Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.

Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing.

This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.
 

Our female survivors of sexual abuse course is 12 sessions over a 12 week duration. This course is suitable for any individual who has experienced sexual abuse as a young person. The course is facilitated by Jeanette– themselves a survivor of sexual abuse – who has been facilitating such courses over many years.

Over the first six weeks, participants are made to feel at ease, comfortable, and enabled to talk and share their thoughts and feelings, whilst listening to others’ experiences. The facilitator enables individuals to share ongoing symptoms relating to their abuse including possible self-blame; common feelings of guilt; problematic emotional difficulties; flashbacks and possible hallucinations.

Gradually participants are introduced to various session-based exercises exploring their sense of self and feelings relating to this. Coping strategies are introduced, shared, and explored within the group with the aim of seeking to enhance wellbeing, outlook and self-esteem. Together the group are encouraged and supported on a pathway to understanding and recovery.

Over the remaining six weeks of the course participants are given the opportunity to learn and practice self-help, CBT-based, strategies from the “Living Life to the Full” programme, for dealing with and improving; low mood and related inactivity; negative thinking styles; poor self-esteem; problem-solving and solution-focused approaches. At the time of course conclusion, participants have improved wellbeing levels, with feelings of positivity and a strong sense of empowerment.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Jeanette on 07896 146 413 or email [email protected]

Male Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Course

Our Survivors of sexual abuse course is 12 sessions over a 12 week duration. This course is suitable for any individual who has experienced sexual abuse as a young person. The course is facilitated by Jeanette – themselves a survivor of sexual abuse – who has been facilitating such courses over many years.

Over the first six weeks participants are made to feel at ease, comfortable, and enabled to talk and share their thoughts and feelings, whilst listening to others experiences. The facilitator enables individuals to share ongoing symptoms relating to their abuse including possible self-blame; common feelings of guilt; problematic emotional difficulties; flashbacks and possible hallucinations.

Gradually participants are introduced to various session-based exercises exploring their sense of self and feelings relating to this. Coping strategies are introduced, shared and explored within the group with the aim of seeking to enhance wellbeing, outlook, and self-esteem. Together the group are encouraged and supported on a pathway to understanding and recovery.

Over the remaining six weeks of the course participants are given the opportunity to learn and practice self-help, CBT-based, strategies from the “Living Life to the Full” programme, for dealing with and improving; low mood and related inactivity; negative thinking styles; poor self-esteem; problem-solving and solution-focused approaches. At the time of course conclusion, participants have improved wellbeing levels, with feelings of positivity and a strong sense of empowerment.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Jeanette on 07896 146 413 or [email protected]

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.

Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.

Relaxation Session

Our fast paced society with its demands and pressures can cause people to push their minds and bodies to the limit, often to detriment of our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Relaxation techniques are helpful tools to help cope with stress and anxiety and lead to the promotion of overall long term health.

Relaxation slows the body down and quietens the mind. The technique used is called ‘Progressive Muscle Relaxation’. It involves slowly tensing and then releasing each muscle group in the body, starting with the muscles in the toes and finishing with those in the head. It encourage people to ‘be in the present’ moment and take ‘time out’ to focus on the wellbeing of their body and mind.

The approximate average attendance for the group is 6/7 people. You can choose whether to sit down on a chair or lie down on a mat (mats are provided). You are welcome to bring a blanket to cover yourself and/ or a cushion for your head or feet. You are welcome to remove your shoes to aid your relaxation.

The session lasts approximately 45 minutes. The facilitator will talk you through a guided relaxation where you’ll be asked to tense and relax your muscles, concentrate on your breathing and repeat some affirmations. It is beneficial to close your eyes but this is not necessary if you do not feel comfortable with this.

The relaxation sessions start promptly at the time detailed. You need to turn up before that time in order to get settled and ready. The facilitator closes the door when the class is due to start – after that people are not allowed in so as not to disrupt the group.

These sessions will run for 12 weeks.  This to maintain small group sizes and allow other service users to participate. 

If you have any further questions about this course then please contact Alice on 07766140904

Thank you.

We hope you enjoy and benefit from this activity.

To enquire about booking a place on this course please contact Alice on 07766 140 904 or email [email protected] 

The men’s peer support group offers men the opportunity to have contact with others in a similar situation and the opportunity to explore positive ways of coping with anxiety and depression. 

This is a safe space in which participants can share their experiences of mental wellbeing, whilst learning from others. 

Participants are given the opportunity to select from a range of relevant topics, which will shape the content of the 12 weeks.  Topics range from men’s health, relationships, relaxation, exercise, motivation. 

Duration: This is a 12 week support group, spread over weekly 2 hour sessions.

Group size: capacity for up to 12 participants.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Alan on 07969 198 926 or email [email protected]

Relaxation Sessions

Our fast-paced society with its demands and pressures can cause people to push their minds and bodies to the limit, often to detriment of our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Relaxation techniques are helpful tools to help cope with stress and anxiety and lead to the promotion of overall long-term health.

