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Managing experiences like depression, anxiety and stress can leave you feeling isolated and unsure of yourself. Talking to a counsellor or therapist and learning new skills for coping can be very helpful, but some people may also benefit from the opportunity to engage with their community or take on new responsibilities. This can also help you to stay connected to the Wellbeing service.

A large part of recovery can be about making changes and trying something new but for some people this can feel intimidating. In our service we have been able to develop a supportive ‘social model’ to enhance our therapeutic services.

Peer Advisors are paid members of staff who have joined the service because of their own experiences with mental health. They are able to share what they have learned and help you to find the support that is right for you.

Peer Advisors provide assistance at our therapeutic workshops, one-to-one sessions and telephone appointments. Full training, supervision and support are built into the job to make sure everyone’s wellbeing is taken care of.

If you are passionate about mental health, recovery and wellbeing, have relevant life experience and would like to support others, then contact us on 01603 421388 or communications.wellbeing@nsft.nhs.uk to find out more.

Every month, we organise two-hour ‘social’ events for people living in Suffolk to help you meet new people in a warm, supportive environment.

The focus is not on mental health - these are social events and anyone is welcome to attend. We often invite a speaker who is running an activity, opportunity or event, giving you the chance to meet them and maybe sign up to something new.

See details of the next social event in Suffolk

Please watch our video below for more information on our socials!