Anxiety
Anxiety is a normal, if unpleasant, part of life, and it can affect us all in different ways and at different times. Whereas stress is something that will come and go as the external factor causing it (be it a work, relationship or money problems, etc) comes and goes, anxiety is something that can persist whether or not the cause is clear to the sufferer.
When a person is feeling anxious, they will often experience a number of symptoms, including (but not limited to) an increased heart rate, hyperventilation, feeling sick, thinking you might lose control/go mad and avoidance.
There are many types of anxiety that can affect a person including:
Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD): GAD can be defined as a disorder in which the sufferer feels in a constant state of high anxiety and is often known as ‘chronic worrying’ or a ‘free floating’ anxiety condition.
Health Anxiety: Those affected by health anxiety have an obsessional preoccupation with the idea or the thought that they are currently (or will be) experiencing a physical illness. The most common health anxieties tend to centre on conditions such as cancer, HIV, AIDs, etc. However, the person experiencing health anxiety or illness phobia may fixate on any type of illness. This condition is known as health anxiety, illness phobia/illness anxiety or hypochondriasis.
Body Dismorphic Disorder (BDD): This disorder has also been nicknamed ‘Imagined Ugliness Syndrome’ as sufferers of the condition have an irrational preoccupation with a perceived body defect, either present in themselves or in others; the latter being dysmorphophobia by proxy.
Below you will find out how Self Help Services can help you if you are experiencing anxiety.
Halton & St. Helens cCBT Service
This service offers cCBT to people affected by depression and/or anxiety in the Halton & St. Helens area.
This service is available at four different locations across Halton & St. Helens as follows:
- Newton Family and Community Centre, Park Road South, Newton-le-Willows, WA12 8EX: Tuesdays 1.00-5.00pm.
- Widnes Library (Kingsway Learning Centre), Kingsway, Widnes, WA8 7QY : Wednesdays 3.00-7.00pm.
- Halton Lea Library, Halton Lea, Runcorn, WA7 2PF: Thursdays 2.00-6.00pm.
- St. Helen’s, Fingerpost Park Health Centre, Atlas Street, St Helens, Merseyside WA9 1LN: Fridays 1:00 – 5:00pm.
This service is currently commissioned by NHS Halton & St. Helens. The cCBT service at Newton Community Centre is funded by the Big Lottery as part of their “Making a Difference” project.
Venues
Fingerpost Park Health Centre
Fingerpost Park Health Centre, Atlas Street, St Helens, Merseyside WA9 1LN
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Kingsway Learning Centre (Widnes Library)
Kingsway, Town Centre, Widnes WA8 7QU
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Newton Family and Community Centre
Park Road South, Newton-le-Willows WA12 8EX
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Contact
Email:
hshccbt@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 232 7854
Clayton Anxiety Management Course
The Clayton Anxiety Management course is a 6 week structured course aimed at individuals who are experiencing problems with anxiety.
The course gives participants the opportunity to meet and talk together in a mutually supportive environment, as well as learning a range of techniques that have been proven to be helpful in the management of anxiety. Participants will also have access to strategies to improve their mental health, confidence and general wellbeing.
The group runs weekly over a 6 week period. The current group started in March, and if you would like book a place on the next one please complete the form via the “Apply Now” button and you will hear from us with details of dates as soon as they are confirmed.
Contact
Email:
admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 226 3871
Broadheath Anxiety Group
Drop-in support group for people living with any anxiety related disorder. This group runs every Tuesday, 3:00-5:00 pm.
Venue
Broadheath and Dunham Children's Centre
Sinderland Road, Broadheath, Altrincham WA14 5JQ
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Email:
admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 226 3871
Whalley Range Living Well Course
The Whalley Range Living Well course is a 6-week structured course aimed at residents of the Whalley Range area aged 55+ who would like to build confidence, improve their wellbeing and levels of resilience, and build social support. The course gives participants the opportunity to meet and talk together in a mutually supportive atmosphere, talk about their issues and plan social activities. Following the courses participants can continue to meet weekly on a drop-in basis at the venue.
The group runs weekly over a 6-week period. The next course date is to be confirmed.
Please click here for a flyer about this course.
Venue
Tangmere Court
Dudley Road, Whalley Range, Manchester M16 8DF
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Contact
Email:
admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 226 3871
Manchester Domestic Violence Wellbeing Service for Black and Minority Ethnic Communities
Self Help Services is managing a service for women who are currently or have previously been affected by domestic violence.
The service is delivered by a female worker offering one-to-one support. Venues are available across Manchester, including refuges and the option of telephone appointments.
Please click here for a flyer about this service.
Contact
Email:
pws.manchester@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 226 3871
Positive Alternatives Service
Self Help Services is managing Positive Alternatives, a service for those involved in or affected by gang activity, gun or knife crime in the Greater Manchester area.
The service provides one-to-one support helping to improve emotional wellbeing.
Click here for a flyer for the service: Positive Alternatives Team A5 Flyer
Contact
Email:
pws.manchester@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 226 3871
Manchester Veterans’ Stress Awareness Course
The Manchester Veterans’ Stress Awareness Course is a six-week activity-based course which teaches participants skills for coping with issues such as anxiety, anger, depression and substance misuse. The course is delivered jointly by a Veteran and a Practitioner.
The group runs weekly for a 6-week period.
The next course commences on Thursday 22nd March and will run 5pm – 7pm at the Zion Centre in Hulme. The course is open to anyone living in the North West.
Contact
Email:
communityservices@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 226 3871
Manchester Psychological Wellbeing Service (IAPT)
Self Help Services is managing the Manchester Psychological Wellbeing Service, commissioned by NHS Manchester. This service provides one-to-one support and structured courses for people experiencing common mental health problems such as anxiety and depression.
