Talking therapies, or psychological therapies, are effective and confidential treatments delivered by fully trained and accredited NHS practitioners. They can help with common mental health problems like stress, anxiety and depression.
Self-referral
Stop Smoking Services
Find a stop smoking service near you.
PEARS (eye service)
Patients can self-refer to Specsavers/Martin Kemp at Foxy Valley for:
Eye problems, including but not limited to:
• Flashes and Floaters
• Headaches
• Non – specific visual blur / reduced vision – consider a
routine eye examination first
• Red eye (unless you consider symptoms extreme
requiring emergency referral)
• Chronic dry/irritable eye
Social Prescriber Service
Social prescribing is a vital approach that enables patients to connect with local, non-clinical services that support overall wellbeing.
Many factors contribute to a person’s health, including social connections, economic stability, and access to supportive environments. Social prescribing seeks to address these needs holistically, empowering individuals to take a proactive role in managing their health.
When submitting your self-referral, please ensure you type in the free text box at the end of the form adding; "Stocksbridge Leisure Centre"
Podiatry
Self-refer to podiatry services.
Veterans - Op COURAGE
Mental health service for veterans Op COURAGE can be self referral.
Sexual Health Online— free home STI testing kit
If you live in Sheffield, Sexual Health Online is a service for people without symptoms.
If you do not have any symptoms and have not knowingly been in contact sexually with someone with an infection, just register and complete the online consultation.
If the service is right for you, a free kit will be posted out so you can collect your samples and return them for testing. The results will be available in a few days.
Vasectomy Referral
A non-scalpel vasectomy service to NHS patients registered with Sheffield Practices.
Page last reviewed: 12 June 2026
Page created: 23 April 2026
Page created: 23 April 2026