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Northpoint
@northpointmh.bsky.social
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We are a charity providing a range of talking and digital therapies to children, young people and adults across Yorkshire and the surrounding areas.

Website: www.northpoint.org.uk
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/northpointmh/
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It’s #NationalSelfCareWeek☕

Not everyone has time to dedicate to self-care every day. That’s why our Wellbeing Champions have shared quick, one-minute tips to help weave self-care into your day.

Discover below ways to prioritise yourself, even on the busiest days💚

#MentalHealthMatters #Wellbeing
Complete a free wordle online. Activate a sense with a scented hand cream or lip balm. A desk tidy can give a sense of control and a calmer space. Stretch at my desk with my arms overhead and take a slow forward fold. Step outside, a breath of fresh air can help to reinvigorate. Practice mindfulness, think about a list the sounds and scents around me. Practicing box breathing at my desk helps me to calm and focus. I find it grounding to look out of the nearest window and take a slow deep breath.
November 21, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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#Movember month is here, dedicated to raising awareness for men’s mental health, suicide prevention, prostate cancer & testicular cancer.

Get involved with events and talks on men’s mental health this month and connect with others through meetups and support groups across #Leeds & #Calderdale💚
Movember Month in Leeds & Calderdale Mind Your Head is Mental health support sessions for men, hosted by Healthy Minds 📍2nd Wednesday of every month, Halifax Victoria Theatre 📍4th Wednesday of every month, Hebden Town Hall International Men’s Day Event - Connect with community groups and learn about men’s mental health services in Leeds 📍Thursday 20 November, Kirkgate Market, Leeds Leeds Dads Health Summit - Supporting dads struggling with isolation and depression and discussing men’s mental health 📍Wednesday 19 November, West Yorkshire Playhouse Movember Month in Leeds & Calderdale Intro to Peer Support - For those looking for support for the first time, Leeds Mind host an intro to find out how peer support can help you 📍Thursday 20 November, Clarence House, Horsforth Being Men Podcast - Hosted by men who work within the mental health sector, offering support and advice on men’s mental health 📍Listen in this month on Spotify Men In Need Together - Weekly support groups for men to talk about their struggles in a peer-to-peer setting 📍Every Tuesday, Morley & Belle Isle, Leeds 📍Every Wednesday, Crossgates & Morley, Leeds
November 18, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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We’re proud to have been named a finalist for Employer of the Year at the Investors in People Awards.

Although we didn’t take home the award this time, being shortlisted alongside such outstanding organisations is an achievement we’re proud of 💚

#EmployerOfTheYearAwards
November 13, 2025 at 12:32 PM
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Our CEO, Duncan Pearse, will be speaking at The Future of Social Impact Summit 2025 on 18 November, hosted by Trust Impact 🔊

The event brings together leaders from across sectors to explore what it really takes to create meaningful, measurable change.

Find out more: tinyurl.com/4m7j2fce

#Impact
November 5, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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We enjoyed watching the @acamh.bsky.social awards last night 🏆

While we didn’t take home the award, being shortlisted in the Digital Intervention category reflects the significant progress we’ve made in improving access to support and reducing waiting times for young people.

#MentalHealth
October 31, 2025 at 10:18 AM
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October is #ADHDAwarenessMonth🧡

Our staff who live with ADHD have shared their own words and personal experiences to give insight into the realities of ADHD.

We hope by sharing experiences, we can encourage awareness and understanding of ADHD and help others feel seen and supported

#ADHDworkplace
October 28, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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We’re proud of the work our Schools Team delivered last year, including therapy, digital tools and consultations.

Wait times were also been cut down by the use of SST and digital services with SilverCloud.

A big thanks to our Schools teams for their hard work and commitment👏

#EduSky #MentalHealth
October 24, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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We marked #WorldMentalHealthDay at Trinity Leeds by connecting with visitors about local support and sharing helpful resources 💚

As part of this year's theme, 'mental health in catastrophes and emergencies', visitors shared their personal strategies for resilience.

#WMHD
October 10, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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It was a pleasure to host the 'Digital Therapies & AI' event for #LeedsDigitalFestival.