Relaxation slows the body down and quietens the mind. The technique used is called ‘Progressive Muscle Relaxation’. It involves slowly tensing and then releasing each muscle group in the body, starting with the muscles in the toes and finishing with those in the head. It encourage people to ‘be in the present’ moment and take ‘time out’ to focus on the wellbeing of their body and mind.

The approximate average attendance for the group is 6/7 people. You can choose whether to sit down on a chair or lie down on a mat (mats are provided). You are welcome to bring a blanket to cover yourself and/ or a cushion for your head or feet. You are welcome to remove your shoes to aid your relaxation.

The session lasts approximately 45 minutes. The facilitator will talk you through a guided relaxation where you’ll be asked to tense and relax your muscles, concentrate on your breathing and repeat some affirmations. It is beneficial to close your eyes but this is not necessary if you do not feel comfortable with this.

The relaxation sessions start promptly at the time detailed. You need to turn up before that time in order to get settled and ready. The facilitator closes the door when the class is due to start – after that people are not allowed in so as not to disrupt the group.

These sessions will run for 12 weeks.  This to maintain small group sizes and allow other service users to participate. 

If you have any further questions about this course then please contact Alice on 07766140904

Thank you.

We hope you enjoy and benefit from this activity.

To enquire about booking a place on this course please contact Alice on 07766 140 904 or email [email protected] 

The women’s support group provides a safe space where women can share their experiences of mental wellbeing. The aim of the group is to empower and support women to make positive changes to improve their emotional and physical health.

Various topics are discussed such as managing stress/ mental health issues, exercise, hobbies, and self-esteem. There will be an opportunity for participants to create their own wellbeing toolkit which can be used as a self-help resource. The support is provided by discussions, information sessions, peer support, and activities.

This is a 12 week support group over 1 and half hours a week. The group size is up to 12 participants.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Shagufta on 07837805205 or email [email protected]

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.
Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.
 

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.

Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing.

This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.
 

Female Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Course

Our female survivors of sexual abuse course is 12 sessions over a 12 week duration. This course is suitable for any individual who has experienced sexual abuse as a young person. The course is facilitated by Jeanette– themselves a survivor of sexual abuse – who has been facilitating such courses over many years.

Over the first six weeks, participants are made to feel at ease, comfortable, and enabled to talk and share their thoughts and feelings, whilst listening to others’ experiences. The facilitator enables individuals to share ongoing symptoms relating to their abuse including possible self-blame; common feelings of guilt; problematic emotional difficulties; flashbacks and possible hallucinations.

Gradually participants are introduced to various session-based exercises exploring their sense of self and feelings relating to this. Coping strategies are introduced, shared, and explored within the group with the aim of seeking to enhance wellbeing, outlook and self-esteem. Together the group are encouraged and supported on a pathway to understanding and recovery.

Over the remaining six weeks of the course participants are given the opportunity to learn and practice self-help, CBT-based, strategies from the “Living Life to the Full” programme, for dealing with and improving; low mood and related inactivity; negative thinking styles; poor self-esteem; problem-solving and solution-focused approaches. At the time of course conclusion, participants have improved wellbeing levels, with feelings of positivity and a strong sense of empowerment.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Jeanette on 07896 146 413 or email [email protected]
 

Male Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Course

Our male survivors of sexual abuse course is 12 sessions over a 12 week duration. This course is suitable for any individual who has experienced sexual abuse as a young person. The course is facilitated by Jeanette – themselves a survivor of sexual abuse – who has been facilitating such courses over many years.

Over the first six weeks, participants are made to feel at ease, comfortable, and enabled to talk and share their thoughts and feelings, whilst listening to others’ experiences. The facilitator enables individuals to share ongoing symptoms relating to their abuse including possible self-blame; common feelings of guilt; problematic emotional difficulties; flashbacks and possible hallucinations.

Gradually participants are introduced to various session-based exercises exploring their sense of self and feelings relating to this. Coping strategies are introduced, shared and explored within the group with the aim of seeking to enhance wellbeing, outlook, and self-esteem. Together the group is encouraged and supported on a pathway to understanding and recovery.

Over the remaining six weeks of the course participants are given the opportunity to learn and practice self-help, CBT-based, strategies from the “Living Life to the Full” programme, for dealing with and improving; low mood and related inactivity; negative thinking styles; poor self-esteem; problem-solving and solution-focused approaches. At the time of course conclusion, participants have improved wellbeing levels, with feelings of positivity and a strong sense of empowerment.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Jeanette on 07896 146 413 or [email protected]

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.

Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.

The men’s peer support group offers men the opportunity to have contact with others in a similar situation and the opportunity to explore positive ways of coping with anxiety and depression. 

This is a safe space in which participants can share their experiences of mental wellbeing, whilst learning from others. 

Participants are given the opportunity to select from a range of relevant topics, which will shape the content of the 12 weeks.  Topics range from men’s health, relationships, relaxation, exercise, motivation. 

Duration: This is a 12 week support group, spread over weekly 2 hour sessions.

