Turning Point Talking Therapies

17/10/2025

💙💚 Wakefield showed up for Wakefield Mental Health Day

1,000+ people. Powerful stories. Real connection.

From live talks to art, sport, and support - this was community in action.

📍 See the full highlights in our latest post.

17/10/2025

Wakefield Came Together for World Mental Health Day 🩵💚

Last Friday, we welcomed the community to the brilliant WX Wakefield for Wakefield Mental Health Day to raise awareness, share stories, and support one another - and what a success it was!

The event brought together over 50 local services, offering everything from mental health support and physical health checks to creative activities and community resources. With live coverage from Rhubarb Radio and a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere, the venue was alive with energy, connection, and purpose.

Highlights included:

• A powerful session with Steve Phillip, who shared his personal story and announced The Jordan Legacy’s new partnership with The Royal Foundation.

• An emotional talk from Briony Hallas, who spoke about the therapeutic power of art and invited attendees to co-create a beautiful art tree, filled with messages of hope.

• A thought-provoking presentation from Muhammad, who introduced our Turning Point's Speaking Without Stigma Mental Health guide - sharing how language can shape our understanding of mental health.

The atmosphere was electric - the conversations, the stories, the sense of belonging. People didn’t just show up, they showed up for each other.

A huge thank you to everyone who made the day possible - our partners, stallholders, speakers, volunteers, and every single person who came through the doors. You made it what it was.

We’re so proud of what we achieved together and can’t wait to build on this momentum. Let’s keep the conversation going - because mental health matters every day 🩵



MY Hospitals Charity
Wakefield Council
The Hepworth Wakefield
Sunbeam Family Hub - Lupset Stanley Family Hub - Wakefield
Vico Homes
Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
Yorkshire Sport Foundation
Photography Credit: Jason stuart photography

16/10/2025

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15/10/2025

🎙What a superb day we had at the Wakefield Mental Health Day 2025 event organised by Turning Point Talking Therapies as we broadcast live from Wakefield Exchange showcasing so many exhibitors supporting mental health and wellbeing. 🙏🏼

If you want us to be involved at your event, message studio@rhubarbradio.co.uk

15/10/2025

14/10/2025

🧠Wakefield Mental Health Day

Spectrum People stand at WX as part of Wakefield Mental Health Day on 10 October. Amazing team of 8 volunteers and 3 staff talked to many people throughout the day. Thanks to Turning Point Talking Therapies for organising the event!

14/10/2025

On Friday, to commemorate , Steve delivered a talk at the Wakefield Exchange for Wakefield Mental Health Day; an opportunity for people to come together, raise awareness and emphasise that mental health matters 🩵

Steve's talk was delivered to an audience of mental health professionals, the Wakefield Business Network, Wakefield Libraries, a number of Yorkshire rugby clubs and a diverse mix of delegates covering a range of mental and physical health issues, as well as around 45 stall holders including Andys Man Club and Samaritans.

He spoke on the importance of collaboration between public, private and third sector organisations if we are to truly see a reduction in the number of su***de deaths in the UK and was also able to share our wonderful news on being part of The Royal Foundation's new National Su***de Prevention Network 😊

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11/10/2025

🧠💬 On Friday, our Events Team rolled into Wakefield Mental Health Day hosted by Turning Point Talking Therapies for a powerful afternoon of Networking, Community, and consideration.

🕑 At 2pm, we ran a wheelchair basketball taster session for eight brave individuals who had never sat in a chair before. And guess what? They absolutely smashed it! 💪🔥

👏 From first pushes to fast baskets, the group embraced the challenge with energy and humour. It was more than just sport it was a moment of empowerment.

🎥 Want to hear about what it felt like from the court? One of our participants shares their experience in an interview dropping next week. Stay tuned!

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10/10/2025