VÕS HELP Featured in Forbes After Winning Global Recognition Award
- Feb 27
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Leeds based mental health platform VÕS HELP has been featured in Forbes following its 2026 Global Recognition Award win for innovation in mental health technology.
The award recognises organisations creating measurable, scalable impact. VÕS HELP was acknowledged for solving one of the United Kingdom’s most urgent healthcare challenges: delayed access to mental health support.
The Fastest Mental Health App in the UK
VÕS HELP has positioned itself as the fastest mental health app in the UK, connecting users to qualified counsellors in under 60 seconds.
While traditional services often involve waiting lists lasting weeks or months, VÕS HELP provides immediate access via mobile phone using WiFi or data connection.
The platform operates on a pay as you go model:
£20 per session for prescribed support calls
£40 per session with Level 6 qualified practitioners
This pricing structure removes financial barriers that prevent thousands of people in Leeds and across the UK from accessing timely care.
Why This Matters for Leeds
Leeds has seen increasing demand for mental health services, particularly among:
Young professionals
University students
Veterans
Corporate employees
Waiting lists across West Yorkshire continue to stretch services. The Forbes feature highlights how Leeds is becoming a centre for mental health innovation.
By building the platform in Leeds, VÕS HELP aims to:
Support local residents
Reduce workplace absence
Provide fast access during crisis moments
Complement NHS and private services
Recognition for Measurable Impact
The Global Recognition Award panel acknowledged:
Over 1,000 qualified counsellors registered
Over 1,200 calls delivered since launch
A scalable digital infrastructure
Immediate crisis connection capability
Unlike traditional employee assistance programmes, VÕS HELP eliminates referral delays and subscription barriers.
A Leeds Innovation with National Reach
Being featured in Forbes places VÕS HELP alongside internationally recognised innovators.
Founder James Priestley built the platform after witnessing first hand the delays individuals experience when seeking urgent mental health support.
The mission is simple:
Immediate access. Transparent pricing. Professional care.
The Future of Mental Health Access
As demand increases across Leeds and the wider UK, digital solutions must reduce friction, waiting time and cost.
VÕS HELP continues to expand its counsellor network and corporate partnerships while maintaining its core principle:
Fast access to qualified mental health professionals when it matters most.
If you are based in Leeds and need support, VÕS HELP is available via mobile app now.
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