Lifelink

15/07/2025

🎬 Behind the Scenes — Part 2!
We’re back with another look at what’s been happening behind the camera during our recent filming project.

This time, we captured the heart of what we do — from group wellbeing sessions to one-to-one counselling. The work that goes into fulfilling our vision for people to be healthier and happier, wherever they live, work or learn.

We’re so proud of the support our team provides every day — and we can’t wait to share more of it with you soon🎥

07/07/2025

🎬 Behind the scenes with Lifelink🎬

We’ve been out and about capturing some of our client's stories - explaining why they visit Lifelink for counselling and the positive changes it's made to their wellbeing.

And we can’t wait to share it with you, so make sure you're following to see the finished videos coming soon 👀

Thanks to Space21 who we've been working with to film and edit everything!

03/07/2025

💤 Feeling tired even after a full night’s sleep? You might not need more sleep — you might need a different kind of rest.

🧠🌳 Our Training & Development Lead, Paul Blackwood, breaks down the 7 types of rest — including creative, emotional, and sensory — and why they matter for your mental wellbeing.

Take 2 minutes for yourself today and have a read:
👉 https://www.lifelink.org.uk/news/2025/july/did-you-know-that-there-are-7-types-of-rest/

01/07/2025

🚨 One Place Left — Applications Close 4th July! 🚨

We’re down to the final place on our SQA Professional Development Award (PDA) in Counselling Children and Young People (Age 10–18) — and applications close this Thursday, 4th July.

Our programme offers 10 days of expert-led learning, is aligned with BACP’s competency framework, and leads to a recognised qualification at SCQF Level 11. It's designed for qualified counsellors and psychotherapists ready to expand their practice to support young people.

Don’t miss the final opportunity to join us!

👉 Apply now: https://www.lifelink.org.uk/sqa-award-counselling-for-young-people/
📩 Questions? Email: training@lifelink.org.uk

30/06/2025

We got together with (almost) all of our staff late last week for our annual Development Day - a day dedicated to curiosity and collective energy.

We launched our new Culture Champion Network, had an honest and open conversation about our carbon footprints and discussed the opportunities AI brings to the way we work. Don't worry, we didn't forget to also look at the environmental and ethical challenges around using AI.

We closed the day with a team collaboration session (8 person teams competing to complete the same puzzle at the same time takes some serious teamwork😅) - this reminded us how we fit together and reinforced that every role matters and every voice contributes.

We're so proud of the thoughtful, committed and compassionate team we’ve built at Lifelink! 💙

24/06/2025

Our wellbeing classes are designed to help you reset your brain — no pressure, no small talk, just calm.

🧘‍♂️ Mindfulness tips
💬 Stress & anxiety support
🧠 Self-care tools that actually help

And they're FREE for Glasgow residents to attend.
Sign up here👉 www.lifelink.org.uk/wellbeing-classes

Follow us for more opportunities to improve your wellbeing and share this with someone who you think might want to join us!

16/06/2025

🚨 FINAL CALL: Last few places remaining! 🚨

We’re down to the final spots for Lifelink’s SQA Professional Development Award in Counselling Children and Young People (Age 10–18).

If you’re a qualified counsellor or psychotherapist looking to expand your skills and work confidently with children and young people, now’s the time to secure your place.

Applications close soon — don’t miss out!

👉 Get all the details and apply here: https://www.lifelink.org.uk/sqa-award-counselling-for-young-people/

Questions? Message us or email training@lifelink.org.uk and we’ll be happy to help.

13/06/2025

Mental health isn’t a trend to exploit for followers; it requires upholding as an ethical responsibility.

A recent The Guardian investigation found that over half of the most popular mental health TikToks were spreading misinformation. That’s seriously worrying! It brings questions about how people trust the advice they find online. The wrong advice can do more harm than good, especially when people are looking for help in moments of vulnerability.

At Lifelink and Lifelink Workwell, we know how important it is that mental health advice and support is:
✅ Evidence-based
✅ Delivered by qualified professionals (and of course we value lived experience too)
✅ Grounded in practical experience and application

We’ve been doing just that for nearly 35 years: Delivering services on behalf of the NHS and supporting people in schools, communities, prisons, and workplaces across the UK.

If you're seeking information about your mental health or wellbeing, make sure it's from a reputable and trusted source that you can fact-check if you need to.

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/may/31/more-than-half-of-top-100-mental-health-tiktoks-contain-misinformation-study-finds?CMP=oth_b-aplnews_d-5

Guardian investigation reveals promotion of dubious advice, questionable supplements and quick-fix healing methods

09/06/2025

It’s Men’s Health Week 2025 — a time to spotlight men’s mental health, break down stigma, and remind every man that it’s okay to ask for help.

At Lifelink, we’re here to support men in Glasgow with one-to-one counselling, online wellbeing workshops, and practical tools for building emotional resilience.

✅ You are not alone.
✅ Your mental health matters.
✅ Help is here when you’re ready.

Find out more about how we can support you: https://www.lifelink.org.uk/

09/06/2025

Our next Lifelink Workwell webinar is just around the corner!

This time, we’re talking about su***de awareness and how to have open, supportive conversations in the workplace.

It’s not always easy to talk about, but it is important. If you’d like to feel more prepared and confident having these conversations, come along and join our friendly panel this Thursday (12th June) at 12pm.

👇 You can sign up using the link in the post below

We’d love to see you there.

Just One Week to Go until our next webinar titled "Every Conversation Counts – Su***de Awareness for Employers".

Su***de is one of the leading causes of death for adults under 50, with over 6,000 lives lost annually in the UK. As an employer, your role in recognising risk and providing support is more vital than ever.

Join us on Thursday, 12th June, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM for a crucial webinar designed to help you:
🔎 Understand the emotional and environmental triggers of su***de
👁 Spot early warning signs in your workplace
⚡ Respond effectively in crisis situations
🤝 Support colleagues affected by su***de with compassion and care
🧠 Use reflective practice to build a stronger, preventative culture

Our expert panel will guide you through practical strategies that can save lives and foster a safer, more mentally healthy workplace.

Why attend?
✔ Gain confidence to act when it matters most
✔ Learn crisis intervention and long-term support approaches
✔ Discover how to create a culture that genuinely supports mental health
✔ Participate in a live Q&A to get your questions answered

This isn’t just training—it’s an essential conversation that could make all the difference for your people.

Secure your place now — spaces are limited.
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5817476461002/WN_Az9ECYW7R16csVaays1qNA

***deAwareness

06/06/2025

🎧Did you know we have guided mindfulness recordings you can listen to whenever?

They’re perfect for taking just a few minutes out of a busy, noisy day — whether you need to de-stress, ground yourself, or simply create a little breathing space in your own head.

You can listen whenever it works for you — at home, on a walk, or even on your lunch break.

👉Check them out here: https://www.lifelink.org.uk/helpful-materials/for-adults/