anxiety UK
08444 775 774
anxietyuk.org.uk
Support, help and information for people with anxiety disorders.
Be Mindful
bemindful.co.uk
Explains the principles behind mindfulness, and gives details of local courses and therapists.
Childline
0800 1111
childline.org.uk
Support for children and young people on a number of issues, such as low self-esteem.
Do-it trust
do-it.org
Website advertising volunteering opportunities.
Elefriends
elefriends.org.uk
Mind's supportive online community.
LGBT Consortium
lgbtconsortium.org.uk/directory
Directory of services and groups for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender.
London Lesbian and Gay Switchboard
0300 330 0630
llgs.org.uk
Support and information for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered
people in the UK.
Meetup.com
meetup.com
Website that allows you to find face-to-face groups of people who share your interests or aspirations.
Mind Tools
mindtools.com
Website providing tips for increasing your assertiveness.
MoodGYM
moodgym.anu.edu.au
Online CBT course with exercises to help improve self-esteem.
NHS Choices
nhs.uk/livewell
Information on wellbeing, exercise, sleep and more. Details of local support as well as online tips and tools.
Relate
0300 100 1234
relate.org.uk
Counselling for adults with relationship difficulties.
Samaritans
Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK
Chris, PO Box 90 90
Stirling FK8 2SA
helpline: 116 123
jo@samaritans.org
samaritans.org
24-hour support for anyone in distress or despair.
Volunteering England
volunteering.org.uk
Information about volunteering opportunities in England.
Volunteering Wales
volunteering-wales.net
Information about volunteering opportunities in Wales.
