MindWell
MindWell is the NHS funded, single 'go to' place for information about mental health in Leeds. It provides a portal for anyone living or working in Leeds, including GPs and other professionals, to get quick, easy and direct access to up-to-date mental health information, including:
- Clear, accurate information about support and services available in Leeds
- Information about a range of common mental health problems such as anxiety and stress
- Self-help tools and information including downloadable resources, videos and animations
Leeds Community Healthcare IAPT
Improving Access to Psychological Therapies service will help you discover what mental health services are available within, or funded by, the NHS. You can refer yourself online but if you feel unable to complete an online assessment or need some support simply call 0113 843 4388
Leeds Mind Peer Support
Leeds Mind Peer Support, to which you must refer yourself, is headquartered at Clarence House, Horsforth but offers a wide range of Peer led group work courses, one day workshops and regular support groups at various locations in Leeds. It has conducted some of these at Oakwood Church. Their programme may include:
Introduction to group work (IGW) One 2 hr session
Experience Peer led group work and discover if our approach to learning from others with similar feelings and experiences is a good choice for you at this time
Courses Usually 2½ hour sessions over consecutive weeks e.g.
Managing my mental health - 6 sessions
Assertiveness skills - 6 sessions
Building self esteem - 6 sessions
Mindfulness and meditation - 5 sessions
Anger - 4 sessions
Self compassion - 4 sessions
Workshops Usually one 4 hour session (including a 30 minute refreshment break) e.g.
Managing depression
Managing anxiety
Setting boundaries
Building resilience
Emotional eating
Managing loss
Managing self harm
Attendance is usually free but Leeds Mind is a charity so if you can afford a donation it will always be welcomed. To find out more and book a place please
