Work stress or job hunting getting you down? (mental health support)

Site Admin • 3 November 2026
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source: WellatWork West Midlands
published: October 2026

If you’re in the West Midlands, aged 18 to 24, and looking for a job or struggling to cope at work, Qwell can help.One-to-one text chat with friendly mental wellbeing professionals – no cost, no waiting lists and no referral needed.


If you’re looking for work, Qwell offer coaching to help you manage interview anxiety or handle potential job rejections – all while helping you prep for applications.


If you’re already in a job but feeling overwhelmed, Qwell offer coping strategies and self-management tools to handle workplace stress so you can protect your wellbeing.

As well as 24/7 tools and resources, you can live text chat with real, qualified mental wellbeing professionals who can help you on your work journey. 


And because life doesn’t keep 9-to-5 hours, neither do Qwell: The team is available for live text chats from midday to 10pm on weekdays, and from 6pm to 10pm at weekends.

Help, on your terms


Because this is an online service, there is zero travel needed. Qwell is completely self-led, giving you the autonomy to check in with tools, activities and articles whenever you choose to. 


You can also connect with others in the moderated discussion boards and on live forums. These are useful spaces to share tips and get advice from people who may know exactly what you’re going through.


Read full details here >

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