The Ragged Tiger

Mental Health & Wellbeing

Because creativity thrives when people feel safe, seen, and supported.

Life in music and the arts can be unpredictable — long nights, financial pressure, isolation, and the constant expectation to perform. It’s easy to put your own wellbeing last. The Ragged Tiger believes that looking after your mental health is every bit as important as managing your career or your craft.

We’re not counsellors, but we can point you toward real, confidential help from organisations that understand the creative world.

Talk to Someone

These services are free, confidential, and open 24/7:

• Samaritans – Call 116 123 (UK & ROI) or visit samaritans.org for emotional support at any time.

• Mind – mind.org.uk offers information, helplines, and local mental health networks across England & Wales.

• Breathing Space (Scotland) – Call 0800 83 85 87 or visit breathingspace.scot.

• Lifeline (Northern Ireland) – Call 0808 808 8000 or visit lifelinehelpline.info.

For Musicians and Creatives

Help Musicians – Music Minds Matter

24/7 confidential support line for anyone in music. Call 0808 802 8008 or visit musicmindsmatter.org.uk.

BAPAM (British Association for Performing Arts Medicine)

Free clinical assessments, therapy referrals, and advice for performers. bapam.org.uk

Mindful Music and Music Support UK

provide group sessions, addiction recovery, and mental wellbeing resources for the industry.