Author: Caitlin Acreman

New investment will expand access, reduce waiting times and support more NHS and social care staff.

Support isn’t always “one size fits all”. After finding that her first experience of therapy wasn’t meeting her needs, NHS worker Laura felt empowered to share honest feedback and explore a different approach.

The annual Canopi virtual symposium returned this January, bringing together clinicians, researchers and people with lived experience to explore research frontiers in mental health and wellbeing.

This November, in recognition of men’s mental health awareness month, we take a look at how culture, masculinity and workplace pressures influence men’s wellbeing.

We recently asked one of Canopi’s therapists, “If you could give just one piece of advice for better mental health, what would it be?” and their answer was “the five ways to wellbeing.”

Mental health challenges amongst healthcare professionals often go unnoticed and for many, reaching out for help can feel like an impossible step. But for those who do, the results can be life changing. In this blog, Matt, a registered nurse, shares their journey – from the early signs of mental struggle, to finding support through Canopi.

For many Welsh speakers, finding support for their mental health in their first language can be life changing. Canopi is proud to be able to offer this to the NHS and social care staff who work across Wales.

Sometimes, the hardest part of getting help is recognising when you need it. For Chris, an NHS administrator, that moment came after a particularly challenging period at work.

Today officially marks the first day of spring. For many, this is the time for spring cleaning our homes, gardens and wardrobes. But what about our mental health? In this blog, we look at the different ways we can lift our mood and positively influence our mental wellbeing this season.