These are a number of sessions designed to increase our knowledge in relation to specific conditions. They acknowledge individual experience, exploring the different aspects of support and self-management.

Course overview

An Introduction to Anxiety

Overview: This introductory course will provide information about anxiety. It will explore common symptoms of anxiety, and highlight ways that may help manage these. We will also guide you through an optional short relaxation exercise.

Managing Persistent Fatigue

Overview: This course is aimed at individuals who are experiencing persistent fatigue for known or unknown reasons. The aims are to help individuals to understand the factors that can contribute to persistent fatigue, and develop fatigue management strategies that can be used day to day.

An Introduction to Depression

Overview: Depression goes beyond feelings of sadness or unhappiness and can deeply disrupt how we think, feel and live our daily lives. This introductory course explores how depression can impact on individuals in many different ways, and ways to manage this.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Overview: Sometimes people with Autism struggle to make sense of their feelings and the feelings of others. In this introductory course we will discuss helpful ways to recognise and manage emotions for adults living with Autism.

A Guide to Autism Support Services, Practical Tools & Resources

Overview: This course aims to provide details on a range of autism support services and resources which autistic adults can access. Whether you are looking for guidance on workplace adjustments, education and training opportunities or everyday wellbeing we hope to help you find the right resources. The course aims to provide access to trusted information, practical tools and signposting to specialist organisations, support networks and advocacy services

An Introduction to Personality Disorder

Overview: This short workshop/introduction gives us an insight into Personality Disorder, challenging some of the misconceptions we may hold.

An Introduction to PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)

Overview: This course invites us to gain a better knowledge and understanding of what Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is and techniques we can use to help manage symptoms of this. Delivered by individuals with lived experience and professionals, we can identify many coping strategies that may help individuals, carers and professionals support themselves or those with PTSD.

An Introduction to Persistent Pain

Overview: Pain, especially when persistent, can significantly impact our daily lives. This introductory course reflects on the effect that persistent pain has on us and begins to explore some self-management techniques.

An Introduction to Hoarding

Overview: This short introductory workshop gives us an insight into the topic of Hoarding. Acknowledging how hoarding can impact on individuals and their lives, exploring some of the common negative misconceptions, and hearing personal stories of challenge and hope. This workshop will give the opportunity to discuss practical steps, hints and tips, that could help you in taking the first steps to addressing hoarding, as well as signposting to any additional supports available within our communities