Group size: capacity for up to 12 participants.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Alan on 07969 198 926 or email [email protected]

Relaxation Session

Our fast paced society with its demands and pressures can cause people to push their minds and bodies to the limit, often to detriment of our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Relaxation techniques are helpful tools to help cope with stress and anxiety and lead to the promotion of overall long term health.

Relaxation slows the body down and quietens the mind. The technique used is called ‘Progressive Muscle Relaxation’. It involves slowly tensing and then releasing each muscle group in the body, starting with the muscles in the toes and finishing with those in the head. It encourage people to ‘be in the present’ moment and take ‘time out’ to focus on the wellbeing of their body and mind.

The approximate average attendance for the group is 6/7 people. You can choose whether to sit down on a chair or lie down on a mat (mats are provided). You are welcome to bring a blanket to cover yourself and/ or a cushion for your head or feet. You are welcome to remove your shoes to aid your relaxation.

The session lasts approximately 45 minutes. The facilitator will talk you through a guided relaxation where you’ll be asked to tense and relax your muscles, concentrate on your breathing and repeat some affirmations. It is beneficial to close your eyes but this is not necessary if you do not feel comfortable with this.

The relaxation sessions start promptly at the time detailed. You need to turn up before that time in order to get settled and ready. The facilitator closes the door when the class is due to start – after that people are not allowed in so as not to disrupt the group.

These sessions will run for 12 weeks.  This to maintain small group sizes and allow other service users to participate. 

If you have any further questions about this course then please contact Alice on 07766140904

Thank you.

We hope you enjoy and benefit from this activity.

To enquire about booking a place on this course please contact Alice on 07766 140 904 or email [email protected] 

Relaxation Session

Our fast paced society with its demands and pressures can cause people to push their minds and bodies to the limit, often to detriment of our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Relaxation techniques are helpful tools to help cope with stress and anxiety and lead to the promotion of overall long term health.

Relaxation slows the body down and quietens the mind. The technique used is called ‘Progressive Muscle Relaxation’. It involves slowly tensing and then releasing each muscle group in the body, starting with the muscles in the toes and finishing with those in the head. It encourage people to ‘be in the present’ moment and take ‘time out’ to focus on the wellbeing of their body and mind.

The approximate average attendance for the group is 6/7 people. You can choose whether to sit down on a chair or lie down on a mat (mats are provided). You are welcome to bring a blanket to cover yourself and/ or a cushion for your head or feet. You are welcome to remove your shoes to aid your relaxation.

The session lasts approximately 45 minutes. The facilitator will talk you through a guided relaxation where you’ll be asked to tense and relax your muscles, concentrate on your breathing and repeat some affirmations. It is beneficial to close your eyes but this is not necessary if you do not feel comfortable with this.

The relaxation sessions start promptly at the time detailed. You need to turn up before that time in order to get settled and ready. The facilitator closes the door when the class is due to start – after that people are not allowed in so as not to disrupt the group.

These sessions will run for 12 weeks.  This to maintain small group sizes and allow other service users to participate. 

If you have any further questions about this course then please contact Alice on 07766140904

Thank you.

We hope you enjoy and benefit from this activity.

To enquire about booking a place on this course please contact Alice on 07766 140 904 or email [email protected] 

Relaxation Sessions

Our fast-paced society with its demands and pressures can cause people to push their minds and bodies to the limit, often to detriment of our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Relaxation techniques are helpful tools to help cope with stress and anxiety and lead to the promotion of overall long-term health.

Relaxation slows the body down and quietens the mind. The technique used is called ‘Progressive Muscle Relaxation’. It involves slowly tensing and then releasing each muscle group in the body, starting with the muscles in the toes and finishing with those in the head. It encourage people to ‘be in the present’ moment and take ‘time out’ to focus on the wellbeing of their body and mind.

The approximate average attendance for the group is 6/7 people. You can choose whether to sit down on a chair or lie down on a mat (mats are provided). You are welcome to bring a blanket to cover yourself and/ or a cushion for your head or feet. You are welcome to remove your shoes to aid your relaxation.

The session lasts approximately 45 minutes. The facilitator will talk you through a guided relaxation where you’ll be asked to tense and relax your muscles, concentrate on your breathing and repeat some affirmations. It is beneficial to close your eyes but this is not necessary if you do not feel comfortable with this.

The relaxation sessions start promptly at the time detailed. You need to turn up before that time in order to get settled and ready. The facilitator closes the door when the class is due to start – after that people are not allowed in so as not to disrupt the group.

These sessions will run for 12 weeks.  This to maintain small group sizes and allow other service users to participate. 

If you have any further questions about this course then please contact Alice on 07766140904

Thank you.

We hope you enjoy and benefit from this activity.

To enquire about booking a place on this course please contact Alice on 07766 140 904 or email [email protected] 

The women’s support group provides a safe space where women can share their experiences of mental wellbeing. The aim of the group is to empower and support women to make positive changes to improve their emotional and physical health.

Various topics are discussed such as managing stress/ mental health issues, exercise, hobbies, and self-esteem. There will be an opportunity for participants to create their own wellbeing toolkit which can be used as a self-help resource. The support is provided by discussions, information sessions, peer support, and activities.

