Wellbeing
Young Minds define mental health and wellbeing in young people as
“The strength and capacity of our minds to grow and develop, to be able to overcome difficulties and challenges, and to make the most of our abilities and opportunities.”
Often when we talk about mental health, people immediately think of the negative aspects of certain mental health disorders, such as depression, anxiety or self-harm. But we all have mental health and wellbeing: it is on a spectrum. Just like physical health, people can have good mental health or have problems that they need help to overcome and this can be different from one day to the next.
At Stockport School we take mental health and wellbeing very seriously. There are lots of ways for students to get help for their wellbeing at school and to get involved with wellbeing activities. Our wellbeing strategy is all about building the tools to:
- look after ourselves,
- to look after each other
- and to seek help when we need it.
Although other people can support us to be happy and healthy, we have the best chance of being able to stay happy throughout our time in school if we learn how to take responsibility for our own wellbeing.
If you would like some more information on self-care to support your child, please contact a member of the Wellbeing Team.
The Wellbeing Team
We are proud to have a Wellbeing Team in school. The Wellbeing Team is led by Mrs Walker and is made up of a team of staff as well as Student Wellbeing Ambassadors.
We are always developing our Wellbeing provision in school so any students with ideas are encouraged to speak to a member of the team.
We offer support in school from both the team and external agencies who visit school.
There are a wealth of resources available for parents and students to access, many of which are listed below
Stop.Breathe.Think gives eligible young people aged 8-21 access to free 1-1 counselling sessions. No wait times and available nationally, they provide vital support to those who need it right now
Free counselling for:
- people with learning difficulties
- people with autism, including Asperger’s and autism spectrum conditions
- parents or carers
- couples
- individuals
We also offer specialist counsellors with expertise in play therapy, for example.
All their counsellors have either personal or professional experience of being with their client group and all hold an enhanced CRB check and personal insurance. They offer counselling in English and British Sign Language.
Live chat function with qualified professionals and resources for young people. Accessed online on the website for free, further information provided. All anonymous. Ages 25 and below.
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The Mix Counselling service is suitable for you if you are looking for short-term help with your mental health and emotional wellbeing. The Telephone and Webchat counselling service is available to young people aged 25 years old and under. Their counsellors aim to support by listening to your problems and helping you find ways to cope in a confidential, safe space. Counselling sessions could help with issues such as: – A bereavement (death) or relationship breakdown – Stress / anxiety – Exploring issues like your sexual identity / gender identity – Dealing with issues that are stopping you achieving your ambitions – Dealing with feelings of depression or sadness – Understanding yourself and your problems better – Feeling more confident You will usually be offered up to eight counselling sessions that last around 50 minutes each. |
Stop.Breathe.Think gives eligible young people aged 8-21 access to free 1-1 counselling sessions. No wait times and available nationally, they provide vital support to those who need it right now
Get connected.
Stay well.
Know your options.
Live your life.
GREATER MANCHESTER APPRENTICESHIP & CAREERS SERVICE
Stop.Breathe.Think gives eligible young people aged 8-21 access to free 1-1 counselling sessions. No wait times and available nationally, they provide vital support to those who need it right now
Get connected.
Stay well.
Know your options.
Live your life.
GREATER MANCHESTER APPRENTICESHIP & CAREERS SERVICE
Stop.Breathe.Think gives eligible young people aged 8-21 access to free 1-1 counselling sessions. No wait times and available nationally, they provide vital support to those who need it right now
Get connected.
Stay well.
Know your options.
Live your life.
GREATER MANCHESTER APPRENTICESHIP & CAREERS SERVICE
Stop.Breathe.Think gives eligible young people aged 8-21 access to free 1-1 counselling sessions. No wait times and available nationally, they provide vital support to those who need it right now
Get connected.
Stay well.
Know your options.
Live your life.
GREATER MANCHESTER APPRENTICESHIP & CAREERS SERVICE
Stop.Breathe.Think gives eligible young people aged 8-21 access to free 1-1 counselling sessions. No wait times and available nationally, they provide vital support to those who need it right now
Helplines / apps:
Stop.Breathe.Think gives eligible young people aged 8-21 access to free 1-1 counselling sessions. No wait times and available nationally, they provide vital support to those who need it right now
Get connected.
Stay well.
Know your options.
Live your life.
GREATER MANCHESTER APPRENTICESHIP & CAREERS SERVICE
Parent/carer support:
Stop.Breathe.Think gives eligible young people aged 8-21 access to free 1-1 counselling sessions. No wait times and available nationally, they provide vital support to those who need it right now
Get connected.
Stay well.
Know your options.
Live your life.
GREATER MANCHESTER APPRENTICESHIP & CAREERS SERVICE