York Human Givens Wellbeing Centre

Today is World Mental Health Day.
At Human Givens, we firmly believe that everyone should have access to clear, practical mental health support that works – and this was a driving force behind the creation of the human givens approach over 20 years ago.

Empowering and jargon-free, the human givens approach offers clear ways to make a difference – right now – to your own mental health and to help others quickly too.

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Overlooking Bishopthorpe Road sits our private psychotherapy centre. Open 7 days a week, offering solution focussed therapy for individuals and couples and covering all manner of mental health needs from depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, panic attacks, PTSD, bereavement, addictions and much more. We have a team of accredited and highly trained therapists to help you develop skills and strategies to improve and maintain your wellbeing. Contact us for further information or to book your first session.

Why is it important to know your 9 emotional needs?
Human beings, like all organic beings, come into this world with a set of needs. If those needs are met appropriately, it is not possible to be mentally ill. Perhaps no more powerful a statement could ever be made about the human condition: If human beings' physical and psychological needs are met healthily and in balance, they won't get depressed; they cannot have psychosis; they cannot be in the grip of addictions... https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/

All change at York Human Givens | Human Givens The highly successful York Human Givens Wellbeing Centre was set up in September 2010 and quickly became a thriving practice with nine HG therapists working there...

Happy Father’s Day! Also thinking of those who might be finding today difficult. 💛

Coping with grief on Mother’s Day

Mother's Day is an extremely difficult day for many people. 💜

Seeing families celebrating on social media or on television can remind us of the mothers, grandmothers or children we’ve lost.

We're sharing some of our tips on how to cope with grief this Mother's Day, which could help navigate your feelings tomorrow.

If you are struggling, please reach out to us:

📞 0808 808 1677
🌐 https://www.cruse.org.uk/get-support/

“Music,” wrote the late neurologist Oliver Sacks, “has a unique power to express inner states or feelings. Music can pierce the heart directly; it needs no mediation.”

https://twitter.com/actionhappiness/status/1507271836232527872?s=21

Action for Happiness on Twitter “Music is a great source of happiness 🎸🎹🎵🎻 Research confirms that singing, playing or listening to music improves wellbeing and quality of life https://t.co/Zx6P5eObwK ”

York Human Givens Wellbeing Centre - Human Givens HG therapists, Gail Rhodes and Jenny Waddington, set up the York Human Givens Wellbeing Centre back in 2010 and it continues to thrive - you can read their story here.

Free Depression App

NEW Free Depression App | Human Givens Foundation Just launched - a free new ‘Lift Depression App’ that you can run off your desktop or your phone, based on the human givens understanding of depression and its treatment

What is a healthy relationship?

You Have to Know You’re Worthy to Attract a Healthy Relationship If you consistently attract unhealthy relationships, it's time to take a deeper look at your past, your thoughts, and your beliefs about your worth.

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Today may be the day you reflect on the year you’ve had as a Mother.

To the first time Mother who felt alone and anxious, we see you.

To the pregnant Mother who sat alone in an antenatal appointment to be told “I’m sorry but....”, we see you.

To the Mother who sat by her own Mothers bedside to say her last goodbye, we see you.

To the working Mother who juggled a career whilst educating her children, we see you.

To the IVF Mother whose journey has been delayed, we see you.

To all the Mothers, the list is never ending but please know that you are not alone and through the fear and unknown you have created strength you never even knew existed.

We see you.

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The art of saying no.

The Art of Saying No: Lessons from a Caregiver - Tiny Buddha Learning to say no has helped me re-focus my priorities. It doesn’t mean that I always say no, but rather I allow myself to be flexible.

Jo Baker - HG College tutor and HG practitioner | The Lifting Depression Summit 2021 Jo Baker - HG College tutor and HG practitioner, is one of our speakers at the Lifting Depression Summit - https://liftdepressionsummit.com/​A one-day online...

Wellbeing resources to help build psychological resilience and positive mental health during these uncertain times.

Covid-19 Pandemic Wellbeing Resources | Human Givens Our wellbeing resources will help you build psychological resilience and positive mental health during these uncertain times.

Lift Depression Summit | Human Givens Institute Our live online Lifting Depression Summit is designed to give you the ultimate learning experience. Join our expert speakers to discover why understanding depression is key to recovery.

Powerful words from Anthony Hopkins.

Powerful words from Anthony Hopkins : must read. This is the hardest thing you’ll have to do in your life and it will also be the most important thing: stop giving your love to those who aren’t ready to love you yet.

Christmas, from a little person's point of view.

Be kind to me this Christmas—from a little person's point of view:

- You've probably let me eat more sugar than usual. I'm bound to have higher highs and lower lows.

- In the holidays I'm out of routine. I can cope better with transitions when I know exactly what's coming next, so please explain our plans for the day clearly to me.

- The anticipation of Christmas can be pretty overwhelming and exhausting. Help me to rest by keeping to my normal bedtimes.

- Travelling at Christmas is stressful for all of us. When possible, be flexible about when we travel and check the traffic before we leave.

- I have no idea about the value of money. If there's no way I can have that giant Lego set for Christmas, then please tell me well before Christmas morning. I'll have time to get over my disappointment, and I'll learn to trust your honesty.

- Grown-ups find preparing for Christmas stressful. I know you want it to be perfect for me so I'll have memories I can cherish forever. But I see you getting stressed, sometimes even before you do. I pick up on it and reflect it like a mirror. Please slow down, notice me, talk to me, play with me. That's what I'll remember.

- When I lose it—and I probably will at some point—please don't make me ashamed of my feelings by shouting at me. I never set out to deliberately disappoint you and I didn't try to ruin your Christmas. I'm really not that calculated. I'm just a little person whose brain deals with stress in different ways to yours. Please try to understand me, from my point of view.

And when all else fails, wrap your arms around me and hold me so I feel the strength of your love.

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Take a minute to ask someone if they are ok.

Su***de prevention: WAIT WAIT - how you can help with su***de prevention.

10 years today since we opened York Human Givens Wellbeing Centre! What a privilege it’s been to work with such an amazing team of HG therapists and such wonderful clients.

To all York NHS Trust staff
Our therapists at the York Human Givens Wellbeing Centre have allocated sessions to support you throughout the Covid-19 pandemic.
Please do not put off seeking help as we can offer you the support you need now. Our therapists are offering sessions at a reduced rate depending on your NHS employment circumstances.
Please email us using the form on the Contacts page https://www.yorkhumangivens.co.uk/contact-us
and we will get back to you to discuss which therapist would be best suited to your situation and availability.

The fastest way to change our mood...

Amazing team! Thank you for all you are doing.

Great Advice keep going members and remember

During these uncertain and challenging times, all of our therapists are now able to offer secure online, or telephone therapy sessions. Please do not hesitate to contact any of our therapists directly if you'd like to make an appointment.
https://www.yorkhumangivens.co.uk/

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