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🌟 Support MindWise through the Co-op Local Community Fund! 🌟Our Your Resilience programme has been chosen as part of the...
30/10/2025

🌟 Support MindWise through the Co-op Local Community Fund! 🌟

Our Your Resilience programme has been chosen as part of the Local Community Fund.

You can help us raise vital funds to support mental health and wellbeing across Northern Ireland, and it’s simple to do:

āœ… Download the Co-op App
āœ… Become a Co-op Member
āœ… Choose MindWise as your cause

From now until 15 November, we’ll receive Ā£5 for every new Co-op Member who signs up using the link below (up to 10 members), plus a share of Ā£5 million from the Co-op Local Community Fund!

https://coopapp.onelink.me/ftOk/dwhcuolw

Together, we can build a more resilient community!

Join us on Tuesday 11 November 2025 for our next Macmillan Lived Experience Peer Support Group event, organised by the M...
29/10/2025

Join us on Tuesday 11 November 2025 for our next Macmillan Lived Experience Peer Support Group event, organised by the Macmillan Psychosocial Service NI.

This session offers a relaxed, welcoming space for people living with cancer, their families, and carers to come together, share experiences, and support one another.

🫱 What to expect:

Space to connect and talk openly

Mental health and wellbeing support

Opportunities to socialise and learn

Information on Macmillan services and resources

Everyone’s journey is different — but you don’t have to go through it alone.

šŸ“© To find out more or to register, contact: macmillan@mindwisenv.org

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Half-term is a great time to pause and check in on how young people are really doing.Changes in routine can bring rest, ...
28/10/2025

Half-term is a great time to pause and check in on how young people are really doing.
Changes in routine can bring rest, but also stress, anxiety, or low mood.

Our latest blog shares simple ways parents, carers, and teachers can support young people’s mental wellbeing and know when extra help might be needed.

Read more and find out about our WiseTalking services šŸ‘‡https://www.mindwisenv.org/news-blogs/2025/october/half-term-check-in-supporting-young-people-s-mental-health/

23/10/2025

ā€œLived experience is key to this culture change, because we are the experts.ā€ – Teresa, carer and member of our Client Engagement Group

At MindWise, we believe the voices of those with lived experience must be at the heart of everything we do. It’s not just something we say, it shapes every decision we make.

As we begin to develop our next strategy for 2026–2031, this commitment continues. By listening, learning, and working side by side with people who know what it means to live with mental health challenges, we can make real and lasting change. 🌱

Together, we’re building a future where lived experience leads the way.

We’re delighted to invite you to our upcoming Family Model Awareness Training sessions this November – designed for heal...
21/10/2025

We’re delighted to invite you to our upcoming Family Model Awareness Training sessions this November – designed for health and social care professionals, voluntary sector staff, and individuals with lived experience of cancer and mental health challenges. For more information visit: https://www.ci-ni.org.uk/macmillan-family-model-training/

These half-day sessions (3.0 hours) offer a warm, inclusive space to explore how the Family Model can support more connected, compassionate, and effective care.

šŸ–„ļø Online Training
šŸ“… Tuesday the 4th November
šŸ•˜ 10am – 1:00pm
Book your online place here - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-family-model-awareness-training-online-tickets-1753726606489?aff=oddtdtcreator


šŸ¢ In-Person Training
šŸ“… Friday 17th November
šŸ•˜ 10am – 1:00pm
šŸ“ Children In Northern Ireland, 40 Montgomery Road Castlereagh BT6 9HL
Book your in-person place here - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-family-model-awareness-training-in-person-tickets-1754232369239?aff=oddtdtcreator

🌱 What You’ll Gain:
• A deeper understanding of the Family Model and its practical application
• Tools to support family-focused conversations in cancer and mental health care
• Opportunities to connect with others across sectors and experiences
• A safe space to reflect, share, and grow

This training is proudly supported by the MindWise team, Macmillan Cancer Support and Children in Northern Ireland (CiNI)

We’re proud to announce Professor Nicola Doherty as a speaker for our Children’s Mental Health Week NI event 2026.Profes...
19/10/2025

We’re proud to announce Professor Nicola Doherty as a speaker for our Children’s Mental Health Week NI event 2026.

Professor Doherty is a Psychologist for the Regional Trauma Network, psychologist, infant advocate and a Visiting Professor at Ulster University. With over 30 years’ experience in psychology, her work focuses on improving mental health outcomes for people experiencing early physical ill-health or trauma.

A passionate advocate for prevention, early intervention and systems and relational work’ Professor Doherty combines research and practice to advance understanding and strengthen mental health support across Northern Ireland.

šŸ“… Don’t miss her session at the Stronger Foundations Evening Event on 11 February 2026.

✨ Early Bird Registration is now open! Register today to receive your exclusive ticket link by 31st October, giving you priority booking before general sales open on 3rd November. - https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/EarlyinterestinMindWiseChildrensMentalHealthEvent

We’re delighted to welcome Dr. Honor Carroll as a speaker for our Children’s Mental Health Week NI event 2026.Dr. Carrol...
17/10/2025

We’re delighted to welcome Dr. Honor Carroll as a speaker for our Children’s Mental Health Week NI event 2026.

Dr. Carroll is the Head of Student Counselling at Munster Technological University in Cork, as well as a Psychotherapist and Dramatherapist. With a Doctorate in Psychotherapy, her research explores the impact of childhood neglect and its lasting legacy in adulthood.