Alongside #AireInnovate and #SilverCloud we explored ways to solve the pressing challenges in healthcare and how AI can be used to assist this both safely and ethically.

A big thank you again to our speakers🤝
October 1, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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👏Our event space at The Small Mill in Leeds is all ready to go for today's event, as part of #LeedsDigitalFestival.

Our partners Aire Innovate and SilverCloud will be joining us to discuss the use of AI tools in digital therapies.

We look forward to welcoming you all.

#MentalHealth #AI
September 30, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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When organisations talk openly about mental health, it helps break stigma, builds trust, and creates safer workplaces💬

It’s not just about policies, it’s about culture, leadership, and consistency.

See how your workplace can take action with our recommendations 👇

#WorkplaceWellbeing
How employers can prioritise mental health in the workplace Embed mental health in induction and training. Promote information on the support available during staff inductions Consider mental health training for all colleagues Make sure your mental health support resources and policies are readily accessible Support through internal communications. Use internal communications to promote mental health support information and policies This might include emails, staff intranet and noticeboards Helpful ways to share information could include fact sheets, myth busters, blogs, tips and web links Encourage mental health champions. Mental health champions can encourage positive mental health and wellbeing across your organisation They help to guide colleagues to appropriate support, making the process of seeking help less daunting Wellbeing champions can act as a bridge between staff and leadership, helping to ensure that wellbeing initiatives are relevant and effective
September 22, 2025 at 9:35 AM
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Recently we hosted two powerful leadership development coaching sessions, led by Executive Coach @garybuxton.bsky.social🙌

The coaching explored how our personalities influence how we lead and collaborate and reminded us that effective leadership is never one-size-fits-all💡

#LuminaSpark #Leadership
September 16, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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To mark World Suicide Prevention Day, we supported stalls at Trinity Leeds and Time for Young People Hub to promote support for young people’s mental health.

We joined the crowds on the streets of Leeds to cheer on the 84 baton bearers as part of the Baton of Hope UK Tour 👏

#SuicidePreventionDay
September 10, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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👏We’re thrilled to share that Helen McGlinchey, our Director of Children & Young People Services, has been shortlisted for the #ACAMHAwards in Digital Intervention.

This is a huge recognition of her dedication & impact in child mental health. Roll on October🤞

#ChildMentalHealth @acamh.bsky.social
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September 3, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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Your mental health isn’t just personal, it should be a workplace priority.

📊The latest statistics show why it is important for a workplace to have clear mental health practice & policies, support that is visible and a culture where conversations are welcomed.

#MentalHealthMatters #WellbeingAtWork
Mental health in the workplace statistics Mental health issues are the number one cause of work sickness absences in the UK 52% of employees feel more productive when their organisation offers mental health resources 47% of employees believe that open dialogue about mental health would improve their wellbeing at work
August 29, 2025 at 9:26 AM
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🌿August is National Wellness Month🌿

This month is a time to pause, reflect and take part in activities that support your physical and mental wellness🧘

Check out below what you can get involved in this month across Leeds & Calderdale.

#WellnessMonth #LeedsEvents #CalderdaleEvents #Wellbeing
National Wellness Month activities in Leeds & Calderdale Crafting for wellbeing 29 August, 10.30am 📍Middleton Family Centre, Leeds Morning yoga sessions Every Sunday, 10am 📍Project House, Leeds Food Festival 16-17 August, 10am 📍Temple Newsam, Leeds Wellness Walk 27 August, 10am 📍Bankhouse Inn, Pudsey Calderdale Heritage Walk 25 August, 2pm 📍Hare & Hounds Inn, Hebden Bridge Outdoor Wellbeing Sessions Every Monday, 12pm 📍Healthy Minds, Pye Nest Allotment
August 15, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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🌟We’re proud to share our accreditations🌟

🤝These accolades highlight the clinical standards we follow, our commitment to a supportive workplace, and dedication to provide the best mental health support we can.

