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Anxious Minds, a leading North East mental health charity, dedicated to transforming lives and providing vital life changing and sometimes, life-saving support. We offer mental health support and long-term care for individuals aged 14 and above who are facing challenges such as mental health struggles, loneliness, isolation and poverty. Our services are accessible across the region, available both in-person and online, ensuring help is always within reach.
our award winning veteran services
Cost of Living Crisis Support
Are you struggling to put food on the table or feeling alone and in need of a helping hand? The Veterans & Community Kitchen & Food Bank is here for you. We’re dedicated to providing nourishing hot meals and a supportive environment for anyone who needs our help, including the Veterans their families, the homeless, unemployed and vulnerable across Newcastle upon Tyne and North Tyneside. Whether you’re a veteran adjusting to civilian life or someone facing difficult times, our doors are open to you. Join us from Monday to Fridays, with a Veteran Breakfast Club on Fridays, from 10:30am. Let us fight hunger and loneliness together – all are welcome at our community kitchen.
The Veteran Families and Carers Support Service is dedicated to helping both families and carers of sick and injured Veterans and Reservists. Our experienced team offers tailored support, from advocacy to mental health, through one-to-one sessions and peer support groups. We also deliver specialist training and informative sessions, designed by us, to make life easier for you and the person you care for. In addition, we provide practical guidance, signposting to services, emotional resilience workshops, and community events to ensure carers feel valued, heard, and empowered in their vital role.
Veteran Recovery College
Winner of seven national awards for support to the veteran community through healthcare and rehabilitation, and accredited by Royal
Military service can leave an indelible mark on those who served,one that doesn’t fade when the uniform comes off. For Britain’s Armed Forces veterans facing the invisible wounds of service, Anxious Minds stands as a beacon of hope and healing.We understand that military trauma requires specialised care from those who truly comprehend its complexity. That’s why our clinical team delivers expert, evidence-based treatment specifically designed for Veterans and Reservists struggling with PTSD, anxiety, depression and other service-related mental health challenges.
Veteran Outdoor Therapy
Immerse yourself in the restorative power of nature with Anxious Minds’ outdoor therapy sessions. Nestled in our private woodland just outside Prudhoe, our weekly programmes provide a tranquil escape where you can reconnect with your mental wellbeing. Backed by extensive research, outdoor therapy is an effective method to alleviate stress, boost mood and cultivate mindfulness. Experience the transformative benefits of this holistic approach as our qualified practitioners guide you through tailored activities amidst the calming embrace of the great outdoors.
Be a Beacon of Hope
In a mental health crisis, waiting is not an option. Without immediate support, another life could be lost, or another person left without hope.Together, we can make sure no one is left waiting in their darkest hour.
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We recognise the profound and lasting impact that Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can have on a person’s mental and emotional wellbeing. These traumatic or distressing events, such as abuse, neglect, or exposure to household dysfunction, occurring before the age of 18 can significantly shape an individual’s ability to cope in adulthood. Many of the individuals we support across the North East have lived through these early life adversities, Through compassionate, trauma-informed care, we provide a safe and empowering environment where survivors can begin to heal, regain control, and build resilient, healthier futures.
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One of our key objectives is to support individuals in moving forward by helping them return to work. We collaborate with partners such as the North East Combined Authority, Reed in Partnership and the Wise Group to provide employment opportunities. Additionally, we run our own job board, where job seekers can explore vacancies from our recruitment partners, and employers can post job listings. Every donation directly contributes to improving mental health services, ensuring that more people receive the support they need.
Struggling with mental health can feel isolating and overwhelming. At the Community Drop-in & Recovery Centre, we believe in the power of connection and shared experience. Our peer-led approach fosters a supportive environment where individuals can learn from one another’s expertise and lived experience, helping each other on the path to recovery.
Community Counselling Services
Are you, or is someone you know, struggling with mental health challenges? Our multi award winning bespoke counselling service, based in Wallsend in North Tyneside, and Blyth Northumberland provides a safe, non-judgmental space for you to work through your difficulties. With over a decade of experience, our qualified therapists use evidence-based talking therapy techniques to help you gain clarity, develop coping strategies and improve your overall wellbeing. Unlike impersonal one-size-fits-all approaches, we tailor each session to your unique needs. Take the first step towards a happier, healthier you – book your consultation today.
We’re incredibly lucky to live in the North East, with beautiful Northumberland right on our doorstep. The Get Out and Get Active project encourages people to explore the outdoors, make new friends, and discover positive ways to care for both their mental and physical health through fun, accessible activities.
North East Women
North East Women is a dedicated mental health programme supporting women across the North East struggling with mental health, addiction, abuse, trauma, and emotional distress. We provide up to 18 counselling sessions, peer support groups, outdoor therapy, and tailored advice services creating safe, women-only spaces for healing, resilience, and long-term recovery.
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