This is a 12 week support group over 1 and half hours a week. The group size is up to 12 participants.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Shagufta on 07837805205 or email [email protected]

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.
Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.
 

Anxiety & Depression Support Group

The Anxiety & Depression peer support group is open to adults affected by depression, low mood, stress or anxiety. It offers the opportunity for confidential support, contact with others in a similar situation and the opportunity to explore positive ways of coping with anxiety and depression.

Participants are given the opportunity to select from a range of relevant topics, which will shape the content of the 12 weeks.  Topics range from sleep, panic attacks, mood food, motivation, relaxation. 

Duration:

This is a 12 week support group, spread over weekly 1.5 hour sessions.

Group size: capacity for up to 12 participants.

To book on to this course please contact Jeanette 07896 146 413 [email protected]
 

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.

Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing.

This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.
 

Female Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Course

Our female survivors of sexual abuse course is 12 sessions over a 12 week duration. This course is suitable for any individual who has experienced sexual abuse as a young person. The course is facilitated by Jeanette– themselves a survivor of sexual abuse – who has been facilitating such courses over many years.

Over the first six weeks, participants are made to feel at ease, comfortable, and enabled to talk and share their thoughts and feelings, whilst listening to others’ experiences. The facilitator enables individuals to share ongoing symptoms relating to their abuse including possible self-blame; common feelings of guilt; problematic emotional difficulties; flashbacks and possible hallucinations.

Gradually participants are introduced to various session-based exercises exploring their sense of self and feelings relating to this. Coping strategies are introduced, shared, and explored within the group with the aim of seeking to enhance wellbeing, outlook and self-esteem. Together the group are encouraged and supported on a pathway to understanding and recovery.

Over the remaining six weeks of the course participants are given the opportunity to learn and practice self-help, CBT-based, strategies from the “Living Life to the Full” programme, for dealing with and improving; low mood and related inactivity; negative thinking styles; poor self-esteem; problem-solving and solution-focused approaches. At the time of course conclusion, participants have improved wellbeing levels, with feelings of positivity and a strong sense of empowerment.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Jeanette on 07896 146 413 or email [email protected]
 

Male Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Course

Our male survivors of sexual abuse course is 12 sessions over a 12 week duration. This course is suitable for any individual who has experienced sexual abuse as a young person. The course is facilitated by Jeanette – themselves a survivor of sexual abuse – who has been facilitating such courses over many years.

Over the first six weeks, participants are made to feel at ease, comfortable, and enabled to talk and share their thoughts and feelings, whilst listening to others’ experiences. The facilitator enables individuals to share ongoing symptoms relating to their abuse including possible self-blame; common feelings of guilt; problematic emotional difficulties; flashbacks and possible hallucinations.

Gradually participants are introduced to various session-based exercises exploring their sense of self and feelings relating to this. Coping strategies are introduced, shared and explored within the group with the aim of seeking to enhance wellbeing, outlook, and self-esteem. Together the group is encouraged and supported on a pathway to understanding and recovery.

Over the remaining six weeks of the course participants are given the opportunity to learn and practice self-help, CBT-based, strategies from the “Living Life to the Full” programme, for dealing with and improving; low mood and related inactivity; negative thinking styles; poor self-esteem; problem-solving and solution-focused approaches. At the time of course conclusion, participants have improved wellbeing levels, with feelings of positivity and a strong sense of empowerment.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Jeanette on 07896 146 413 or [email protected]

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.

Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.

The men’s peer support group offers men the opportunity to have contact with others in a similar situation and the opportunity to explore positive ways of coping with anxiety and depression. 

This is a safe space in which participants can share their experiences of mental wellbeing, whilst learning from others. 

Participants are given the opportunity to select from a range of relevant topics, which will shape the content of the 12 weeks.  Topics range from men’s health, relationships, relaxation, exercise, motivation. 

Duration: This is a 12 week support group, spread over weekly 2 hour sessions.

Group size: capacity for up to 12 participants.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Alan on 07969 198 926 or email [email protected]

Relaxation Session

Our fast paced society with its demands and pressures can cause people to push their minds and bodies to the limit, often to detriment of our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Relaxation techniques are helpful tools to help cope with stress and anxiety and lead to the promotion of overall long term health.

Relaxation slows the body down and quietens the mind. The technique used is called ‘Progressive Muscle Relaxation’. It involves slowly tensing and then releasing each muscle group in the body, starting with the muscles in the toes and finishing with those in the head. It encourage people to ‘be in the present’ moment and take ‘time out’ to focus on the wellbeing of their body and mind.

The approximate average attendance for the group is 6/7 people. You can choose whether to sit down on a chair or lie down on a mat (mats are provided). You are welcome to bring a blanket to cover yourself and/ or a cushion for your head or feet. You are welcome to remove your shoes to aid your relaxation.

