Did you know that 1 in 5 adults in the UK are living with a common mental health problem?
Would it surprise you if we said 1 in 5 young people aged 8 - 25 years say they have a probable mental health problem?
How do you feel when we say that the economic and social costs of mental ill health in the UK is now at a staggering £300 billion?
These statistics are huge numbers don’t you think? If you look around how many people do you know who are experiencing poor mental health or who have a mental health diagnosis?
What we know from research is that support for mental health is declining due to less funding, which means there are more people in our communities that are struggling without that support. For many people, having someone who will listen to them really helps them to feel less isolated and more supported whilst they are waiting for professional help. For some, this is enough to help them find the strength to make changes to improve their mental health.
Do you feel confident to ask someone how they are feeling? How comfortable are you in listening to someone talk about their mental health? If you’re answer to these questions are not very confident or comfortable then you are not alone. Many people still struggle to have open conversations because they are afraid of what the answers might be and they don’t know how to help.
If you would like to become more confident in having mental health conversations with family, friends and people in your community, then our workshops will give you the knowledge, skills and support to do that. The more people we have in our communities that are willing to listen, understand and be the voice for those who are not confident to speak up, the less people will be struggling in silence and will find the courage to get the help they need. Making our community a place where people feel connected, supported and thrive.
What we do
We offer a variety or mental health workshops and courses that help to increase your knowledge, skills and confidence in supporting people around you to look after their mental wellbeing. Alongside this we offer specific parent wellbeing programmes that will help you to prepare mentally and emotionally for becoming a parent, and support you throughout your parenting journey. Afterall, preparing mentally and emotionally is just as important as preparing physically for your babies arrival!
MHFA
Increase your knowledge on mental health including common mental illnesses and how to spot the signs when someone may be struggling with their mental health
Build your confidence to support others experiencing a mental health crisis
Learn different ways of preserving mental health including support that is available
Build your confidence in talk to someone about their mental health
Be part of the Association of Mental Health First Aiders. Feel supported, inspired and empowered
Have a quarterly check-in with Jodie so you are never alone
MHFA England value this course at £325 per person, however we are pleased to be able to offer this course for £200 per person
This course is suitable for 18+ years
The Association of MHFAiders gives you 24/7 digital support, a variety of learning resources and networking opportunities
Mental Health Workshops
Jodie is a MHFA England Instructor Member. We offer a variety of courses from two day in-depth Mental Health First Aid, Refresher courses and mental health awareness courses.
Mental Health Aware
Improve your knowledge on what mental health is
Increase your confidence to challenge stigma and discrimination
Gain a basic knowledge of some common mental illnesses
Learn basic skills on how to support someone in distress or who may be experiencing mental health issues
Investment £100 per person
MHFA Refresher
Update your knowledge on mental health
Refresh your MHFAider skills
Share best practice
Network with other MHFAiders
Refresh your membership with the Association of Mental Health First Aiders
MHFA England value this course at £150 however we are pleased to be able to offer this course at £100 per person
Nourish Mama : Antenatal mental wellbeing preparation group
Join our Nourish Mama group and take time for you. Time to slow down, relax and reflect on your mental wellbeing before your baby arrives whilst meeting other mums on their parenting journey
Our Nourish Mama group is open to pregnant mums in their third trimester
Through mindfulness, journaling, relaxation and conversations, together we explore ways of keeping mentally well throughout early parenthood
Our groups run over six weeks with a two hour session each week.
We explore different aspects of our mental wellbeing and learn tools and tips for maintaining mental balance for when baby arrives. Our sessions are based around Nurturing ourselves, Emotions, Connections, Nourishment, Healing & Recovery and Identity
You will receive a take home guide that you can refer back to as and when needed
You will be welcomed with a hot drink and snack
Investment : £130 for the six week programme
We can make this a private session just for you or you and your partner
Our Nurture Group is recommended for parents in the first year after the birth of their baby
We take time to connect with your baby and use mindfulness, journaling and conversations to explore ways to preserve and protect your mental health and build resilience
Our Nurture Group runs for two hours over six 6 weeks and we explore how to cope with worries and challenges that being a new parent may bring which will help to build resilience and strengthen your mental wellbeing
You will meet new parents and together we will support each other on our parenting journey
We welcome babies to our groups and will have a cuppa tea and toys waiting for you!
Investment : £130 for the six week programme including a Beyond Birth Guide
If you would prefer this group on a one to one basis or for you and your partner, please contact us
Nurture : Beyond Birth A mindful guide to early parenting group
Now your baby has arrived our Nurture Group will support you in keeping your mental health in balance
Our Mothers Circles run for two hours and will give you the time to release the mental load of being a mum, pause, reflect, relax, share and support each other
Each circle will have a different focus and we use music, mindfulness, visualisation, journaling and other creative ways of expressing our feelings and emotions to build resilience.
You will have an opportunity to share thoughts, achievements and ask questions but there is no pressure to share
A warm drink and snacks will be ready and waiting.
You can join our Whatsapp group to keep connected
Investment : £15 per circle
Mothers Circles
Take some time for you and release the pressure of motherhood in a supportive space. Enjoy some peace, relaxation, support other mums and have fun.
To find out more about any of the above workshops and programmes please get in touch with me and we can arrange a time to chat more to make sure it is what you are looking for.
Thanks, Jodie
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