Aspire
Aspire operates an open referral system, meaning anyone can refer to our service.
Eligibility criteria
To be accepted, the person being referred must:
- Be aged 14 to 65.
- Consent to the referral.
- Not have received previous treatment for psychosis, unless this was within the last 12 months.
- Be registered with a Leeds GP or are living in Leeds.
If you are unsure whether Aspire is the right service, we encourage you to contact our Duty Team for advice on 0113 200 9170.
Please note: If the person being referred does not consent to a referral, but you believe a referral would be in their best interests, please contact our Duty Team to discuss and agree a plan.
Referral form
Colleagues at Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LYPFT) can make a referral through CareDirector. If you are an external professional or you are referring yourself, or a friend or family member, please use the referral form below.
If you are referring yourself, or a friend or family member, and would prefer to do this by phone, please contact the Aspire Duty Team on 0113 200 9170. A duty worker is available by phone Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm.
Download the referral form. Please email completed referral forms to the Aspire Duty Desk.
Page last updated: 1st Oct 2026 8:52am