Mental Health

SilverCloud - free online mental health therapy without needing to go through your GP

The pandemic has taken its toll on all of us, with a growing number of people suffering from anxiety, stress, loneliness and feelings of isolation. Dedicated support has been made available to enable more people to access online mental health therapy courses on their smartphone, tablet or computer without needing to go through their GP.

The roll-out of direct access to online therapy for Wales' entire 16+ population recognises that people need immediate help in managing their mental health and wellbeing as the impact of COVID-19 continues to be felt, and reduces barriers to accessing this support.

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Ask your GP for a referral to our Counselling Service

The practice have two trainee counsellors who are undertaking a placement at Chirk Surgery. They are currently studying a Level 4 Diploma qualification in Therapeutic Counselling, and are BACP registered and practice Person-Centred Counselling techniques.

Counselling can help you:

  • deal with feelings of depression or sadness, and have a more positive outlook on life
  • deal with feelings of anxiety, helping you worry less about things
  • cope with work-related stress or redundancy
  • cope with a bereavement or relationship breakdown
  • explore issues such as sexual identity
  • deal with issues preventing you achieving your ambitions
  • understand yourself and your problems better and feel more confident
  • develop a better understanding of other people's points of view

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Counselling is a type of talking therapy that allows a person to talk about their problems and feelings in a safe and confidential environment. A counsellor is trained to listen with empathy (by putting themselves in your shoes). Counsellors can help you deal with any negative thoughts and feelings you have.

Counselling appointments are free of charge and, due to Covid-19 restrictions are held by telephone, video link or by Zoom . Each session will be 50 minutes on weekly basis.

If you would like further information, please contact the surgery (by phone or submitting via online consultation) and ask for a GP to refer you to the service.

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