The session lasts approximately 45 minutes. The facilitator will talk you through a guided relaxation where you’ll be asked to tense and relax your muscles, concentrate on your breathing and repeat some affirmations. It is beneficial to close your eyes but this is not necessary if you do not feel comfortable with this.

The relaxation sessions start promptly at the time detailed. You need to turn up before that time in order to get settled and ready. The facilitator closes the door when the class is due to start – after that people are not allowed in so as not to disrupt the group.

These sessions will run for 12 weeks.  This to maintain small group sizes and allow other service users to participate. 

If you have any further questions about this course then please contact Alice on 07766140904

Thank you.

We hope you enjoy and benefit from this activity.

To enquire about booking a place on this course please contact Alice on 07766 140 904 or email [email protected] 

Relaxation Sessions

Our fast-paced society with its demands and pressures can cause people to push their minds and bodies to the limit, often to detriment of our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Relaxation techniques are helpful tools to help cope with stress and anxiety and lead to the promotion of overall long-term health.

Relaxation slows the body down and quietens the mind. The technique used is called ‘Progressive Muscle Relaxation’. It involves slowly tensing and then releasing each muscle group in the body, starting with the muscles in the toes and finishing with those in the head. It encourage people to ‘be in the present’ moment and take ‘time out’ to focus on the wellbeing of their body and mind.

The approximate average attendance for the group is 6/7 people. You can choose whether to sit down on a chair or lie down on a mat (mats are provided). You are welcome to bring a blanket to cover yourself and/ or a cushion for your head or feet. You are welcome to remove your shoes to aid your relaxation.

The session lasts approximately 45 minutes. The facilitator will talk you through a guided relaxation where you’ll be asked to tense and relax your muscles, concentrate on your breathing and repeat some affirmations. It is beneficial to close your eyes but this is not necessary if you do not feel comfortable with this.

The relaxation sessions start promptly at the time detailed. You need to turn up before that time in order to get settled and ready. The facilitator closes the door when the class is due to start – after that people are not allowed in so as not to disrupt the group.

These sessions will run for 12 weeks.  This to maintain small group sizes and allow other service users to participate. 

If you have any further questions about this course then please contact Alice on 07766140904

Thank you.

We hope you enjoy and benefit from this activity.

To enquire about booking a place on this course please contact Alice on 07766 140 904 or email [email protected] 

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.
Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.
 

Anxiety & Depression Support Group

The Anxiety & Depression peer support group is open to adults affected by depression, low mood, stress or anxiety. It offers the opportunity for confidential support, contact with others in a similar situation and the opportunity to explore positive ways of coping with anxiety and depression.

Participants are given the opportunity to select from a range of relevant topics, which will shape the content of the 12 weeks.  Topics range from sleep, panic attacks, mood food, motivation, relaxation. 

Duration:

This is a 12 week support group, spread over weekly 1.5 hour sessions.

Group size: capacity for up to 12 participants.

To book on to this course please contact Jeanette 07896 146 413 [email protected]
 

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.

Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing.

This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.
 

Female Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Course

Our female survivors of sexual abuse course is 12 sessions over a 12 week duration. This course is suitable for any individual who has experienced sexual abuse as a young person. The course is facilitated by Jeanette– themselves a survivor of sexual abuse – who has been facilitating such courses over many years.

Over the first six weeks, participants are made to feel at ease, comfortable, and enabled to talk and share their thoughts and feelings, whilst listening to others’ experiences. The facilitator enables individuals to share ongoing symptoms relating to their abuse including possible self-blame; common feelings of guilt; problematic emotional difficulties; flashbacks and possible hallucinations.

Gradually participants are introduced to various session-based exercises exploring their sense of self and feelings relating to this. Coping strategies are introduced, shared, and explored within the group with the aim of seeking to enhance wellbeing, outlook and self-esteem. Together the group are encouraged and supported on a pathway to understanding and recovery.

Over the remaining six weeks of the course participants are given the opportunity to learn and practice self-help, CBT-based, strategies from the “Living Life to the Full” programme, for dealing with and improving; low mood and related inactivity; negative thinking styles; poor self-esteem; problem-solving and solution-focused approaches. At the time of course conclusion, participants have improved wellbeing levels, with feelings of positivity and a strong sense of empowerment.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Jeanette on 07896 146 413 or email [email protected]
 

Male Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Course

Our male survivors of sexual abuse course is 12 sessions over a 12 week duration. This course is suitable for any individual who has experienced sexual abuse as a young person. The course is facilitated by Jeanette – themselves a survivor of sexual abuse – who has been facilitating such courses over many years.

Over the first six weeks, participants are made to feel at ease, comfortable, and enabled to talk and share their thoughts and feelings, whilst listening to others’ experiences. The facilitator enables individuals to share ongoing symptoms relating to their abuse including possible self-blame; common feelings of guilt; problematic emotional difficulties; flashbacks and possible hallucinations.

Gradually participants are introduced to various session-based exercises exploring their sense of self and feelings relating to this. Coping strategies are introduced, shared and explored within the group with the aim of seeking to enhance wellbeing, outlook, and self-esteem. Together the group is encouraged and supported on a pathway to understanding and recovery.

