Counselling and mental health support
Living with persistent pain can often feel very lonely, which can lead to poorer mental and physical health due to isolation.
Support ranges from clinical psychological interventions to community-based emotional wellbeing services and peer-led support.
Integrated mental health teams (MINT)
A MINT team is a mental health hub that brings together diverse expertise from various mental health professionals, including those from the voluntary sector, in the local area.
These teams are designed to provide comprehensive support for adults facing a variety of mental health challenges, ensuring that every individual receives the care they need to thrive.
One of the core principles of a MINT team is to offer personalised care plans. Everyone who seeks help will receive a tailored plan that addresses their unique needs, preferences, and circumstances. This approach ensures that care is not only effective but also respectful of each person’s journey and aspirations.
By signposting individuals to further support when needed, a MINT team ensures a continuum of care beyond immediate treatment, fostering long-term wellbeing and recovery.
How to access your local MINT team?
Ask your GP or doctor’s surgery staff to make a referral on your behalf.
Second Step – Wellbeing Service
This service is for adults living in North Somerset who are in need of mental health support and for their carers.
Second Step aim to help people develop the skills to explore, improve and maintain their mental health and wellbeing and recovery, through a range of free workshops, courses and group activities.
How to access Second Step Wellbeing Service and workshops?
Find out more on the Second Step website.
Second Step – Recovery Navigators
Second Step plays a crucial role in the success of the MINT teams by employing a team of experienced Recovery Navigators. These skilled professionals are central to helping people on their recovery journey.
Recovery Navigators work closely with other mental health professionals to ensure a holistic approach to mental health care, emphasising people’s strengths and potential. Their support is invaluable in navigating the complexities of mental health recovery, providing guidance, encouragement, and practical help along the way.
How to access Second Step Recovery Navigators?
Find out more on the Second Step website.
Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership (AWP) NHS Trust
North Somerset is part of AWP. The trust provides mental health support for patients with chronic pain, including psychological talking therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
How to access AWP?
Ask your GP or doctor’s surgery staff to make a referral on your behalf or find out more on the AWP website.
NHS Talking Therapies
The Vita Health Group provides NHS Talking Therapies in North Somerset, a free and confidential service designed to support individuals by providing the tools needed to get things back on track.
How to access NHS Talking Therapies?
Ask your GP or doctor’s surgery staff to make a referral on your behalf or find out more on the NHS Talking Therapies website.
VitaMinds online courses
VitaMinds in North Somerset has a number of online courses which focus on the impact of specific long-term conditions. For example Living Well with Musculoskeletal (MSK) Pain, which helps people understand the impact of MSK pain on mood and how to address this, to help patients to manage their condition better.
How to access VitaMinds online courses?
Ask your GP or doctor’s surgery staff to make a referral on your behalf or find out more on the VitaMinds website.
