Through Guided Self Help we provide one to one support to people with mild to moderate anxiety, depression or stress. By introducing them to a range of self help tools and literature that they can work through independently, they gain a better understanding of the issues that are affecting them and are able to make positive, practical changes.
In the last year, over 90% of people using this service experienced a significant improvement in their mental health. Based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), this is an evidence based, problems focused approach to changing the way that people think, feel and behave. Guided Self Help is delivered over four sessions, generally spread over several weeks.
Who can apply?
Guided Self Help is available by GP referral at venues throughout Edinburgh and Midlothian. For further details please call 0131 225 8508 or email us.
Talking Therapies Team Leader:
Claire Edwards claire@health-in-mind.org.uk
Need help now?
If you or someone you care for is facing a crisis and in distress, please contact NHS 24 or your GP directly.
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"I feel I can now cope with the challenges life throws at me."
Becky, Livingston
"Everything suddenly made sense, I felt like I was trapped in a vicious circle and that I had no way of changing how depressed I was feeling. I now know ways I can stop this and have tools to help me manage my feelings."
Alan, Leith
"I found my Guided Self Help worker easy to talk to, and she made the materials clear and easy to understand."
Rich, Gorgie
