Blogs
The best North Somerset spots for nature therapy
Immerse yourself in nature in North Somerset at these scenic locations – all accessible by public transport! Sophie Neill is…
Read More“The place I wish I’d had” – Ausiah on life at Wellbridge House
Ausiah is a senior recovery navigator who works at Wellbridge House in Bristol, part of the Community Rehabilitation team. He recently sat down with…
Read MoreForest therapy: how can being in nature help our mental health?
Sophie Neill is a wellbeing college tutor at North Somerset Wellbeing College and a forest therapy practitioner, trained with the…
Read MoreNature, wellbeing and the power of writing
It goes without saying that nature and wellbeing go hand in hand. Time and time again, nature has been shown to have an irreplaceable impact on…
Read MoreGive yourself permission to have an imperfect Christmas
We give you permission not to have the perfect festive season! Yes, this time of year has potential. But for those…
Read MoreA reminder to be kind to your mind this festive season
The festive season isn’t always easy. For many of us, it can bring extra financial pressure, social expectations, and a…
Read More“Supporting people with addictions and trauma is a privilege” – Kevin reveals how his personal experiences help him support others
Today we’re pleased to introduce Kevin, one of our dedicated peer support workers in Somerset. Kevin is sharing his story…
Read More“I used to climb mountains”: How Richard found new meaning in life after traumatic loss
After two heart attacks, Richard* went from a life of adventure to struggling with alcohol, drug use and suicidal thoughts. With support from our housing support service Step…
Read MoreHow can we use power correctly – Creating trust, choice and equality in mental health services
As October marks both World Mental Health Day and Black History Month, we’ve decided to focus on a topic which…
Read More“I learnt that being neurodivergent is not a curse, it is simply a different way of being” – Jacqui’s story
For World Mental Health Day this October we are sharing Jacqui’s uplifting story. Through her work with Lottie, her Recovery…
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