The difference Self Help Services makes
In the last year:
- Over 6,000 people have accessed our services
- 2,000 people have visited a drop-in group or self help course
- 1,400 people were referred to cCBT services
Case study
Jane accessed the Stockport cCBT service in June after her feelings of anxiety and stress had got so bad that it led her to resign from her job. She spiralled into a five month spell of depression and unemployment. Now she credits the Stockport cCBT course directly with her getting a change of career and starting a new era in her life.
“I had got to the stage where facing the outside world and even saying hello to people in the street was just too much for me. I saw my GP and was advised to try the cCBT course before counselling or anti-depressants. The programme was easy as I used it in the local libraries and at a wellbeing centre. The practical aspects of the course were what really worked for me – you are given simple tasks to start off with, such as going out to the corner shop, then walking the dog and you build it up.”
Jane decided to use the programme’s section on problem solving and practical techniques to build up her confidence to search for temporary work. “Through the suggestions I found a temporary job at a local pub, – they have now made me team leader and I’m currently doing courses to go into pub management. It’s a whole new direction for me, which has come as a result of the cCBT course.”
What our service users have said about our drop-in groups and courses:
I’m so glad there is a group like this. The group has helped me to understand my depression. I’ve met friends, the people are great and the facilitators are fantastic. Harpurhey depression group
As soon as you walk in the door, you know there are people dealing with the same things as me, and knowing that makes such a difference. Manchester social phobia group
I found the facilitation of the course brilliant, inspirational. The facilitators give people time and really listen and care about us. Self-esteem & Assertiveness structured group
What our service users have said about our talking therapies:
I have no doubt in my mind that my practitioner played a part in making me want to carry on. The word ‘amazing’ does not seem enough to sum up my practitioner. There are only a few people in my life who have made such an impact on me. A truly diverse service.
My OCD condition had become so debilitating that I was unable to go to certain places, as anything bad would prompt me to go through my rituals. Self Help Services worked with me to expose me to certain triggers and deal with the accompanying anxiety. I now feel that I am getting somewhere and have a greater understanding of this condition. I’ve got some hope by working with Self Help Services.
