Self-help
Local support
Stockport Local
To connect with others in your community visit Stockport Local, an online directory where you can find information in your area about:
- community groups
- services
- events
- activities
- volunteering opportunities
Stockport Libraries - Boost your mood
Stockport Libraries have many 'mood boosting' books. They also have a range of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) self-help books. These can help with some common emotional and mental health problems.
Healthy Stockport
Take a look at other areas of the Healthy Stockport website. You'll find more information about how you can make healthy lifestyle changes yourself which can benefit your mental wellbeing:
- healthy eating
- physical activity
- stopping smoking
Online tools and resources
Living Life to the Full
Living Life to the Full is a resource based on the cognitive behavioural therapy approach.
It includes courses that can help overcome low mood and stress. The courses can also help you to face the challenge of living with long term health conditions.
These resources are free to anyone living in Greater Manchester.
You can visit the GM Health Hub for more information and to sign up to Living Life to the Full.
Stockport and District Mind
Stockport and District Mind are a local, independent adult mental health charity, supporting people in Stockport. They run local activities and events to support your mental wellbeing.
Self Help Talking Therapies Stockport
Self Help Talking Therapies Stockport provide support, tools and techniques to help you take control of your life.
Talking Therapies can help you deal with negative thoughts and feelings. You can access this support on a one to one basis or as part of a wider group or workshop.
E-therapy courses enable you to work through a series of online exercises and learn techniques to help you feel better about yourself. You can access the courses from your own home.
These services are available to anyone who is registered with a GP in Stockport, aged 11 years and above.
Social Media
Spend well and Live Well in Stockport
The Spend well and Live Well in Stockport Facebook group is open to everyone. It's for services and residents to post tips and advice about maximising your own money and improving your wellbeing. This can cover anything from:
- free advice sessions
- money saving tips
- affordable activities
- school uniform exchanges
The list is endless.
Useful websites
NHS
Every Mind Matters provides expert advice and practical tips to help you look after your mental health and wellbeing. Take the quiz to get your free Mind Plan.
Moodzone provides practical information, interactive tools and videos to help you look after your mental health.
Mental Health Foundation
The Mental Health Foundation has information about mental health and advice on how to look after your mental health. There are podcasts and videos, inspiring stories and an A to Z guide.
Mind
The national mental health charity, Mind, provides practical information on:
- improving and maintaining your mental wellbeing
- the 5 ways to wellbeing
- conditions
- support
- treatment
- your rights
There's also an online mental health page which explains the benefits and challenges to your mental health from being online, how to look after yourself online and how to get support.
Action for Happiness
Action for Happiness is a movement committed to building a happier and more caring society. Find out how you can create more happiness around you.
Apps
My Possible Self
The My Possible Self app helps you to develop coping mechanisms, learn mental health management skills and live happier on your journey to becoming your best possible self. You can download the free app on the website.
Feeling Good: positive mindset
The Feeling Good: positive mindset app helps relax your body and mind with a series of audio tracks. They're designed to help you build confidence, energy and a positive mindset.
Student Health App
The Student Health app offers reassurance, information and advice on topics relevant to students including mental health and wellbeing.