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Are you happy at work? Our employment advisors across Berkshire are here to help
When we're happy at work we're more likely to be happy in the rest of our lives...
When we're happy at work we're more likely to be happy in the rest of our lives...

Berkshire Healthcare staff celebrate 75 years of the NHS
The NHS is marking its 75th birthday on Wednesday 5 July and so this week we’re taking part in a range of events and activities to celebrate

Berkshire Healthcare takes part in the first ever Bracknell Pride
Our Pride Network, Talking Therapies and Sexual Health teams took part in the very first Bracknell Pride on Saturday at the Lexicon in Brack

Carers Week 2023: Research gives rare insight into experiences of military families
This Carer's Week a new report from our Op COURAGE veterans mental health service shines a light on c


Trainee psychology practitioner virtual careers event - 10 May, 6pm
Join our virtual event to find out more about starting a rewarding psychology career with us

Ramadan 2023
Ramadan will take place between the evening of Wednesday 22 March and evening of Friday 21 April this year. This is the holiest month in the


Health App pilot launches
Five of our mental health services are taking part in a pilot designed to help professionals recommend approved, evidence-based health apps.

Looking after yourself over the festive period
The festive period can be a lonely and difficult time for many people and there are many reasons why this can be. Make sure you take the tim

Reach out for NHS talking therapy treatment this winter
“It’s ok to ask for help” – don’t struggle alone is the message from a new NHS campaign

NHS employment advisors 'Worth their weight in gold'
A successful trial that is improving the lives of talking therapy patients has new funding to extend across Berkshire

Smokers encouraged to join Stoptober
If you’re a smoker, quitting is one of the best things you can do for your health

Welcoming Norwegian therapists to share ideas and best practice
Therapists from the Norwegian Ministry of Health visited us in Bracknell on Thursday

Therapy support app trial shortlisted for national award
An innovative app supporting patients during and after therapy is up for national award.

Another fantastic Reading Pride
On Saturday 3 September we took part in Reading Pride’s annual parade and celebration

Trust receives MoD Gold Employer Recognition Award
We have received the Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, the highest level of accreditation bestowed by the Ministry of Defence

Celebrating Windrush Day
We're marking Windrush Day to celebrate the contribution of Black British culture and to support people to access NHS Talking Therapies

Men's Health Week 2022
Give yourself Mental and Physical Health MOTs. Advice is available to everyone, including those who identify as male, or non-binary.

Watch: Therapy patients urge others to ask for help
Five inspiring Talking Therapies patients share their recovery journeys in a series of short films

Ukraine: How to look after your mental health
If you’re finding the news a lot to take in right now, you’re not alone. Here’s our advice on looking after yourself and others you care for

The NHS Rainbow badge
We've been selected to take part in the second phase of the NHS Rainbow badge initiative, which includes includes a patient survey.

Looking after your wellbeing this winter
The lead up to Christmas and New Year can be a stressful one and this winter has brought many of us added uncertainty.

Support over the festive period
Our opening hours and support available over the 2021/22 festive season.

Proud to be Veteran Aware
We’re committed to delivering the best possible care and support for veterans.

How to manage when events trigger traumatic feelings
Here are five top tips on managing your wellbeing from Op COURAGE our specialist veterans’ mental health team.

Drive to become Armed Forces friendly employer recognised
We have been recognised for our positive action to become a forces friendly employer.

Join an East Berkshire peer support drop-in
Give your wellbeing a boost by joining a HealthMakers Virtual Pop-in Cafe for friendly peer support

New course for worries about life getting back to normal after the pandemic
We have a new video course for anyone worried about the easing of lockdown.

New wellbeing support for Berkshire health and care workers
Health and care workers can get free mental health support with our new Wellbeing Matters website

New Sport in Mind activities in April
Activities like Basketball, Walking, Dancing, Tai Chi, and Gardening are taking place

More Than A Million More People Invited To Get An NHS COVID-19 Jab
(Updated 26 Feb) Letters are now landing on the doorsteps of people aged 64 to get the vaccine

Self Care Week
Self Care Week (16-22 November) aims to raise awareness of what we can do to improve our physical health and mental wellbeing

International Men’s Day
Today is about celebrating the positive value that men of all ages bring to families, workplaces, teams and communities.


World suicide prevention day
If you’re having suicidal thoughts, or you’re concerned for someone else, there’s help available

Personal space: The joys of social distancing
Siobhan Johnson shares her experience of what it's like as someone with sensory processing differences during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Men’s Health Week - 2020
We’re sharing advice on how you can find support, and what to do if you’re concerned about someone else.

National wellbeing support for our people
Our NHS people are doing extraordinary things in the face of an extraordinary challenge - find out how we can support you

Supporting our Veterans' mental health
We're offering support to Veterans and launching new online therapy videos to help you during COVID-19

Mental Health Awareness Week – be kind to yourself
Now is the time to take a moment and show some kindness to ourselves - find out how you can maintain and improve your mental health

We've been rated as 'Outstanding' by the CQC
Following our latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection, we’re delighted to announce that we’ve been awarded ‘Outstanding’

Our new Talking Therapies website is here!
We’re excited to announce that our new Talking Therapies website launches 17 March