About SAMH

We are Scottish Action for Mental Health

Around since 1923, SAMH is Scotland’s national mental health charity

Today, we operate over 70 services in communities across Scotland, providing mental health social care support, addictions and employment services, among others. In addition to our community services, we work across other broad areas: fundraising, children & young people, physical activity & sport, suicide prevention and workplace services. Find about more about our mission, values and history.

Scotland is in a mental health crisis and has been for years. Our ambitious new 2025-2029 plan reflects the need for action in a time when mental health in Scotland is the worst it has ever been. The time for waiting is over; things need to change.

We’ll help more people than we have ever before, doing even more for the people we have the greatest concern for. This includes opening Scotland’s first ever network of walk-in mental health support hubs: The Nook.

Taking action, creating change

Our strategic goals

To be there for people – by working tirelessly to support people with mental health problems
To promote good mental health and wellbeing – helping everyone in Scotland to consider, value and look after their own mental health and wellbeing
To end stigma and discrimination – because no one with a mental health problem should be treated worse than someone without
To challenge inequality – removing barriers to support, regardless of background or identity, and promoting the rights of people with mental health problems

Workplace Delivery & Development team

Every year, one in four of us in Scotland will experience a mental health problem.

This means it’s highly likely that people within your organisation are affected, but there is still a culture of fear and silence around mental health, especially in the workplace.

In fact, over 50% of people have felt pressured to avoid discussing their mental health needs at work. We know from experience that creating a mentally healthy workplace is good for both employees and employers.

A mentally healthy workplace is more productive, has lower staff turnover and fewer absences.

Find out more about working with us in the video below.

Whether you're looking to spark a company-wide shift in mental health culture or simply include some of our awareness sessions as part of your learning and development offer, choosing us isn’t just a wise choice – it’s a strategic one.

Creating mentally healthy workplaces

We are proud to work alongside partners across the public, private and voluntary sectors, offering a wide range of products and services.

Hear from some partners we've recently collaborated with

I've worked in L&D for a number of years and this is probably the one course that stands out for me in all the deliveries that we've done, where we get high attendance and people want to go and attend… It's down to what you guys do and the quality of what you deliver. "

The trainer's dynamic interaction style makes them personable and memorable. People are able to relate to that and it makes them want to actually go along to training. "