Service Category: Mental Health Support
Action Mental Health
AMH New Horizons supports the recovery of adults experiencing mental ill health who are interested in progressing towards further education/training or employment. We provide a comprehensive programme of specialist training in the areas of mental health, personal development, vocational skills and employability. Staff work with individuals to enable them to identify personal development and employability goals, through a person centred approach, to support the development of individually tailored action plans. To join AMH New Horizons, individuals can self refer or contact their local Community Mental Health Team, Conditions Management Programme, Jobs & Benefits Office or contact the local AMH New Horizons service directly
AWARE NI
AWARE NI is the Depression Charity for Northern Ireland, offering support and education for people with depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder. The organisation run a large network of peer-led Support groups welcome people experiencing mental ill-health, offering them a safe space to open up and be around others who understand them. AWARE NI also deliver mental health and well-being programmes into communities, schools, universities and workplaces, teaching attendees techniques to look after their own mental health and wellbeing.
AWARE NI’s vision is of a future where people can openly discuss their mental health, access services appropriate to their needs, and have the skills and knowledge to maintain positive mental health.
For more information, visit www.aware-ni.org.
Cunamh
The organisation emerged from the opportunity created in 1994 as a result of the ceasefire and subsequent political and social developments. This created a new environment and space in which for the first-time victims and survivors could commence a process of reflection, exploration and personal growth. These new hidden opportunities allowed for new methods of personal and community development to take shape. The rationale underpinning the development of the project was that the peace building process needed to cater for the emotional and psychological impact, which the conflict had upon Victims and Survivors’ health & well-being.
Extern Derry
For almost 50 years in Northern Ireland and 21 years in the Republic of Ireland Extern has worked alongside our funding partners to provide solutions to some of the most difficult societal issues.
Annually, we passionately support and speak out for over 15,000 children, individuals, and families. Our commitment lies in enabling them to triumph over their adversities, fostering positive change, and strengthening family bonds for a brighter future.
HURT (Have Your Tomorrows)
HURT (Have Your Tomorrows) is a voluntary organisation supporting individuals and their family who have been impacted negatively by drug/alcohol problems. HURT treatment centre offers a confidential; non-judgmental approach to those affected by dependency and addiction.
HURT staff and volunteers provide a holistic care package to individuals seeking assistance in relation to their own or a loved one’s addiction issue. Our services include Auricular acupuncture, complimentary therapies – to include reflexology and massage, clients are also offered ten weeks of counselling.
HURT also offers a range of programmes for younger & older people, Reconnected Recovery & Destination Me, helping with addiction, activities, excursions, OCN’s etc.
We deliver preventative educational programmes within local schools youth clubs and community based initiatives.
LIPS (Limavady Initiative for the Prevention of Suicide)
Listening ear and crisis support services, bereaved by suicide support group, walking to welllness walking group, art therapy, men’s social cafe.
NI Association for mental health
Niamh (Northern Ireland Association for Mental Health), is the largest and longest established independent charity focusing on mental health and wellbeing services in Northern Ireland.
PIPS Charity
PIPS Suicide Prevention Ireland Charity is here to provide counselling and befriending support to individuals who are experiencing or have experienced suicidal thoughts or mental unwellness. PIPS Charity also provides support to families and friends who have been touched by suicide.
The Old Library Trust
The Old Library Trust is a healthy Living centre located in the heart of Creggan that delivers a wide range of programmes and activities that help to improve local people general health and mental wellbeing.
The Play Therapies Centre
Play and Art Therapy are effective and caring forms of therapy that will take your child through a gentle experience, with creativity at it’s core and our therapist as their guide. At The Play Therapies Centre we are passionate about helping and supporting children to grow and progress from being anxious, withdrawn or hostile, to becoming more confident, content and satisfied within themselves and their environments.
Waterside Women’s Centre
The Waterside Women’s Centre was set up as a safe space for women to meet, attend workshops and classes, and to find out about the wide range of support and services that are available locally. We welcome everyone and we are also keen to hear ideas to ensure our services are responsive to women of all ages.
The Centre has an excellent on-site creche which enables mums and carers of babies and young children to participate in our programmes or to have a couple of hours to themselves.
The Centre will be 30 years old this year (2024) and we have received many positive testimonies from women who have availed of our services over the years, including some who described the Centre as a ‘lifeline’.
