TALKWORKS - NHS

01/02/2026

TALKWORKS is not an emergency or crisis service. If you need urgent mental health support, please call NHS 111 and select the mental health option. You will then be put through to the Devon Partnership NHS Trust First Response service, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

30/01/2026

It's Parent mental health day - a chance to recognise the challenges that parents face and to raise awareness of the resources available. If you are experiencing low mood, difficulties with sleep or are feeling overwhelmed, help is available: https://orlo.uk/Bi8P8

29/01/2026

Izzy and Vicky are representing TALKWORKS at 'Welcome to DPT Day' in Exeter today. The event is an opportunity to welcome new staff members to Devon Partnership NHS Trust and promote the work of TALKWORKS to colleagues across the Trust.

26/01/2026

Being physically active helps us to feel better on the inside and the outside. Whether it's running in the local park or simply taking the stairs instead of the lift, regular movement is good for us in so many different ways: https://orlo.uk/TlZgr

23/01/2026

Our employment support team can help people who are receiving therapy from TALKWORKS with the following:
- Finding work: including support with CV writing and interview preparation
- Returning to work after time off sick
- Managing work-related stress

21/01/2026

Our sleep workshop is designed to help you get a better sleep at night. From exploring the science of sleep to learning tips and tricks to help you to sleep better - our free two hour session is packed with helpful information and techniques to improve your sleep. Visit our website to find the full list of dates and times for our upcoming sessions:

The TALKWORKS for sleep workshop is a 2 hour, Cognitive Therapy (CBT) based course helping you learn about the science of sleep, sleep problems and ways of improving sleep.

19/01/2026

You are not alone.

Have a chat over a cuppa this 'Brew Monday'. Reach out to a friend or loved one and find out how they're really doing. Mental health support is available from our TALKWORKS - NHS service. They accept self-referrals, find out more: https://www.talkworks.dpt.nhs.uk/how-we-can-help-you Samaritans

19/01/2026

If you are a carer and are feeling overwhelmed in your caring role, help is available. TALKWORKS is a free NHS service, open to adults, age 18+, living in Devon (outside Plymouth). Learn more about how we can help you: https://orlo.uk/KzPF5

17/01/2026

Our phone lines are closed over the weekend. If you have a question or would like to learn more about our NHS talking therapies service, please the frequently asked questions page on our website: https://orlo.uk/WaHbV

14/01/2026

Learn strategies and practical tips to manage symptoms, mood changes and sleep in our free TALKWORKS for menopause group. The next session will be taking place on Thursday 12 February at 5pm. Email dpt.talkworksworkshop@nhs.net or call 0300 555 3344 to book your place.

12/01/2026

If you've been feeling tired or run down from lack of sleep, help is available. From one-to-one sessions with a therapist to our online sleep workshop, we can teach you a range of strategies and techniques to help you get a better night's sleep: https://orlo.uk/XbQeq

10/01/2026

Exercising can feel a bit daunting if you’re new to it or haven’t worked out for a while, but it’s all about finding a way to work out that you enjoy. Learn more about how exercise can improve your mood and leave you feeling happier in our blog: https://orlo.uk/PJWME