Hidden Gem Psychology Service

01/01/2026

Happy new year to my wonderful followers 🌟

01/01/2026

Welcoming the New Year looks different to everyone — and that’s okay. 🫂

31/12/2025

"We are pathologizing people for being affected by a world that is objectively unwell.

People are dissociating because it’s unbearable.
People are anxious because they’re paying attention.
People are depressed because they’re stuck in systems that rob them of safety, connection, and hope.
People are angry because they should be."
—Nadia Addesi

Artwork by instagram.com/andreaserio73

31/12/2025

Today marks the last day of 2025, and celebrations will soon get underway to welcome in the new year.

Many of you will be out enjoying your celebrations across Derbyshire – and we wanted to remind you of some of the work we’re doing to ensure everyone stays safe and has a new year to remember.

Our licensing teams have been working closely with our bars, pubs and clubs, raising awareness and providing support to enable them to spot any issues and recognise when someone is in trouble or vulnerable.

In particular, the team have been speaking about the Ask for Angela approach. If there is someone making you feel unsafe, uncomfortable, or not leaving you alone whilst you're out, you can head to the bar and ask for Angela, and staff will be trained to help you safely and discretely out of the situation.

We’ve also been working with pubs across Chesterfield on the Call it Out campaign – which particularly encourages people to speak up about misogynistic behaviour. A number of pubs have now signed up and begun tackling, and removing, anyone who is showing inappropriate behaviour.

There are also a number of handy hacks and tools you can use to ensure your new year celebrations are remembered for the right reasons.

📱 Hollie Guard: The personal safety app can make it so a simple tap or shake of your phone can send a discreet alert to your emergency contacts if you feel that you are in danger. It will also automatically record video and audio evidence of what is happening around you.
🔋 Ensure your phone is fully charged, and take a full portable charger, especially if you are relying on this to communicate with your friends or get home.
🚕 Taxis can get busy this time of year – you can book a reputable taxi in advance, or set a designated driver in your group who will stay sober.

Our officers will also be conducting extra patrols – we hope you don’t need us, but if you do, they will be around. Speak to us if you see us.

You can also report any areas you feel unsafe via the StreetSafe reporting tool – which is used by both our officers and partners to plan and target their work.

You can also call us on 101, or speak to us through the Live Chat function on https://orlo.uk/mRJaN

In an emergency, call 999.

30/12/2025

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23/12/2025

Some of the messages I get from a graphic like this, shows how much this message is needed. A reminder that we never know the depths of what it may take for some to get through the holidays, let alone year round. 🩷 these post always get crazy traction, some positive some not. This isn’t a debate on medication, this is a reminder that you never know what others are going through. Shame is not going to make someone’s mental health magically be “better”.

Medication can be a bridge and it also is 100% not for everyone. Two things can be true.

23/12/2025

Christmas can be a stressful time, with many of us being short on time and with a mountain of things to get sorted.

For anyone experiencing domestic abuse, though, the stress doesn't stop once the presents arrive and dinner is on the table. It’s a time where they can feel even more trapped, fearful, and that they are forced to spend time in close proximity to an abuser.

It could be a partner, family member or someone else you live with – but no matter the relationship, the impact is still profound.

Not all children will be waking up to a happy home on Christmas Day, either. If you, or someone you know is going through this, help is available.

You don’t have to suffer in silence. We are here to help and there are still people available and ready to speak to you and help over the holidays.

👮 Speaking to the police:

If you are ready to report domestic abuse to us, we are here to listen and help.

Both our emergency and non-emergency call handlers, and officers, will be working over Christmas and the New Year and will be available 24/7.

To get help in an emergency, always dial 999

To report an incident that isn’t an emergency situation call 101.

You can also report domestic abuse online: https://orlo.uk/MM4uZ

Domestic abuse can affect anyone, both men and women, and whether it is physical, emotional or sexual, help and support is available, and not just from us.

Seek support from our partners:

If you don't feel ready to report this, that's ok. There is a wide range of support available from our partners.

📞 The 24/7 Derbyshire Domestic Abuse support line is available on 08000 198 668
📱 The National Domestic Violence Helpline on 0808 2000 247. There’s also more information on the National Domestic Violence Helpline's website: https://orlo.uk/aApOd
👩‍⚕️ Derbyshire Sexual Assault Referral Centre: Available 24/7, 365 days a year on 0330 223 0099.
🫱🏻‍🫲🏼 The Elm Foundation will be open 9.30am-5pm Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays.
You can also report domestic abuse anonymously.

If you know someone who is committing abuse, and you don’t feel safe about confronting them, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously, by calling 0800 555 111 for free or by filling in a quick and easy online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

Maybe you have concerns about a friend, a family member or a colleague who you feel may be experiencing abuse. If you spot changes in the way they are behaving, start a conversation with them, listen to them and support and believe them. You could also suggest further help.

If the situation is currently taking place, and someone is in danger, you should always call 999.

Remember: there is never an excuse for domestic abuse.

If your wellbeing is taking a toll and you are feeling low because of Domestic Abuse, the following support services are here to help - please speak to them. Our officers can also refer you if you are struggling:

📞 Derbyshire Mental Health Helpline: 0800 028 0077
🫱🏻‍🫲🏼 Samaritans: 116 123
🫂 Live Life Better Derbyshire: https://orlo.uk/xIdSq
💭 Young Minds: Text 85258 or parents can call 0808 802 5544
📱 Papyrus: Call 0800 068 4141 or text 07860 039967

We take domestic abuse seriously and are dedicated to listening to our feedback and implementing this to provide the best possible service for anyone experiencing this.

22/12/2025

You should be proud 💙