Those seeking support for problematic cannabis use can find several points of contact in Hildesheim and the surrounding area. An overview of local and national support services.
## Why This Article Matters
Prevention means not only education before consumption – it also means making access to help as low-threshold as possible. Anyone who feels their own cannabis use is becoming problematic, or who is concerned about someone close to them, deserves quick and straightforward guidance. All counselling services listed here are confidential and subject to professional secrecy.
## Local Counselling Services in Hildesheim
### DROBS Hildesheim (Drug Counselling Centre)
DROBS is the central point of contact for addiction counselling in Hildesheim. It offers free and confidential counselling for those affected, their relatives and anyone interested – regardless of the substance consumed. The services include individual counselling, group sessions, crisis intervention and referral to further treatment. Prior appointment is recommended, but walk-in consultations are also available.
### Caritas Addiction Counselling Hildesheim
The addiction counselling service of the Caritas association for the city and district of Hildesheim also offers free counselling for people with addiction problems and their relatives. The denominational service is explicitly open to all people, regardless of religious affiliation. In addition to individual sessions, Caritas offers outpatient rehabilitation and aftercare.
### Diakonie Hildesheim — Addiction and Social Counselling
The Diakonie addiction and social counselling service complements the local offerings with a focus on social integration. In addition to traditional addiction counselling, the service includes support with social issues that often accompany addiction – such as housing or employment problems.
## National Support Services
### BZgA Telephone Counselling
The Federal Centre for Health Education operates a free and anonymous telephone counselling service at 0800 135 3771 (Monday to Thursday 10am–10pm, Friday to Sunday 10am–6pm). The counsellors are specially trained in addiction issues and can refer to local support services.
### Telefonseelsorge (Crisis Hotline)
In acute crisis situations – including at night and on weekends – the Telefonseelsorge is reachable at 0800 111 0 111 or 0800 111 0 222. The service is free, anonymous and available around the clock.
### Online Counselling: quit-the-shit.net
The BZgA's online programme quit-the-shit.net is specifically aimed at cannabis users who want to reduce or stop their consumption. The programme offers a consumption diary, personal online counselling and information materials.
### drugcom.de
The BZgA's information portal drugcom.de provides comprehensive, scientifically based information on cannabis and other substances as well as self-tests for assessing one's own consumption behaviour.
## BlattWerk e.V. — Internal Support
As a Cannabis Social Club, BlattWerk e.V. has appointed an addiction prevention officer in accordance with KCanG requirements: Jennifer Trebbin is available to all members as a confidential contact person. She can advise on questions about one's own consumption behaviour, help assess warning signs and refer to appropriate professional services. Contact can be made via the association's communication channels or directly through the routes listed on the addiction prevention page.
## The First Step
The hardest step is often the first. It takes courage to admit that support might be helpful. Important to know: addiction counselling is not a judgement. It is an offer to reflect on one's own consumption behaviour in a protected setting – without pressure, without blame and without reporting to authorities.
About this article
Written and reviewed by the BlattWerk e.V. editorial team — licensed cultivation association in Hildesheim. Our articles are based on current legislation, scientific publications and our practical experience as a Cannabis Social Club.
Last updated: 2026-04-06 · Found an error or something missing? Let us know
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