Guidance, support and counselling.
A suicide intervention and mental health hub in Ballymena. Free, confidential support for anyone aged 11 and over.
Where are you right now?
Wherever you’re starting from, there’s a next step. Choose the one that fits and we’ll take it from there.
I need support
Talking is a brave first step. We offer confidential, non-judgemental support in Ballymena.
Talk to usI’m worried about someone
You can reach out on their behalf. We’ll talk through how best to help them.
Make a referralI’m referring a client
Professionals can download our referral form and return it to us by email.
Get the formI want to help
Fundraise, volunteer or partner with us so more people can get the support they need.
Get involvedHow we help
Person-centred support for individuals, young people, families and communities, when they need it most.
Crisis intervention
Immediate, confidential support in a safe space when someone feels they’ve reached crisis point.
Counselling
Time with a professional counsellor to explore thoughts, feelings and life experiences at your own pace.
Family support
Guidance, emotional support and practical advice for parents, carers and the people closest to you.
Suicide prevention
Early intervention and awareness work to help keep people safe and connected to support.
Addiction recovery
Support for people affected by substance use, and for the families walking alongside them.
Wellbeing & education
Programmes and training with schools, employers and community groups to break the stigma.
Every conversation matters. Every life matters. And hope is always possible.
The heart of everything we do at Turning Point NI
No one should have to struggle alone.
Turning Point NI is a community-based charity supporting individuals, families and communities affected by mental health challenges, suicide, self-harm and addiction.
What began in Ballymena with one simple purpose has grown into a trusted provider of counselling, therapeutic support, prevention and community education across Northern Ireland.
Referring someone as a professional?
Download our referral form and send it back to info@turningpointni.co.uk
Support life-saving mental health services.
Every donation helps us provide crisis intervention, counselling and vital support to people in emotional distress.
With thanks to our funders and partners
Get in touch
Reach out for support, ask a question or volunteer with us. A member of our team will get back to you.
We’re here to listen.
Mon to Fri, 9am to 4pmThis form isn’t monitored out of hours. If you need to talk now, call Lifeline free on 0808 808 8000 or Samaritans on 116 123.