Mental Health Support When You Need It Most
Whether you're looking for mental health support, addiction recovery, or community care across Inverness & the Highlands, we're here to help you find the right support.
- Face-to-face support
- Reaching across Lochaber, Inverness-shire, Easter Ross & Caithness
- Free drop-in services for mental health
Mental Health Support When You Need It Most
- Face-to-face support
- Reaching across Lochaber, Inverness-shire, Easter Ross & Caithness
- Free drop-in services for mental health
We'll listen and help you access the right support service for you.
Everything you share is treated with respect and confidentiality.
Local teams providing mental health and wellbeing services across Highland communities.
Our peer support workers have lived experience, offering understanding.
Support You Can Access Today
You can access free mental health and wellbeing support without an appointment through our Discovery College and Clarity Walks, with no referral needed.
Drop-In Support
Discovery College is a free drop-in mental health and wellbeing service in Inverness and Wick. Speak to someone in a welcoming, judgement-free environment.
- No referral or appointment needed
- Support for anyone aged 18+
- Mental health, addiction and wellbeing support
Clarity Walks
Join our free volunteer-led wellness walks across Inverness-shire and the Highlands, helping you improve your mental and physical wellbeing, connect with others and enjoy time outdoors.
- Free and open to everyone
- No referral required - simply book online
- Reduce isolation and improve wellbeing
Ongoing Care And Support Services
Community Support
One-to-one support to help you live as independently as possible and stay connected within your local community. Available through
NHS or local authority funding.
- Community housing support
- Care at home
- Personalised support
Recovery Centre
- Respite stays available through self-referral
- Referrals accepted from healthcare professionals across the UK
Private Care
- Personalised care plans
- Flexible support designed around you
- From as little as £35
Supporting Communities Across the Highlands
From city centres to rural communities, our teams are here for you.
- Inverness
- Fort William
- Invergordon
- Wick
- Inverness-shire
- Lochaber
- Easter Ross
- Caithness
Request Support
Taking the first step can feel difficult, but you don’t have to do it alone. From mental health support and addiction recovery to care at home, our friendly team is here to help. Complete our enquiry form and we’ll help you find the right service for you, with no pressure. Looking for Community Support or Private Care? Find your regional centre
Phone lines are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Start Your Enquiry
Contact our Regional Support Centres directly
Outside office hours, please use the crisis lines above.
Caithness
- 01955 463002
- caithness@centred.scot
- Wellington Centre, Airport Industrial Park, Wick KW1 4QS
Easter Ross
- 01349 369100
- easterross@centred.scot
- 1b King Street, Invergordon IV18 0DT
Inverness
- 01463 241009
- inverness@centred.scot
- Unit 38, Eastgate Centre, Inverness, IV2 3PP
Lochaber
- 01397 700944
- lochaber@centred.scot
- Apartment 5, Meall na Mara, 40 Alma Rd, Fort William PH33 6HD
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I access mental health support in Inverness or the Highlands?
Do I need a referral to use Centred's services?
What support can I access straight away?
Can I get support without a mental health diagnosis?
Is the support I receive confidential?
Is the Discovery College drop-in service free?
What are Clarity Walks?
Clarity Walks are free, volunteer-led wellness walks that bring people together to improve mental and physical wellbeing through nature, gentle exercise and social connection. Everyone is welcome, whatever your reason for joining.
Which support service is right for me?
Every person’s circumstances are different. If you’re unsure which service best meets your needs, get in touch and we’ll help you find the most appropriate support.
