23/07/2025
Did you know? You can now self-refer to several NHS services without needing to see a GP first!
We’re pleased to let our patients know that many local services now accept self-referrals. This means quicker access, no need to wait for a GP appointment, and the freedom to refer at a time that suits you.
Available self-referral services include:
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🧠 Impact on Teesside - talking therapies and counselling service
Help for stress, anxiety, depression, and emotional well-being. Suitable for people aged 16+. Simply click the 'online referral' button on the top toolbar of the home page.
https://www.impactonteesside.com/
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🍃 We Are With You - drug and alcohol services
Free support for adults and young people.
https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/local-hubs/redcar-and-cleveland
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🧒 CAMHS Single Point of Access - children and adolescent mental health service
Support for young people with emotional, behavioural or mental health difficulties. Can be accessed by the young person directly or concerned adult/parent/guardian.
https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/services/camhs/community-mental-health-young-teesside/
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🚭 Stop Smoking South Tees- smoking cessation service
Practical help, advice, and support to stop smoking — including ni****ne replacement therapy and Swap to Stop scheme.
https://www.stopsmokingsouthtees.co.uk/want-to-quit/
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♿ Wheelchair Assessments
Referral for NHS-provided wheelchairs and mobility assessments. Follow the self-referral link on the right-hand side of the webpage.
https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/services/disablement-services/wheelchair-service/
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🦶 Podiatry
Foot assessment and treatment for people with medical needs such as diabetes, circulation issues, or painful foot or nail problems. Please note, referrals simply to have nails cut will not be accepted.
https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/services/community/podiatry/community-podiatry-self-referral-form/
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💪 Physiotherapy
Assessment and management of joint and muscle pain, including thoracic spine, neck, and sports injuries.
https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/services/physiotherapy/community-outpatient-physiotherapy-middlesbrough-redcar-and-cleveland/self-referral/
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🦴 Musculoskeletal (MSK) Services
For expert assessment and management of joint, muscle, or soft tissue problems.
https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/services/community/musculoskeletal/middlesbrough-redcar-and-cleveland/referral-criteria/msk-self-referral/
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👨⚕️ Vasectomy Service
Self-refer for a vasectomy without seeing a GP first.
☎️Call Sexual Health Teesside: 0300 330 1122 (option 3)
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📲 Full referral information for each service is available by following the individual links. We encourage patients to read the relevant web page carefully, as some providers may have eligibility and exclusion criteria.
