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Bedfordshire NHS Talking Therapies offers a range of free and confidential talking therapies

We can help you to learn ways to manage the way you think about things, to improve your overall mood and your approach to the issues you face in your life.

29/11/2023

Men's mental health checklist- a tool crafted to inspire open dialogue and self-reflection.Let's start the conversation and break the stigma surrounding mental health. Explore the checklist, share your thoughts, and join us on this journey to prioritize mental wellness. Together, we're fostering a community where every man feels supported, understood, and empowered. 🤝💚

Need extra support?
Check out our website
https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies
or call
01234 880 400

22/11/2023

In a world that often expects men to be unyielding pillars of strength, the reality is that they too face unique challenges. The silent struggles of men's mental health often go unnoticed, putting them at risk. It's crucial to recognize that seeking help is a sign of courage, not weakness.

Need extra support?

Check out our website
https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies

Or call
01234 880 400

13/11/2023

November is part of Movember where we look at Men’s health from prostate cancer to mental health. This week check in on male friends, colleagues and relatives, spark a conversation because men’s health matters.

Need extra support?

Check out our website
https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies

Or call
01234 880 400

02/11/2023

Today is National Stress Awareness Day!

Stress is concidered a normal part of life, with the majority of us knowing what its like to feel stressed and under pressure. Stress is our bodies reaction to help deal with pressure in our lifes and small amounts of it can be useful.

However, too much stress can have a negative impact and can change the way you feel, your mood, your body and can affect relationships.

Below we have included some tips to help relieve stress as well as links to our stress management and preventing burnout webinars.
Stress Managment: https://forms.office.com/r/60hCbgSy2b

Preventin Burnout: https://forms.office.com/r/7da1E4TbwN

Need more support?

Check out our website at https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies

or Call 01234 880 400

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25/10/2023

Water is a healthy choice to stay hydrated.
You should be drinking 6-8 cups of fluid a day but this differs from person to person as we are all different.

Water is great for helping our brains to function as they should. On the flip side, not getting enough water can lead to tiredness, brain fog, and generally feeling lower. In colder months we often forget to drink enough.

Need extra help? Visit our website at
https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies

or call 01234 880 400

19/10/2023

This week we are looking at Mindfulness.

Mindfulness is about living more in the present moment, appreciating the here and now, and not dwelling too much on the past or future.

While we have some control over the present, we cannot go back and change things that have already happened. We also have less control over future events than we might think.

This means we can spend a lot of energy worrying when it could be more beneficial to focus on and enjoy what is happening right now.

This can help us to feel calmer, reduce stress or anxiety, sleep better and might help us cope better with difficult situations.

Here we have listed some practices for you to try and re-connect with the present moment.

Need some extra help? Check out our website
https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies

Or call us on
01234 880 400

10/10/2023

World Mental Health Day is today!
It's aim is to raise awareness of mental health problems far and wide, as more and more of us are aware of our own mental health. Its also time for action, and we have included some tips on how to action your own mental health by looking at what is and isn't in your control. Putting yourself first isn't selfish, its necssary to help you be the best version you can be.

Need support?
Check out our website on https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies

or call 01234 880 400

05/10/2023

Looking forward to next week and it is OCD awareness week. This common condition which effects 12 in every 1000 people in the UK. Below we have a little snapshot into the condition.

Need help? Check out our website where we have webinars, helpful information and our online referal form.

https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies

Or you can ring 01234 880 400

28/09/2023

Nearing the end of a week what are you going to do for your wellnesss?

Wellness is the act of practicing healthy habits on a daily basis to attain a better mental and physical outcomes for yourself. Doing something small daily or even weekly can help in improving your wellbeing.

Remember we have helpful webinars on our website as well as our self-referal form.
https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies

or you can call
01234 880 400

21/09/2023

With September almost over it has been a busy month for many especially with return to school/collage/university. We wanted to remind you of ways to avoid burn out as prevention is key.

Getting organised- Having a to-do list, updating your calendar, writing notes down can help.

Do something fun - At the end of a week what do you like to do, go for a walk, meet a friend for coffee or read a book. Possibilities are endless.

Schedule Relaxation - Ensure you have time in your day to wind down. Set timers for social media so you aren't tempted to doom scroll for hours, have a bath, make a hot drink.

Reward yourself - Completed a task, folded away laundry, washed the dishes, reward yourself for the little things to help motivate yourself.

Find a support system - Friends, family and pets are great to talk to but what if you need something more? We have a tailord preventing burnout webinar with the link below.
https://forms.office.com/r/7da1E4TbwN

Other helpful webinars

Positive self talk: https://forms.office.com/r/51jitVjHuk

Stress management: https://forms.office.com/r/60hCbgSy2b

Improving Motivation:
https://forms.office.com/r/P7sxm2ubfn

Or you can self refer via our website
https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies
or call 01234 880 400

08/09/2023

It is estimated that there are currently more than 700 000 su***des per year worldwide, and we know that each su***de profoundly affects many more people.

Su***de touches all demographics and cultures, and its impact is devastating for those left behind; family and friends. Therefore, it's crucial that we continually engage in learning and discussion around this sensitive subject.

This day provides us an opportunity to remember those we've lost, to reflect on our practices, and to educate ourselves and our communities on preventing su***de.

The theme this year is 'Creating Hope Through Action'.
This theme serves as a powerful call to action and reminder that there is an alternative to su***de and that through our actions we can encourage hope and strengthen prevention.

By creating hope through action, we can signal to people experiencing suicidal thoughts that there is hope and that we care and want to support them. It also suggests that our actions, no matter how big or small, may provide hope to those who are struggling.

Lastly, it serves as a reminder that su***de prevention is a public health priority and urgent action is required to make sure su***de mortality rates are reduced.

Here are only a few out of many of our webinar links that we provide at Bedfordshire Talking Therapies:

Balancing My Thoughts:
https://forms.office.com/r/kysiKQPSYe

Positive Self-Talk:
https://forms.office.com/r/51jitVjHuk

Coping with Loneliness and Isolation: https://forms.office.com/r/57geeUCL0B

If you are struggling with mental health, talk to someone at Bedfordshire Talking Therapies.
Call us on: 01234 880400 or email https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies.

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30/08/2023

Studies have shown that sleep deficiency changes activity in some parts of the brain. If you're sleep deficient, you may have trouble making decisions, solving problems, controlling your emotions and behaviour. Sleep deficiency has also been linked to depression, su***de, and risk-taking behaviour.

If you are struggling with sleep and insomnia, we at Bedfordshire Talking Therapies have clinicians trained in these areas specifically!
We also provide a pre-recorded webinar on improving sleep which you can access in your own time, by your own means. The link to this is:

https://forms.office.com/r/PtNBgaXYMx

If you are struggling with your mental health and need to speak to someone, self-refer to Bedfordshire Talking Therapies by calling us on: 01234 880400 or email https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies.

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Gilbert Hitchcock House, Bedford Health Village, 21 Kimbolton Road
Bedford
MK402AW

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 8pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

01234 880400

Website

https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies

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