Over the remaining six weeks of the course participants are given the opportunity to learn and practice self-help, CBT-based, strategies from the “Living Life to the Full” programme, for dealing with and improving; low mood and related inactivity; negative thinking styles; poor self-esteem; problem-solving and solution-focused approaches. At the time of course conclusion, participants have improved wellbeing levels, with feelings of positivity and a strong sense of empowerment.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Jeanette on 07896 146 413 or [email protected]

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.

Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.

The men’s peer support group offers men the opportunity to have contact with others in a similar situation and the opportunity to explore positive ways of coping with anxiety and depression. 

This is a safe space in which participants can share their experiences of mental wellbeing, whilst learning from others. 

Participants are given the opportunity to select from a range of relevant topics, which will shape the content of the 12 weeks.  Topics range from men’s health, relationships, relaxation, exercise, motivation. 

Duration: This is a 12 week support group, spread over weekly 2 hour sessions.

Group size: capacity for up to 12 participants.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Alan on 07969 198 926 or email [email protected]

Relaxation Session

Our fast paced society with its demands and pressures can cause people to push their minds and bodies to the limit, often to detriment of our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Relaxation techniques are helpful tools to help cope with stress and anxiety and lead to the promotion of overall long term health.

Relaxation slows the body down and quietens the mind. The technique used is called ‘Progressive Muscle Relaxation’. It involves slowly tensing and then releasing each muscle group in the body, starting with the muscles in the toes and finishing with those in the head. It encourage people to ‘be in the present’ moment and take ‘time out’ to focus on the wellbeing of their body and mind.

The approximate average attendance for the group is 6/7 people. You can choose whether to sit down on a chair or lie down on a mat (mats are provided). You are welcome to bring a blanket to cover yourself and/ or a cushion for your head or feet. You are welcome to remove your shoes to aid your relaxation.

The session lasts approximately 45 minutes. The facilitator will talk you through a guided relaxation where you’ll be asked to tense and relax your muscles, concentrate on your breathing and repeat some affirmations. It is beneficial to close your eyes but this is not necessary if you do not feel comfortable with this.

The relaxation sessions start promptly at the time detailed. You need to turn up before that time in order to get settled and ready. The facilitator closes the door when the class is due to start – after that people are not allowed in so as not to disrupt the group.

These sessions will run for 12 weeks.  This to maintain small group sizes and allow other service users to participate. 

If you have any further questions about this course then please contact Alice on 07766140904

Thank you.

We hope you enjoy and benefit from this activity.

To enquire about booking a place on this course please contact Alice on 07766 140 904 or email [email protected] 

Relaxation Sessions

Our fast-paced society with its demands and pressures can cause people to push their minds and bodies to the limit, often to detriment of our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Relaxation techniques are helpful tools to help cope with stress and anxiety and lead to the promotion of overall long-term health.

Relaxation slows the body down and quietens the mind. The technique used is called ‘Progressive Muscle Relaxation’. It involves slowly tensing and then releasing each muscle group in the body, starting with the muscles in the toes and finishing with those in the head. It encourage people to ‘be in the present’ moment and take ‘time out’ to focus on the wellbeing of their body and mind.

The approximate average attendance for the group is 6/7 people. You can choose whether to sit down on a chair or lie down on a mat (mats are provided). You are welcome to bring a blanket to cover yourself and/ or a cushion for your head or feet. You are welcome to remove your shoes to aid your relaxation.

The session lasts approximately 45 minutes. The facilitator will talk you through a guided relaxation where you’ll be asked to tense and relax your muscles, concentrate on your breathing and repeat some affirmations. It is beneficial to close your eyes but this is not necessary if you do not feel comfortable with this.

The relaxation sessions start promptly at the time detailed. You need to turn up before that time in order to get settled and ready. The facilitator closes the door when the class is due to start – after that people are not allowed in so as not to disrupt the group.

These sessions will run for 12 weeks.  This to maintain small group sizes and allow other service users to participate. 

If you have any further questions about this course then please contact Alice on 07766140904

Thank you.

We hope you enjoy and benefit from this activity.

To enquire about booking a place on this course please contact Alice on 07766 140 904 or email [email protected] 

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.
Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.
 

Anxiety & Depression Support Group

The Anxiety & Depression peer support group is open to adults affected by depression, low mood, stress or anxiety. It offers the opportunity for confidential support, contact with others in a similar situation and the opportunity to explore positive ways of coping with anxiety and depression.

Participants are given the opportunity to select from a range of relevant topics, which will shape the content of the 12 weeks.  Topics range from sleep, panic attacks, mood food, motivation, relaxation. 

Duration:

This is a 12 week support group, spread over weekly 1.5 hour sessions.

Group size: capacity for up to 12 participants.

To book on to this course please contact Jeanette 07896 146 413 [email protected]
 

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.

Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing.

This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.
 

Female Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Course

Our female survivors of sexual abuse course is 12 sessions over a 12 week duration. This course is suitable for any individual who has experienced sexual abuse as a young person. The course is facilitated by Jeanette– themselves a survivor of sexual abuse – who has been facilitating such courses over many years.

