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Mind in West Essex

Local mental health charity covering Uttlesford, Harlow, and Epping Forest areas of Essex, UK.

We believe that with the right support everyone has the potential to take steps that will improve their quality of life. Please explore this site to find out more about the range of activities, therapies and opportunities that are available. As an organisation we are committed to ensuring those with mental health problems are respected and included in their local communities. We are affiliated to National Mind and adhere to the Mind Quality Standards. This ensures that our services are offering best practice and are sensitive to local needs. Our main office bases are currently in Harlow and Great Dunmow; however therapies and activities take place in venues throughout local communities across West Essex. Our Board of Trustees are all volunteers drawn from the local community. Our services are delivered by a team of 44 staff, 75 volunteers and 85 people who work for us on a self- employed basis. We actively encourage involvement by people who have a personal experience of mental ill health in all aspects of our organisation. Please do let us know if you have ideas of additional ways we could use this site to support those affected by mental ill health.

10/02/2026

🔗 More information and sign up: MindInWestEssex.org.uk/services/community-services/befriending-support/

05/02/2026

You may not fancy going out in this weather for the walk we had planned in Harlow this morning.

But if you'd like a chat, you can still drop by Mind Sanctuary in Potter Street for a cuppa any time between now and 1pm.

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Talking openly and honestly can be the first step towards better mental health for everyone. It can reduce stigma and help people feel comfortable enough to seek help when they need it.

You can find ideas for starting a conversation in your community, talking tips for opening up or supporting someone else, and resources for your school or workplace here: Mind.org.uk/get-involved/time-to-talk-day/

04/02/2026

📣📅 New dates! Our next course of FREE creative wellbeing workshops in partnership with Rhiannon Faith Company begins on February 24.

The course runs for 6 weeks on Tuesdays, 11.30am-2.30pm, at Harlow Playhouse. Workshops explore the theme of 'care' using creative writing and movement activities.

Each workshop is followed by a 'Care Cafe' with our mental health facilitator Holly, where you can enjoy a cuppa and a chat.

🔗 Find out more: MindInWestEssex.org.uk/services/community-services/workshops/

02/02/2026

It was lovely to meet so many of our Potter Street neighbours today!

We welcomed residents of the local area for a cuppa at Mind Sanctuary. It was a chance to see how we've transformed the building, share ideas for community use for the space and find out more about our services.

👟🗣 We're also holding a Walk and Talk at Mind Sanctuary this Thursday for Time To Talk Day! Everyone is welcome - meet at Mind Sanctuary just before 10am and join us for an easy walk and friendly chat in the nearby area, before returning for a cuppa around 11am.

💙 We're also planning an official opening event for the whole community in May. More details soon!

30/01/2026

Did you know just 10 minutes of movement can boost mood, reduce stress, and improve focus?

Through our partnership with Active Essex Find Your Active: Move for your Mind, we’re helping people across Essex discover small, achievable ways to support their mental wellbeing through movement. Every step counts.💙

🔗 MindInWestEssex.org.uk/services/community-services/move-for-your-mind/

29/01/2026

Reminder: Asking someone directly about suicidal thoughts doesn't increase their risk, and can actually help them.

Direct conversations about su***de can reduce distress, make people feel less alone, and encourage them to seek help.

Our online Su***de Awareness workshop helps you to become informed when talking about su***de.

It aims to give you the confidence to have supportive conversations with people who are feeling suicidal, so that they can get the help they need.

The virtual workshop is FREE for people who live or work in Harlow, Uttlesford or Epping Forest (£25 outside of West Essex).

We currently have 1 remaining date that hasn't booked out yet - but there are only a few places left.

📅 March 24, 1.30pm-4pm
🔗 MentalHealthTraining.org.uk/su***de-awareness-workshop/

28/01/2026

Here's a taster of our Care Workshops with Rhiannon Faith Company at Harlow Playhouse👇

Interested? New dates dropping soon - watch this space 👀

27/01/2026

🎶💡Fancy a pub quiz? If you're in the Saffron Walden / Newport area, don't miss this charity quiz night at the Coach and Horses pub!

Hosted by The Quiz Maestros, there'll be prizes, a raffle and more. All money raised will go towards sponsoring our London Marathon runner Suzanne Leader.

£60 per table, with up to 6 people in a team. Booking is essential, so contact 07969 619697 or e-mail suzannejoslin13@gmail.com to secure your table and show your support for mental health!

26/01/2026

🗣 Time to Talk Day is about coming together to talk, listen and change lives. Talking openly and honestly can be the first step towards better mental health for everyone. It can reduce stigma and help people feel comfortable enough to seek help when they need it.

👟 Our partnership with Active Essex Find Your Active: Move for your Mind is about small, achievable ways you can support your mental wellbeing through movement. Even small bursts of activity or just getting outside for a short stroll can lift your spirits, calm your mind, and build resilience.

So why not join us for a Walk and Talk on Thursday, February 5th? It's all about conversation, movement and connection. Every step counts. 💙

23/01/2026

Sometimes the stresses of daily life can get in the way, but movement and community provide a much-needed anchor for mental wellbeing.

Alongside Active Essex Find Your Active: Move for your Mind, we’re here to show you that physical activity is far more than just exercise. It’s a tool for healing, connection, and resilience.

Through our weekly Harlow Walking Group, Rob has seen these benefits in himself and others. Rob joined the group several years ago during a difficult period and now leads it each week as a volunteer.

🔗 MindInWestEssex.org.uk/services/community-services/move-for-your-mind/

20/01/2026

☕ Do you live in Potter Street area? Join us for a Neighbourhood Coffee Morning at Mind Sanctuary on February 2nd.

Meet your new neighbours (that's us!☺️), see what we've done with our new building so far, and share your ideas for community use of the space.

There will be an official opening event for the whole community in May - more on that soon 👀

19/01/2026

A reminder for the week ahead: Small movements count. Short walks count. Trying something new counts.

Your wellbeing matters - and we’re here to support you every step of the way alongside Active Essex Find Your Active: Move for your Mind. Here are a couple of ideas to get you started...

👣 Our Harlow Walking Group meets every Tuesday at noon in Harlow Town Park for a relaxed walk followed by refreshments. The group is free - register via the link below.

👣 Join our Walk and Talk event on Thursday, February 5th, for Time To Talk Day. This will begin and end at our new Mind Sanctuary hub on Potter Street, Harlow, setting off at 10am followed by hot drinks and biscuits.

🔗 MindInWestEssex.org.uk/services/community-services/move-for-your-mind/

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Harlow
CM186NZ

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+441371876641

Website

http://crisis.mindinwestessex.org.uk/, http://www.suicideawareness.org.uk/, http://mentalhealthtraining.org.uk/, http://

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