Learn more: bit.ly/4lqXXBQ

@leedsmind.bsky.social #WellbeingatWork
Logos of accreditations
August 13, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Mental health is still surrounded by myths that can discourage people from seeking support. 💬

By replacing stigma with facts, we can build a culture where mental health is treated with openness and respect. 💚

#MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness
Busting the myths: Mental health myths vs facts MYTH “Therapy is only for those with complex mental health needs” FACT Therapy can benefit many people who may be experiencing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, or more complex needs. Seeking therapy can encourage preventative care and can be a step towards improving mental wellbeing. MYTH “Mental health challenges are a sign of weakness” FACT Mental health challenges can be caused by multiple factors. They are not a character flaw or personal failure. They can affect anyone, regardless of their perceived strength. MYTH “Once you seek help, you’ll need it forever” FACT Some people can benefit from long-term support. Others can use short-term therapy to address specific issues, build coping skills, and to learn to manage independently.
August 8, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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Recently our Schools Team explored polyvagal theory with our supervisor, Sue Campbell and daughter Hannah.

The session deepened our understanding of trauma responses and was followed by celebrating our dedicated team members’ 10 years of service, with our long service pins🎖️

#PolyvagalTheory #MH
August 5, 2025 at 11:07 AM
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Last month, our leadership team and board of trustees met for a strategic planning day.🤝

Organised by Birch Tree Associates, the day reflected on our progress and future direction.

A big thanks to everyone who contributed to such a thoughtful and insightful day.🙏

#WorkplaceWellbeing #MentalHealth
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August 1, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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🙌 This month our EMHP, Jodie Eagleton, joined Youth Social’s ‘What the Friday’ podcast, led by Relationships Matter.

👫The podcast explores healthy relationships and aims to help empower young people with the tools to navigate modern dating.

🎧 Listen here: youtu.be/smIeczSN8TE

#YouthVoice
July 29, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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For #NationalSelfCareDay, we asked our teams what self-care looks like for them.

From long runs to drag shows and punk rock, self-care can come in all different forms.

Here’s how our teams at Northpoint look after their wellbeing💚

#MentalHealthMatters #Wellbeing
Self care stickers “I operate in a three before me rule. I do three small tasks to be productive, then one thing that I choose/want to do/find relaxing” Olivia, Mental Health Practitioner “Going for a long run is always my self-care” Nigel, Assistant Director of Adult Services “I see my friends. Also, Tamagotchi video games is my go to at the moment” Olivia, Administrator “I melt on the sofa, put my phone away and get stuck into a really good drama” Charlie, Operational Team Manager “I engage in my hobbies – drag shows, punk rock, and football!” Clare, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner “I go to pilates every week for my self-care” Mel, Administrator “I go for a ride on my motorbike in the countryside” Jonathon, Deputy Operational Team Manager “I try to spend at least one hour a day, no distractions, listening and noticing whatever I’m feeling” Darrin, Clinical Operational Team Manager “My self-care ritual is creating a relaxing space at home and having a coffee. A tidy, aesthetic home motivates me” Marcus, Pscyhological Wellbeing Practitioner
July 24, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Back on the open-top bus for Leeds Pride 2025! 🌈

The day was a joyful, powerful celebration of visibility, solidarity, and community.

We are proud to stand with the LGBTQ+ community, not just during Pride, but all year round.

#PrideInMentalHealth #LeedsPride
July 23, 2025 at 7:58 AM
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Getting outdoors isn’t just good for your body — it’s a powerful way to support your mental wellbeing too 🧘

The outdoors should be for everyone, so this #AccessibleOutdoorsMonth, we're sharing accessible walking routes across #Leeds and #Calderdale🌿