Over the first six weeks, participants are made to feel at ease, comfortable, and enabled to talk and share their thoughts and feelings, whilst listening to others’ experiences. The facilitator enables individuals to share ongoing symptoms relating to their abuse including possible self-blame; common feelings of guilt; problematic emotional difficulties; flashbacks and possible hallucinations.

Gradually participants are introduced to various session-based exercises exploring their sense of self and feelings relating to this. Coping strategies are introduced, shared, and explored within the group with the aim of seeking to enhance wellbeing, outlook and self-esteem. Together the group are encouraged and supported on a pathway to understanding and recovery.

Over the remaining six weeks of the course participants are given the opportunity to learn and practice self-help, CBT-based, strategies from the “Living Life to the Full” programme, for dealing with and improving; low mood and related inactivity; negative thinking styles; poor self-esteem; problem-solving and solution-focused approaches. At the time of course conclusion, participants have improved wellbeing levels, with feelings of positivity and a strong sense of empowerment.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Jeanette on 07896 146 413 or email [email protected]
 

Male Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Course

Our male survivors of sexual abuse course is 12 sessions over a 12 week duration. This course is suitable for any individual who has experienced sexual abuse as a young person. The course is facilitated by Jeanette – themselves a survivor of sexual abuse – who has been facilitating such courses over many years.

Over the first six weeks, participants are made to feel at ease, comfortable, and enabled to talk and share their thoughts and feelings, whilst listening to others’ experiences. The facilitator enables individuals to share ongoing symptoms relating to their abuse including possible self-blame; common feelings of guilt; problematic emotional difficulties; flashbacks and possible hallucinations.

Gradually participants are introduced to various session-based exercises exploring their sense of self and feelings relating to this. Coping strategies are introduced, shared and explored within the group with the aim of seeking to enhance wellbeing, outlook, and self-esteem. Together the group is encouraged and supported on a pathway to understanding and recovery.

Over the remaining six weeks of the course participants are given the opportunity to learn and practice self-help, CBT-based, strategies from the “Living Life to the Full” programme, for dealing with and improving; low mood and related inactivity; negative thinking styles; poor self-esteem; problem-solving and solution-focused approaches. At the time of course conclusion, participants have improved wellbeing levels, with feelings of positivity and a strong sense of empowerment.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Jeanette on 07896 146 413 or [email protected]

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.

Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.

The men’s peer support group offers men the opportunity to have contact with others in a similar situation and the opportunity to explore positive ways of coping with anxiety and depression. 

This is a safe space in which participants can share their experiences of mental wellbeing, whilst learning from others. 

Participants are given the opportunity to select from a range of relevant topics, which will shape the content of the 12 weeks.  Topics range from men’s health, relationships, relaxation, exercise, motivation. 

Duration: This is a 12 week support group, spread over weekly 2 hour sessions.

Group size: capacity for up to 12 participants.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Alan on 07969 198 926 or email [email protected]

Relaxation Session

Our fast paced society with its demands and pressures can cause people to push their minds and bodies to the limit, often to detriment of our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Relaxation techniques are helpful tools to help cope with stress and anxiety and lead to the promotion of overall long term health.

Relaxation slows the body down and quietens the mind. The technique used is called ‘Progressive Muscle Relaxation’. It involves slowly tensing and then releasing each muscle group in the body, starting with the muscles in the toes and finishing with those in the head. It encourage people to ‘be in the present’ moment and take ‘time out’ to focus on the wellbeing of their body and mind.

The approximate average attendance for the group is 6/7 people. You can choose whether to sit down on a chair or lie down on a mat (mats are provided). You are welcome to bring a blanket to cover yourself and/ or a cushion for your head or feet. You are welcome to remove your shoes to aid your relaxation.

The session lasts approximately 45 minutes. The facilitator will talk you through a guided relaxation where you’ll be asked to tense and relax your muscles, concentrate on your breathing and repeat some affirmations. It is beneficial to close your eyes but this is not necessary if you do not feel comfortable with this.

The relaxation sessions start promptly at the time detailed. You need to turn up before that time in order to get settled and ready. The facilitator closes the door when the class is due to start – after that people are not allowed in so as not to disrupt the group.

These sessions will run for 12 weeks.  This to maintain small group sizes and allow other service users to participate. 

If you have any further questions about this course then please contact Alice on 07766140904

Thank you.

We hope you enjoy and benefit from this activity.

To enquire about booking a place on this course please contact Alice on 07766 140 904 or email [email protected] 

Relaxation Sessions

Our fast-paced society with its demands and pressures can cause people to push their minds and bodies to the limit, often to detriment of our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Relaxation techniques are helpful tools to help cope with stress and anxiety and lead to the promotion of overall long-term health.

Relaxation slows the body down and quietens the mind. The technique used is called ‘Progressive Muscle Relaxation’. It involves slowly tensing and then releasing each muscle group in the body, starting with the muscles in the toes and finishing with those in the head. It encourage people to ‘be in the present’ moment and take ‘time out’ to focus on the wellbeing of their body and mind.

