TRAFFORD PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIES KATIE HEESOM What is mental

TRAFFORD PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIES KATIE HEESOM

What is mental health? Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. (https: //www. mentalhealth. gov)

What causes mental health problems? Illness Bullying Change Money Stress Upbringing Life events Abuse Death/Loss Caring responsibilities Self-image Substance usage Family Issues Sometimes there is NO cause…they just happen

Adjusting to change can be difficult… Ø Ø Ø Loss of control Identity loss Frustration Anger Grief Ø Ø Ø Guilt Worry Stress Denial Shock

What we offer… Low intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy High intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Counselling Psychology

Trafford Psychological Therapies What we work with: Stress OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) Adjustment issues Bullying Sleep issues Health Anxiety Panic Depression Anger Phobias Generalised Anxiety Disorder Low self – esteem Social Anxiety PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) Self-harm For issues that we do not work with we can often help you find a service that can support you (Worry)

What is therapy? Non-judgemental One-to-one Listened to Every fortnight Understood Daytime and evening clinics Validated Can be over the telephone Encouraged Motivated to recover Helping you to help yourself What therapy is not: ► Advice giving ► Life long ► A passive process ► Lying on a sofa being analysed!

What our clients have said recently… “Thank you for helping me overcome my issues and reclaiming my life. ” “Something I was wary about, but I found it a comfortable and involving experience. ” “I feel more independent. ” “It is good to reflect on emotions and recognize how to handle/cope with them in the future. ”

How to refer… TRAFFORD PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIES: You need to have a Trafford GP. You can refer through your GP or you can self refer through our website: WWW. GMMH. NHS. UK/TPT Tel number: 0161 357 1350

What happens after I am referred? Your referral will be triaged by a member of the team You will be contacted (usually by post) to book a brief telephone assessment if referral is accepted If therapy is thought to be of benefit to you, you will be placed on the appropriate waiting list You will be contacted when an appointment becomes available

Come and see us… If you’re suffering, it’s horrible, do get help now. Research shows that the earlier intervention the more effective it is It’s a sign of strength if you can recognize when you need help and act on that.

Any Questions?

Thanks for having us today and if you need us, we hope we’ll see you again. TRAFFORD PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIES 0161 357 1350