West Kent Mind

West Kent Mind Supporting people in West Kent to get well, stay well and thrive with better mental health

Weโ€™re delighted to partner with Forestry England to bring you a free Time to Talk session, open to all adults ๐Ÿ’™Join us f...
22/01/2026

Weโ€™re delighted to partner with Forestry England to bring you a free Time to Talk session, open to all adults ๐Ÿ’™

Join us for 90 minutes of woodland arts and crafts around a warming campfire, a nurturing, safe space to talk and connect.

Get creative with simple crafts. Cook a small snack over the fire. Finish indoors with complimentary tea and cake!

๐Ÿ“… Thursday 5 February
โฐ Meet at 10.00am (10.30am start)
๐Ÿ“Bedgebury Pinetum - Forestry England , Goudhurst (TN17 2SJ)
๐Ÿš— Free parking available for all attendees.

Places are limited, so register today at westkentmind.org.uk.

Letโ€™s support better mental wellbeing together ๐Ÿ’™

20/01/2026

2016 vs 2026

Heard weโ€™re feeling nostalgic?

Didnโ€™t mean to bring down the tone! ๐Ÿฅน But truly things have got so much worse since 2016 in young peopleโ€™s mental health.

If you want to find out more about these figures, whatโ€™s causing them and what we can do to make things better, itโ€™s all in our Big Mental Health Report.

๐Ÿ’™ Blue Mondayโ€ฆ or just another Monday? ๐Ÿ’™They say the third Monday in January is โ€œthe most depressing day of the yearโ€โ€ฆ b...
19/01/2026

๐Ÿ’™ Blue Mondayโ€ฆ or just another Monday? ๐Ÿ’™

They say the third Monday in January is โ€œthe most depressing day of the yearโ€โ€ฆ but letโ€™s be honest, itโ€™s mostly a clever marketing ploy by a travel company to sell more holidays.

Depression and low mood arenโ€™t tied to a specific day, month, or year, they affect people every day.

If youโ€™re struggling, itโ€™s okay to not feel okay. Take a moment for yourself today:
โ˜• Grab a cosy cuppa
๐ŸŽถ Put on your favourite song
๐Ÿ“– Do something that makes you smile

Even small acts of self-care matter. ๐Ÿ’™ And if you need a little extra, head to our website to find out more about how our counselling service or wellbeing groups can give you the additional support you need.

Because mental health should be a priority every day, not just on the third Monday of January.

โœจ Still time to join us! โœจWe still have spaces for our FREE morning session:Neurodiversity at Work: Small Business Essen...
15/01/2026

โœจ Still time to join us! โœจ

We still have spaces for our FREE morning session:
Neurodiversity at Work: Small Business Essentials
๐Ÿ—“ Wednesday 21 January
โฐ 8โ€“9am
๐Ÿ“ Deckhouse Sevenoaks

Join us for an engaging and practical session with Coach Sumiko ADHD Mental Fitness Coach, packed with insights to help small businesses better support neurodiverse talent.

โœจ Free to attend for all businesses in Sevenoaks District
โœจ Friendly, supportive and informative

Itโ€™s going to be a great session, weโ€™d love to see you there!
Book today via the link in our bio bit.ly/WKMConnect

๐Ÿ’™Counselling that pays it forward๐Ÿ’™Weโ€™re launching Fast-Track Counselling, quick access to compassionate, confidential su...
12/01/2026

๐Ÿ’™Counselling that pays it forward๐Ÿ’™

Weโ€™re launching Fast-Track Counselling, quick access to compassionate, confidential support without the wait.

Fast-Track includes:
โœ”๏ธ Quick access to experienced counsellors (no wait-list)
โœ”๏ธ ยฃ55 per session
โœ”๏ธ Sevenoaks or online
โœ”๏ธ DBS checked, insured, BACP registered therapists

๐Ÿ’™Pay it forward:
A portion of every Fast-Track session funds our Affordable Counselling Service, helping make therapy accessible to those who need it most.
By looking after your own mental wellbeing, youโ€™re helping someone else too.
Because everyone should have the chance to get well, stay well and thrive ๐Ÿ’™

๐ŸŽฒ Weโ€™re starting 2026 on a high as weโ€™re thrilled to be running D&D again, delivering a 6-month online programme.This pr...
08/01/2026

๐ŸŽฒ Weโ€™re starting 2026 on a high as weโ€™re thrilled to be running D&D again, delivering a 6-month online programme.

This programme is known for building confidence, creativity, and connection, all while learning how to play D&D in a friendly, supportive group. Highlights include:
โ€ข Create your own character
โ€ข Learn the basics of D&D
โ€ข Explore storytelling and imagination
โ€ข Build a social network that lasts

๐Ÿ‘ฅ Adults aged 18โ€“30 | No experience needed
๐Ÿ’™ Suggested donation of ยฃ8 per week
๐Ÿ’ป Online (Teams)
๐Ÿ—“ Thursdays, 6โ€“8pm | 26 Feb โ€“ 6 Aug

Heroes wanted! Join the adventure and register today via the 'our help' referral form on our website https://ow.ly/IKGu50XKMGo

โœจ Make a difference in 2026 โœจWe had an incredible 2025, and we couldnโ€™t have done it without you. Our communityโ€™s kindne...
05/01/2026

โœจ Make a difference in 2026 โœจ

We had an incredible 2025, and we couldnโ€™t have done it without you. Our communityโ€™s kindness, generosity and belief in what we do means everything to us. Last year you helped us raise over ยฃ22,000 on JustGiving alone, and we are so deeply grateful to every single person who supported us ๐Ÿ’™

But, hereโ€™s the honest partโ€ฆ we know we can do more. Every penny we raise locally is spent locally. When you support West Kent Mind, youโ€™re supporting your friends, family and neighbours right here in West Kent. And the need for our adult and childrenโ€™s mental health services has never been greater.

