I Need Help

How Do I Become A Client

To become a client, you must be 16+ and interested in developing work-related skills, reducing isolation, building confidence, or improving mental well-being. A referral is required – you can either self-refer via the form below or ask a GP, psychiatrist, or key worker (Social Worker, CPN, or Enabling Independence Team Worker) to do so.

After receiving your referral, we’ll invite you to a welcome meeting to discuss how we can support you. Our experienced staff understand that you may feel nervous. You’ll be assigned a Client Services Advisor to guide you through your journey at Oakleaf, with regular progress reviews.

For any questions about the referral process, please get in touch with our Client Services team at 01483 303649 or client-services@oakleaf-enterprise.org.

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Who We Help

Whilst you do not need a formal diagnosis to access our services, many of our clients are managing the following mental health conditions:

Depression including: Postnatal SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)  | Manic Depression | (Bipolar Affective Disorder) | Schizophrenia | Paranoia | Obsessive Compulsive Disorder |  Psychosis | (Inc. drug induced) | Anxiety | Phobias | Eating Disorders | Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder | Autistic Spectrum Condition-Asperger’s | Personality Disorders | (Borderline (Emotional Intensity), Histrionic, Narcissistic, Avoidant, Dependent).

For more information on the above diagnoses, click here.

What Services Can I Access

We offer a wide range of services to empower you to gain the skills and confidence needed to manage your mental health and achieve your goals:

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Wellbeing Activities & Courses

Designed to build confidence, physical health and wellbeing; reducing isolation and loneliness.

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Work-Related Training

Courses in IT and Gardening can help you to gain the skills and qualifications needed to return to the world of work.

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Employment Support

Our ‘Path to Success’ Employment Project delivers tailored employment training and mentoring for clients.

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Counselling

You can access counselling sessions with our BACP-registered service to aid your recovery.

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BRIDGE THE GAP

‘Bridge the Gap’ is a trauma-informed outreach service supporting individuals facing multiple disadvantages in Surrey. As part of the Government’s ‘Changing Futures’ initiative, we provide person-centred key worker support, developed with lived experience experts.

We provide 1:1 support (4–8 hours per week) and flexible hours: Mon–Fri (10am–8pm), Sat–Sun (9am–12pm), helping those affected by: mental health challenges, homelessness, substance use, domestic abuse, or contact with the criminal justice system. We assist with housing, healthcare, finances, daily living, harm reduction, and referrals, empowering individuals to rebuild their lives. For more information, click here.

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SAFE HAVEN

Located at Oakleaf, the Guildford Safe Haven offers out-of-hours support for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis or emotional distress.

Opening Hours: 6pm–11pm, 365 days a year
Location: 101 Walnut Tree Close, Guildford, GU1 4UQ
Drop-in only (no phone line available) – no appointment needed
Virtual Crisis Support: Access here (6pm–11pm)

The Guildford Safe Haven is run in partnership with Catalyst Support, Surrey and Borders Partnership (SABP) NHS Trust, and Oakleaf and is one of five Safe Haven locations in Surrey and North East Hampshire.