NHS Coventry, Warwickshire and Solihull Talking Therapies

16/03/2026

We're so proud to promote Neurodiversity Celebration Week! In Talking Therapies, we support our neurodivergent clients by adapting the way we deliver therapy to better suit their needs.

Find out more when our Neurodiversity-trained clinician speaks to Clive Brookes on Coventry Hospital Radio on Thursday from 5pm!

https://coventryhospitalradio.org/meet-the-team/clive-brookes/

This Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we’re shining a light on the importance of creating workplaces where everyone feels seen, supported and understood.

By embracing neurodiversity, we strengthen teams, unlock creativity and improve care for our communities. 🩵

There are free online events happening all week. The sessions look at topics like fairness, good workplace design, and how leaders and organisations can better support neurodivergent people. These events are open to everyone and aim to help create more understanding and inclusive places to learn and work.

Read more and see what’s on:
https://ow.ly/fKPg50YuE4R

15/03/2026

Did you know that spending time with dogs can help boost mood, reduce stress and bring a moment of calm to your day?!🐶 Why not take advantage of it?!

If you want to improve your mental health and you love doggies, join us with a FREE dog therapy session!

📅 Thursday 19 March
⏰ 6:30-8PM
📍 Stoke St Michael’s Church (377 Walsgrave Road, Coventry CV2 4BG)

Everyone is welcome to pop in, say hello and enjoy some canine comfort.

14/03/2026

Update on the possible social media ban for under-16s:

MPs have voted against it (307–173), saying that a full ban could push young people toward less regulated corners of the internet.

At Talking Therapies, we are always in support of protecting young people’s physical and mental wellbeing and ensuring safer online spaces. As you can imagine, this can aid in reducing social anxiety while helping young people feel more resilient and confident in managing their mental health. 🧠

12/03/2026

Today is University Mental Health Day, where the theme is "human connection." 🤝

Reaching out - even for a quick chat - can make a real difference. Whether it’s a student, professor, friend, flatmate or a professional, support is closer than you think 💙

10/03/2026

Today we’re celebrating Day - Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England’s campaign that promotes inclusive, psychologically safe workplaces.

We know how important it is for people to feel able to speak up, share ideas and bring their full selves to work. When we feel safe and valued, wellbeing improves, creativity grows and teams perform at their best.

**Celebrate identity. Strengthen performance. Today and every day. ** 🌿

08/03/2026

Finding menopause or perimenopause tough emotionally? This supportive 8‑week online group could help.

The Mental Health and Menopause group offers tools, understanding and a space to share experiences with others on a similar journey.

🗓 13 April–15 June (no sessions on May bank holidays)
⏰ 5:30–7:30pm
💻 Online

An assessment with a clinician is required before joining. To get that, self-refer in these ways:
🔗 online: https://www.talkingtherapies.covwarkpt.nhs.uk/self-referral
📞 024 7667 1090 (Mon–Fri, 9am–4:30pm)

07/03/2026

Group therapy is a powerful therapy as it offers a supportive space to learn new skills, connect with others and realise you’re not alone in your experiences.

Many people find that hearing from others facing similar challenges helps build confidence, motivation and a sense of community.

We offer a range of evidence‑based group treatments for anxiety, depression, menopause, mind and body, which are led by our trained clinicians.

Sometimes the best way to move forward is together. 🤝

Any questions? Contact our team at talkingtherapies@covwarkpt.nhs.uk.

04/03/2026

We are so happy that our NHS Talking Therapies service has helped so many people across England with their mental health 💚 Hear directly from some of those people who’ve benefitted: https://youtube.com/shorts/8gCG0mDrfAM?si=It_SPk9JsxiCvBBk

If you’re struggling with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), social anxiety disorder, post‑traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic disorder, body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) or a phobia, being able to get on with your life is something worth celebrating .🎉

Talking Therapies gives you practical skills and techniques to help you overcome these challenges. So why wait? Self refer yourself today at nhs.uk/talk.💬

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02/03/2026

Missed our very first session of the revamped Talking Therapies Service Users' Group last month? Here’s what you missed:

💬 Sharing feedback about our services
📣 Helping shape how we promote what we offer
🤝 Guiding us on how we can better support your needs

But don’t worry - our second meeting is coming up on Wednesday 4 March from 6-7:30pm via Zoom! 🎉

We meet the first Wednesday of every month at the same time!

Want to join? Simply email Charysse.Harper@covwarkpt.nhs.uk. To be eligible, you must have used our service in Coventry, Warwickshire or Solihull within the last three years.

28/02/2026

Looking after your physical health can have a big impact on your mental wellbeing - and vice versa. 💚

If you're ready to take a step towards feeling better in both body and mind, check out the free NHS Healthy Choices Quiz. It only takes 5 minutes!

You can get a personalised wellbeing score along with tips - tailored specifically FOR YOU! - to help you make positive, sustainable lifestyle changes.

👉 Take the quiz to start improving your overall wellbeing: https://www.nhs.uk/hcquiz

26/02/2026

Check out this image!! Clive Brooks from Coventry Hospital Radio created it to promote our High Intensity CBT Therapist - Dom - on his radio show last Thursday!

If you missed it, you can catch the replay here: https://tinyurl.com/2j7b6u9v

Dom talks about LGBT+ History Month, how Talking Therapies promotes diversity, how we’re working to improve inclusivity and shares supportive advice for anyone struggling with their wellbeing this month. 💛

25/02/2026

We are so proud of our continued work with It Takes Balls To Talk and that's because of Dr. Alex Cotton!!!

Read more about her career path and what inspired her to create the group.😇

Dr Alex Cotton is a mental health nurse and the chair of the LGBT staff network at CWPT. She leads the Street Triage Team, working closely with the police to support people experiencing a mental health crisis. Her 37-year career has been impressive: she has earnt an MBE, an honorary doctorate, and has even founded a charity.

For LGBT History Month, we caught up with her about her many career achievements, her impact in mental health, and why making space for LGBT voices matters: https://ow.ly/99Kv50YiIJs