Know a great accessible route? Share it with us!
Woodlesford Lock. The canal-side walk is great for spotting wildlife and is a well maintained, flat path throughout. Follow the path towards Methley for cafe stops and toilets. Pugneys Country Park Featuring a 1.6-mile flat, well-maintained path around the lake. This path is suitable for wheelchairs and offers scenic views, nature observation, and convenient facilities like accessible toilets and a cafe. St Aidans Nature Reserve The park features a 120m accessible path, which includes 6 level resting areas and new benches. Managed by the RSPB, St Aidan’s is a stunning site bursting with wildlife and amazing views. Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve A two-mile stretch of wheelchair-accessible paths, including canal towpaths, river paths and purpose-built areas for wheelchair users to observe wildlife in the bird feeding area. Ogden Reservoir The well-surfaced route close to the reservoir is suitable for wheelchairs, with RADAR key locks at each end. This walk is a great trail for bird watchers, with a wide variety of birds living there. Shibden Park Featuring a 1.6-mile flat, well-maintained path around the lake. This path is suitable for wheelchairs and offers scenic views, nature observation, and convenient facilities like accessible toilets and a cafe.
July 11, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Wellbeing can often be used as a buzzword, but its true meaning goes far beyond surface level self-care.

This #WorldWellbeingWeek, our team of wellbeing champions share what wellbeing means to them, emotionally, physically, mentally and socially. Offering insight beyond the buzzwords 🧠
Charlie Smart, Operational Team Manager says: ‘Whilst social media can be great for staying in touch, it can also make me feel I’m not where I could be. Not achieving or experiencing life the way others are. It can quietly erode our sense of contentment, self-worth and wellbeing.’ Charlie’s insights are: Pause and reflect - Before scrolling, ask yourself how you're feeling. Are you looking for connection, or are you comparing? Curate your feed - Follow accounts that uplift and inspire you, not ones that trigger stress or self-doubt. Take digital breaks - A social media detox. Even a few hours a day can make a big difference. Practice gratitude - Focus on what’s going well in your own life. A short daily gratitude list can shift your mindset. Connect in real life - Nothing beats genuine, face-to-face connection. Reach out to a colleague or friend for a chat or a walk. Vanessa Stillwater, Administrator says ‘Work-related pressure can be difficult to leave at work and can sometimes spill into your personal life. This can affect relationships with family and friends.’ Vanessa’s insights are: We don't always take the time to think about what the root cause of a problem is and can lay the blame at home, when the problem is at work. When possible, take time to stop and reflect after a work day. Things always feel worse when you have problems piling on top of each other. By tackling things straight away and finding time for regular self check-ins, your day-to-day feels much more manageable. A holistic approach can have great benefits. This approach looks at our whole being, including our physical, mental and spiritual needs. This interconnectedness can promote a positive overall wellbeing. Amanda Coates, Assistant Director for Digital Innovation and Impact ‘I think a lot of people still misunderstand mental wellbeing as just “feeling happy” or being calm and stress-free all the time. But it’s so much more layered than that.’ Amanda's insights are: Start with your existing routine. If you’re already making a cup of tea, take a moment to breathe while the kettle boils. If you’re scrolling on your phone, maybe stand up and stretch a bit while you do it. Those little moments add up more than we often give them credit for. Real wellbeing isn’t about avoiding hard emotions—it’s about how you cope with them, how you process what you’re feeling, and how you take care of yourself. It doesn’t mean you never wobble, but that you allow space for those wobbles without judgment. I think we need to normalise those moments, not hide from them. For years I have found that being around water has a huge positive impact for me. I've learned that this is about "blue health" and research shows that blue spaces can reduce stress, improve mood, increase physical activity, and even promote social connection. Claire Tooth, Education Mental Health Practitioner ‘If you are feeling stressed or feel like you're not coping well, it is always best to reach out. Help will always be there if you look for it, whether it’s family, friends, colleagues, or professional.’ Claire's insights are: Get a routine in place. This can help you feel on top of your wellbeing. My routine includes 20 minutes of daily stretches or yoga to set me up for the day. Build in some time outside, especially when working indoors or on screen all day - a half hour walk makes a real difference. My garden and allotment are where I can totally switch off from work. Join a group or treat yourself to something that is beneficial for your wellbeing. I have a monthly Shiatsu session but any monthly massage/bodywork/sauna/spa treatment is beneficial. We are worth it! We work hard and this is my monthly release of tension and opportunity to re-balance.
June 27, 2025 at 12:07 PM