So why not make 2026 the year you support West Kent Mind?
* Nominate us as charity of the year at your workplace or sports club
* Take on a sponsored challenge
* Join our weekly lottery
* Tell your workplace about our Changemaker programme
* Orโ€ฆ could 2026 be the time to take on a skydive?

However you choose to get involved, youโ€™ll be making a real difference in West Kent.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Find out more at westkentmind.org.uk/fundraising
Get in touch today, weโ€™d love to support you every step of the way.

๐ŸŽ‰ ๐—›๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐˜† ๐—ก๐—ฒ๐˜„ ๐—ฌ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ! ๐ŸŽ‰As we welcome 2026, we want to remind you that every new beginning is a chance to prioritise your men...
01/01/2026

๐ŸŽ‰ ๐—›๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐˜† ๐—ก๐—ฒ๐˜„ ๐—ฌ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ! ๐ŸŽ‰

As we welcome 2026, we want to remind you that every new beginning is a chance to prioritise your mental health.

This year, letโ€™s make space for:

โœจ ๐—ž๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€ - to yourself and others
โœจ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป - with those who lift you up
โœจ ๐—ช๐—ฒ๐—น๐—น๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด - because it matters every single day

Thank you for standing with us and supporting mental health in our community. ๐—ง๐—ผ๐—ด๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฟ, ๐˜„๐—ฒ ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ธ๐—ฒ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐˜†๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ ๐—ฏ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ด๐—ต๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฒ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜†๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฒ. ๐Ÿ’™

๐ŸŒŸTake a moment for Self-Reflection ๐ŸŒŸAs the year comes to a close, pause to celebrate your achievements, reflect on lesso...
31/12/2025

๐ŸŒŸTake a moment for Self-Reflection ๐ŸŒŸ

As the year comes to a close, pause to celebrate your achievements, reflect on lessons learned, and set kind intentions for 2026. Maybe try writing a letter to yourself:

* Find 20โ€“30 minutes in a quiet space
* Grab your favourite pen and paper
* Reflect on proud moments and challenges in 2025
* Note what you want to bring into the new year

This isn't about perfect words, itโ€™s about self-awareness, gratitude, and compassion. Keep the letter safe and revisit it anytime!โœจ

โœจ๐—™๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฑ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ฎ๐—ณ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜€? โœจTake a moment to recharge before the New Year:โœ” Get plenty of restโœ” Stay hydrat...
29/12/2025

โœจ๐—™๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฑ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ฎ๐—ณ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜€? โœจ

Take a moment to recharge before the New Year:

โœ” Get plenty of rest
โœ” Stay hydrated
โœ” Step outside for fresh air
โœ” Limit screen time
โœ” Do something that makes you happy

Small steps can make a big difference to your mental wellbeing. ๐Ÿ’™

๐ŸŽ„โœจ ๐— ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฟ๐˜† ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—บ๐—ฎ๐˜€ ๐—ณ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—บ ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐˜‚๐˜€ ๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ช๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜ ๐—ž๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐— ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ! โœจ๐ŸŽ„Thank you for your incredible support throughout 2025. It truly m...
25/12/2025

๐ŸŽ„โœจ ๐— ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฟ๐˜† ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—บ๐—ฎ๐˜€ ๐—ณ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—บ ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐˜‚๐˜€ ๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ช๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜ ๐—ž๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐— ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ! โœจ๐ŸŽ„

Thank you for your incredible support throughout 2025. It truly means the world to us. ๐Ÿ’™

This festive season, we wish you peace, joy and moments of calm. ๐ŸŒŸ

โœจ ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—บ๐—ฎ๐˜€ ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ปโ€™๐˜ ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜„๐—ฎ๐˜†๐˜€ ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฟ๐˜† ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ฏ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ด๐—ต๐˜ โœจThe festive season can feel overwhelming if youโ€™re struggling with your menta...
22/12/2025

โœจ ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—บ๐—ฎ๐˜€ ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ปโ€™๐˜ ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜„๐—ฎ๐˜†๐˜€ ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฟ๐˜† ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ฏ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ด๐—ต๐˜ โœจ

The festive season can feel overwhelming if youโ€™re struggling with your mental health. Itโ€™s okay if things donโ€™t feel joyful right now. Your feelings are valid. ๐Ÿ’™

This Christmas, remember:

โœ… Itโ€™s okay to take a step back
โœ… Pause when you need to
โœ… Put your wellbeing first

If youโ€™re finding things difficult and need someone to talk to:

๐Ÿ“ž Call ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿญ and choose the mental health option
๐Ÿ“ž Call ๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜€ on ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿฒ ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฏ
๐Ÿ“ฑ Text โ€˜๐—ฆ๐—›๐—ข๐—จ๐—งโ€™ to ๐Ÿด๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿด

Youโ€™re not alone. Support is always available. ๐Ÿ’œ

Address

34 St John's Road
Sevenoaks
TN133LW

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

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