Psychological services

What psychologists do and what they specialize in can vary greatly, so it is important to find a psychologist who is a good fit for the nature of the problem. On the website Psychological Association of Iceland There is a search engine where the public can search for a psychologist by name, location, type of service, or nature of the problem. However, it is not possible to see whether a location is accessible, so it may be necessary to call to get information about that.

Affordable psychological services for students

Many colleges and universities offer psychologist services either inexpensively or for free. You can contact the schools to get information about these services and how to access them.

The healthcare mental health team

Most health clinics offer services from mental health teams that are covered by the health insurance plan. Healthy Living Map Viewer It is possible to find psychological services and mental health teams in most places in the country. Many of these teams include other professionals such as occupational therapists, sports scientists, and physical therapists. Such teamwork can be very helpful for people with mobility impairments in finding accessible resources.

Red Cross Helpline – 1717

If someone needs someone to talk to very urgently, they can contact the Red Cross Helpline, both by phone and on chat. You can get in touch about anything on your mind and receive emotional support, advice, a listening ear, and information about the resources available in Icelandic society. It is important to keep in mind that the advice and services of 1717 are not intended to replace professional treatment. This can be a valuable resource for people with limited mobility who are unable to seek out other services.