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You can refer to our services in a few different ways:
Self‑referral – For services that allow it (like NHS Berkshire Talking Therapies for Anxiety and Depression), you can fill out the online referral form yourself or have a relative do it on your behalf. Check the specific service page first because not every service accepts self‑referrals. View our services
GP referral – This is the most common route. Your GP or another primary‑care clinician completes a referral form and sends it to our Integrated Hub.
Children and young people referrals – If you need a referral for a child or young person, visit our dedicated referral page to see what support is available and then submit the referral.
Referral by a health or care professional – If a patient cannot refer themselves (e.g., language barriers, disability), a GP, health visitor, or another professional can refer them with the patient’s permission.
Friends or family – They cannot make a referral directly because the patient must give permission for their data to be used.
If you’re unsure which route is right for you, you can always start with a self‑referral form or ask your GP for help. For more details, see the “Ways to refer” page on our website.
This information is generated by AI using generalised information from this website. For personal advice, contact NHS 111, your GP or other healthcare provider.
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Ways to refer
How to make a referral Step1: Identify the right service. Step 2: See whether the service accepts self‑referral. If the service accepts self-referrals, you will find out information on how to make a referral on the individual service page. If the service does not accept self-referrals, you will need to book an appointment with your GP, or other healthcare professional, and arrange for them to complete the relevant referral form. **Step 3: **Once the referral is received, we’ll contact you to book an assessment or your first appointment. Please check the relevant service page for details on response times. View our services Find your local GP
Refer yourself to Talking Therapies | Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Can I refer someone else? Most patients refer themselves to us by completing our online self-referral form. We can also accept referrals from GPs or from other health or care professionals. Friends and family members are not able to make a referral as the patient must give us their permission to use their data. We need to know that people are ready and willing to engage in treatment.
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Ways to refer
Some services let you or a relative contact us directly using a referral form.
Children and young people referrals
How to request help for a child or young person aged under 18.
ADHD Service for children and young people
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder assessments, treatment, and support for children and young people aged 6 to 17.
Mental Health Service in GP Surgeries for children and young people
Support for under-18s with mental health or emotional wellbeing difficulties, and their families, available in selected GP surgeries.
Community Rehabilitation Enhanced Support Team
Support at home or in a community setting for over-18s living with psychosis or other severe mental health difficulties.
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Outpatients
Treatment plans to manage or improve musculoskeletal conditions, including chronic pain, recovery from surgery, and osteoarthritis.
Community Dental Service
Specialist dental care for people who are medically compromised, have a disability, or require sedation or care at home.
Personality disorders
Thinking, feeling, behaving, or relating to others very differently from the average person.
Respiratory Service (Berkshire West)
Guidance for more effective management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including a full respiratory assessment.
Health Visiting Service
Support for families with children under 5, including screening tests, developmental reviews, immunisations, and parenting advice.

