Depression
Depression refers to a wide range of mental health problems characterised by a loss of interest and enjoyment in ordinary things and experiences, low mood and a range of associated emotional, psychological, physical and behavioural symptoms.
Behavioural and physical symptoms can include tearfulness, irritability, social withdrawal, an increase of pre-existing pains, increased muscle tension (Gerber et al., 1992), a lack of libido, fatigue and reduced activity, agitation and heightened anxiety.
Often times, people living with depression will experience changes to their sleep and eating habits. This can include reduced sleep and lowered appetite (sometimes leading to significant weight loss), but for some people sleep and appetite are increased. A loss of interest and enjoyment in everyday life, and feelings of guilt and worthlessness are common, as are lowered self-esteem, loss of confidence, feelings of helplessness, suicidal thoughts and attempts at self-harm or suicide.
Psychological changes include poor concentration and reduced attention, negative thoughts about oneself, one’s past and the future.
Below you will find out how Self Help Services can help you if you are experiencing depression.
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
West Didsbury Depression Course
The West Didsbury Depression course is a 6 week structured course aimed at individuals who are experiencing problems with low mood and depression.
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 with mood management. 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 November, and if you would like book a place on the next course, 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
Halton & St Helens Veterans’ Stress Awareness Course
The Halton & St Helens Veterans’ Stress Awareness Course is a six-week activity-based course which teaches participants skills for coping with issues such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, anxiety, anger and depression. The courses are delivered by veterans for veterans.
The group runs weekly on a rolling basis over a 6-week period, 2 hours per week in the evening.
This course has now started and cannot take new participants. A new course is due to start in Manchester in January.
Contact
Email:
admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0151 511 5875
Urmston Depression Group
Drop-in support group for anyone living with any form of depression. This group runs every Tuesday, 3:00-5:00 pm.
This group will be closed on Tuesday, 27th December, but will re-0pen on Tuesday, 3rd January 2012.
Contact
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
Greater Manchester Gang Wellbeing Service
Self Help Services is managing a service for those involved in or affected by gang activity in the Greater Manchester area.
The service provides one-to-one support helping to improve emotional wellbeing.
Please click here for a flyer about this service.
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 Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, anxiety, anger and depression. The courses are delivered by veterans for veterans.
The group runs weekly on a rolling basis over a 6-week period.
The next course commences in January 2012 and applications are being accepted.
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:
- Altrincham Library: Wednesdays, 4:00–7:00 pm
- Urmston Library: Tuesdays, 4:00-7:00 pm
- Stretford Library: Mondays, 12:00 noon–3:00 pm
- New Way Forward, Park House, Sale: Mondays, 4:00-8:00 pm
- Partington Job Shop: 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 Depression Course
The Stockport Depression Course is a 6-week structured course aimed at individuals suffering with depression-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
Brinnington Children's Centre
Westmorland Drive, Brinnington, Stockport SK5 8HH
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Contact
Email:
info@stockportpws.org.uk
0161 480 2020
Zion Depression Group
Drop-in support group for anyone living with any form of depression. This group runs every Wednesday, 3:00-5:00 pm.
Contact
Email:
admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 226 3871
Harpurhey Depression Group
Drop-in support group for anyone living with any form of depression. This group runs every Thursday, 1:00-3:00 pm.
Venue
North City Library
North City Library, Rochdale Road, Harpurhey, Manchester M9 4AF
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Contact
Email:
admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
0161 226 3871
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