Her extensive clinical experience, combined with a deep commitment to student wellbeing, resilience, and recovery, makes her a powerful voice in supporting young people and adults through mental health challenges.

šŸ“… Join us at the Stronger Foundations event to hear from Dr. Carroll and gain valuable insight from her expertise.

✨ Early Bird Registration is now open! Register today to receive your exclusive ticket link by 31st October with priority booking before sales open to the public on 3rd November. - https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/EarlyinterestinMindWiseChildrensMentalHealthEvent

We’re excited to announce Chris Stothers as a speaker for our Children’s Mental Health Week NI event 2026.With over 20 y...
15/10/2025

We’re excited to announce Chris Stothers as a speaker for our Children’s Mental Health Week NI event 2026.

With over 20 years of service in the Police Service of Northern Ireland, Chris specialised in conflict resolution and counter-terrorism. Having witnessed the lasting impact of trauma on himself, colleagues, and communities, he is now a powerful voice for early intervention, resilience, and effective communication.

A passionate advocate for PTSD awareness, Chris works to break stigma and share practical strategies that strengthen mental health in both professional and personal life.

šŸ“… Don’t miss the chance to hear Chris at our Stronger Foundations event.

✨ Early Bird Registration is now open! Register today to receive your exclusive ticket link by 31st October with priority booking before sales open to the public on 3rd November - https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/EarlyinterestinMindWiseChildrensMentalHealthEvent

We’re delighted to announce our key speaker for our Children’s Mental Health Week event 2026!Dr Daniel Le Goff – interna...
13/10/2025

We’re delighted to announce our key speaker for our Children’s Mental Health Week event 2026!

Dr Daniel Le Goff – internationally recognised Neuropsychologist and creator of LEGOĀ®-Based Therapy, an evidence-based approach now used in over 50 countries to support social and emotional development.

With over 25 years’ experience working with children and young people, Dr LeGoff is a renowned author, trainer, and speaker.

He will deliver the keynote address at the Stronger Foundations Evening Event, as well as lead both the Introductory and Advanced LEGOĀ®-Based Therapy training sessions. Stay tuned, next week we’ll reveal more about these training opportunities!

Don’t miss this chance to hear directly from the pioneer himself.

✨ Early Bird Registration is now open!
Register today and you’ll receive your exclusive ticket link by email on 31st October, giving you priority booking before general sales open on 3rd November. - https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/EarlyinterestinMindWiseChildrensMentalHealthEvent

LEGOĀ® is a trade mark of the Lego Group of Companies, Beyond Bricks and any related programmes are not licensed, endorsed, approved by nor otherwise affiliated with the Lego group.

Today, on World Mental Health Day, we’re proud to launch our Children’s Mental Health Week NI event 2026, themed Buildin...
10/10/2025

Today, on World Mental Health Day, we’re proud to launch our Children’s Mental Health Week NI event 2026, themed Building Stronger Foundations. šŸ’š

This will be our first large-scale event dedicated to the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people across Northern Ireland, hosted in partnership with Ulster University , Queen's University Belfast , Agnew Group , and

The week will include:

šŸŽ“ Training sessions in LEGOĀ®-Based Therapy - from introductory to advanced levels, led by its creator Dr. Daniel Le Goff.
šŸŽ¤ A flagship conference and evening event, featuring Dr. Le Goff as Keynote Speaker, along with Chris Stothers, Dr. Honor Carroll, and Dr. Nicola Doherty, who will share expert insights on resilience, early intervention, and recovery.

Together, we’ll explore what it means to build stronger foundations, in our schools, communities, and support systems, to create a future where every child’s mental health is prioritised.

Early Bird registration is now open!
Secure your place today and join us in shaping the future of children’s mental health in Northern Ireland - https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/EarlyinterestinMindWiseChildrensMentalHealthEvent

Over the coming week, we’ll share more about our speakers, training opportunities, and what to expect during this exciting programme of events.



LEGOĀ® is a trade mark of the Lego Group of Companies, Beyond Bricks and any related programmes are not licensed, endorsed, approved by nor otherwise affiliated with the Lego group.

Something big is coming for children’s mental health in Northern Ireland. Launching on World Mental Health Day (10 Octob...
06/10/2025

Something big is coming for children’s mental health in Northern Ireland.

Launching on World Mental Health Day (10 October) – watch this space. šŸ‘€



Agnew Group Ulster University Queen's University Belfast &Books

LEGOĀ® is a trade mark of the Lego Group of Companies, Beyond Bricks and any related programmes are not licensed, endorsed, approved by nor otherwise affiliated with the Lego group.

At MindWise, we believe that carers, service users, and people with lived experience must be at the heart of shaping men...
03/10/2025

At MindWise, we believe that carers, service users, and people with lived experience must be at the heart of shaping mental health services.

This week, our Client Engagement Manager, Kirsten Kearney PhD, joined an inspiring panel exploring how co-production, user-led service design, and proper recognition of lived experience can create services that truly respond to people’s needs.

Collaboration across the sector, government, and business is crucial, even with funding pressures, we can drive change when we work together and listen to those who know best.

A huge thank you to Health Innovation Research Alliance Northern Ireland (HIRANI) and the Academy of Medical Sciences for hosting and creating spaces where these vital conversations can happen. šŸ’™

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MindWise Head Office, Pinewood House, 46 Newforge Lane, Malone Road
Belfast
BT95NW

Opening Hours

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

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