The approximate average attendance for the group is 6/7 people. You can choose whether to sit down on a chair or lie down on a mat (mats are provided). You are welcome to bring a blanket to cover yourself and/ or a cushion for your head or feet. You are welcome to remove your shoes to aid your relaxation.

The session lasts approximately 45 minutes. The facilitator will talk you through a guided relaxation where you’ll be asked to tense and relax your muscles, concentrate on your breathing and repeat some affirmations. It is beneficial to close your eyes but this is not necessary if you do not feel comfortable with this.

The relaxation sessions start promptly at the time detailed. You need to turn up before that time in order to get settled and ready. The facilitator closes the door when the class is due to start – after that people are not allowed in so as not to disrupt the group.

These sessions will run for 12 weeks.  This to maintain small group sizes and allow other service users to participate. 

If you have any further questions about this course then please contact Alice on 07766140904

Thank you.

We hope you enjoy and benefit from this activity.

To enquire about booking a place on this course please contact Alice on 07766 140 904 or email [email protected] 

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.
Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.
 

Anxiety & Depression Support Group

The Anxiety & Depression peer support group is open to adults affected by depression, low mood, stress or anxiety. It offers the opportunity for confidential support, contact with others in a similar situation and the opportunity to explore positive ways of coping with anxiety and depression.

Participants are given the opportunity to select from a range of relevant topics, which will shape the content of the 12 weeks.  Topics range from sleep, panic attacks, mood food, motivation, relaxation. 

Duration:

This is a 12 week support group, spread over weekly 1.5 hour sessions.

Group size: capacity for up to 12 participants.

To book on to this course please contact Jeanette 07896 146 413 [email protected]
 

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.

Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing.

This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.
 

Female Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Course

Our female survivors of sexual abuse course is 12 sessions over a 12 week duration. This course is suitable for any individual who has experienced sexual abuse as a young person. The course is facilitated by Jeanette– themselves a survivor of sexual abuse – who has been facilitating such courses over many years.

Over the first six weeks, participants are made to feel at ease, comfortable, and enabled to talk and share their thoughts and feelings, whilst listening to others’ experiences. The facilitator enables individuals to share ongoing symptoms relating to their abuse including possible self-blame; common feelings of guilt; problematic emotional difficulties; flashbacks and possible hallucinations.

Gradually participants are introduced to various session-based exercises exploring their sense of self and feelings relating to this. Coping strategies are introduced, shared, and explored within the group with the aim of seeking to enhance wellbeing, outlook and self-esteem. Together the group are encouraged and supported on a pathway to understanding and recovery.

Over the remaining six weeks of the course participants are given the opportunity to learn and practice self-help, CBT-based, strategies from the “Living Life to the Full” programme, for dealing with and improving; low mood and related inactivity; negative thinking styles; poor self-esteem; problem-solving and solution-focused approaches. At the time of course conclusion, participants have improved wellbeing levels, with feelings of positivity and a strong sense of empowerment.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Jeanette on 07896 146 413 or email [email protected]
 

Male Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Course

Our male survivors of sexual abuse course is 12 sessions over a 12 week duration. This course is suitable for any individual who has experienced sexual abuse as a young person. The course is facilitated by Jeanette – themselves a survivor of sexual abuse – who has been facilitating such courses over many years.

Over the first six weeks, participants are made to feel at ease, comfortable, and enabled to talk and share their thoughts and feelings, whilst listening to others’ experiences. The facilitator enables individuals to share ongoing symptoms relating to their abuse including possible self-blame; common feelings of guilt; problematic emotional difficulties; flashbacks and possible hallucinations.

Gradually participants are introduced to various session-based exercises exploring their sense of self and feelings relating to this. Coping strategies are introduced, shared and explored within the group with the aim of seeking to enhance wellbeing, outlook, and self-esteem. Together the group is encouraged and supported on a pathway to understanding and recovery.

Over the remaining six weeks of the course participants are given the opportunity to learn and practice self-help, CBT-based, strategies from the “Living Life to the Full” programme, for dealing with and improving; low mood and related inactivity; negative thinking styles; poor self-esteem; problem-solving and solution-focused approaches. At the time of course conclusion, participants have improved wellbeing levels, with feelings of positivity and a strong sense of empowerment.

To enquire about a place on this course please contact Jeanette on 07896 146 413 or [email protected]

Are you struggling with your mental health and emotional wellbeing?

Please don’t suffer alone. If you’re feeling anxious, low, are struggling with negative thoughts, or just need someone to talk to, we are here for you.

Our Listening Lounge provides a safe, comfortable, and confidential space that is open out of normal working hours to support anyone over the age of 18 with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. This is a free walk-in or self-referral service that is run by Wellbeing Workers and Volunteers from Rochdale and District Mind, in partnership with local NHS services. Referrals from professionals are welcome with consent from the client.

Opening Times:  

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Please phone 01706 752 338 or 07392 313 880 or email [email protected] for more information.