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“The place I wish I’d had” – Ausiah on life at Wellbridge House

10 February 2026

Ausiah is a senior recovery navigator who works at Wellbridge House in Bristol, part of the Community Rehabilitation team. He recently sat down with…

Forest therapy: how can being in nature help our mental health?  

28 January 2026

Sophie Neill is a wellbeing college tutor at North Somerset Wellbeing College and a forest therapy practitioner, trained with the…

Nature, wellbeing and the power of writing

21 January 2026

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…

Give yourself permission to have an imperfect Christmas

16 December 2025

We give you permission not to have the perfect festive season!  Yes, this time of year has potential. But for those…

A reminder to be kind to your mind this festive season 

15 December 2025

The festive season isn’t always easy.  For many of us, it can bring extra financial pressure, social expectations, and a…

“Supporting people with addictions and trauma is a privilege” – Kevin reveals how his personal experiences help him support others

18 November 2025

Today we’re pleased to introduce Kevin, one of our dedicated peer support workers in Somerset. Kevin is sharing his story…