Please click here for a flyer about this service.
Contact
Email:
pws.manchester@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 226 3871
Halton and St Helens’ IAPT Service
Self Help Services manages NHS Halton and St Helens low and high intensity Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) provision.
Venues
North St Helens
Newton Community Hospital, Bradleigh Road, Newton le Willows WA12 8RB
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St Helens South
Fingerpost Park Health Centre, Atlas Street, St Helens, Merseyside WA9 1LN
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Contact
Email:
laura.chandler@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0151 511 5873
Trafford At Home cCBT Service
This service offers computerised Coginitive Behavioural Therapy (Living Life to the Full interactive) to people affected by depression and/or anxiety in the Trafford area.
The service is accessed from home, and includes weekly telephone support sessions. People wishing to access the service need to have access to a computer and a broadband internet connection.
This service is currently funded by NHS Trafford.
Contact
Email:
traffordathome@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 232 7854
Stockport Psychological Wellbeing Service (IAPT)
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elf Help Services manages (as part of a third sector collaborative with Stockport MIND and Stockport Women’s Centre) NHS Stockport’s low intensity Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) provision.
You can visit their website at www.stockportpws.org.uk
Please click here for a flyer about this service.
Contact
Email:
info@stockportpws.org.uk
0161 480 2020
Trafford Psychological Wellbeing Service (IAPT)
In partnership with NHS Trafford Provider Services, Self Help Services co-manages NHS Trafford’s low intensity Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) provision known as the ‘Trafford Psychological Wellbeing Service.’
Contact
Email:
admin@anxietyuk.org.uk
0161 495 9096
Oldham cCBT Service
This service offers cCBT (Beating the Blues or FearFighter) to people affected by depression and/or anxiety in the Oldham area. This service is commissioned by NHS Oldham.
Venues: This service is available at four different locations across Oldham as follows:
- Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre: Mondays, 3.30-6.30 pm
- Lees Library: Wednesdays, 12:00-3:00 pm
- Chadderton Court Social Inclusion Resource Centre: Thursdays, 4:00-8:00 pm
- Crompton Library: Fridays, 12:30-4:30 pm
Venues
Chadderton Court Social Inclusion Resource Centre
451 Middleton Road, Chadderton, Oldham OL9 9LB
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Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre
Cultural Quarter, Greaves Street, Oldham OL1 1AL
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Contact
Email:
oldhamccbt@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 232 7854
Trafford cCBT Service
The service offers cCBT (Beating the Blues) to people affected by depression and/or anxiety in the Trafford area. This service is commissioned by NHS Trafford.
Venues: This service is available at five different localities across Trafford as follows:
- Stretford BlueSCI: Mondays, 12:30–3:30 pm
- New Way Forward, Park House, Sale: Mondays, 4:00-8:00 pm
- Urmston Library: Tuesdays, 4:00-7:00 pm
- Altrincham Library: Wednesdays, 4:00–7:00 pm
- Partington Healthy Living Centre : Thursdays, 10:00am-1:00 pm
Contact
Email:
traffordccbt@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 232 7854
Stockport cCBT Service
The service offers cCBT (Beating the Blues) to people affected by depression and/or anxiety in 
the Stockport area. This service is commissioned by NHS Stockport.
Venues: This service is available at four different locations across Stockport as follows:
- Stockport Well Being Centre: Thursday, 2:00-7:00 pm
- Open Door: Friday, 12:00-4:00 pm
- Cheadle Library: Tuesday, 3:00-7:00 pm
- Marple Library: Monday, 12:00-4:00 pm
Contact
Email:
stockportccbt@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 232 7854
Salford cCBT Service
The service offers cCBT (Beating the Blues or Living Life to the Full) to people affected by depression and/or anxiety in the Salford area. This service is commissioned by NHS Salford
This service is available at three different locations across Salford as follows:
- The Energise Healthy Living Centre – Tuesdays, 2:00-6:00 pm; Wednesdays, 3:00-7:00 pm
- Walkden Gateway – Mondays, 4:00-8:00 pm
- Irlam Fire Station – Thursdays, 11:00-2:00 pm
Contact
Email:
salfordccbt@selfhelpservices.org.uk
For further information call Self Help Services’ cCBT service on 0161 232 7854.
Stockport Anxiety Management Course
The Stockport Anxiety Management Course is a 6-week structured course aimed at individuals suffering with anxiety-related issues who would like to improve their levels of wellness and learn coping strategies that promote ongoing well-being.
The group runs weekly on a rolling basis over a 6-week period. For details of the next running course contact the Stockport Psychological Wellbeing Service.
Venue
Lancashire Hill Community Centre
Lancashire Hill Community Centre, Penny Lane, Lancashire Hill, Stockport SK5 7RP
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Contact
Email:
info@stockportpws.org.uk
0161 480 2020
Manchester Social Phobia Group
Drop-in support group for anyone affected by social anxiety/phobia. This group runs every Tuesday, 7:00-9:00 pm.
Contact
Email:
admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 226 3871
Zion Anxiety Group
Drop-in support group for people living with any anxiety related disorder. This group runs every Wednesday, 1:00-3:00 pm
Contact
Email:
admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 226 3871
Wythenshawe Anxiety Group
Drop-in support group for people living with any anxiety related disorder. This group is held in Meeting Room A and runs every Saturday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm.
Please note, the new time of 10am starts from Saturday 28th January 2012.
Please click here for a flyer about this group.
Venue
Wythenshawe Forum Library
Wythenshawe Forum Centre, Forum Square, Wythenshawe, Manchester M22 5RX
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Contact
Email:
admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 226 3871
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This service offers cCBT to people affected by depression and/or anxiety in the Halton & St. Helens area.
