We are all faced with challenges in our daily lives or times when we may find it difficult to cope.
With Further Education being difficult enough, it is vital that those that experiencing personal difficulties are given the correct support and guidance to help combat and improve their own mental health or wellbeing alongside managing their academic success.
Here at Wyke, we care about the mental health and wellbeing of all of our students. As part of the pastoral services, the counselling team are here to act as a listening ear for our student’s needs, offering the relevant support and advice in a non-judgemental environment. Students can access the free and confidential counselling resource to talk about any issues or problems they are experiencing, whether directly related to college or not.
The counselling team are on hand throughout the week in OAK 42 and can also be accessed via email, wellbeing@wyke.ac.uk Students wishing to utilise this service can arrange regular weekly sessions, or alternatively, students can engage in the weekly drop-in sessions.
Wyke WellBeing Blog
Wyke has it’s own emotional wellbeing blog, sharing tools and strategies to help ensure that you have the most positive experience during your time at the college. Blog posts can be seen below or accessed at: Wyke Wellbeing Blog
- World Smile and World Mental Health Dayby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 8th October 2020 at 8:25 am
World Smile Day and World Mental Health Day are both important dates in October. At Wyke we are marking both days on Friday 9th and Monday 12th […]
- Anxietyby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 23rd September 2020 at 2:35 pm
In today’s current climate there are many issues for people to feel anxious about, whether it is COVID 19, starting college, moving friendship […]
- World Suicide Prevention Dayby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 10th September 2020 at 8:56 am
World Suicide Prevention Day is Thursday 10th September.Please know that you are not alone, there is support which you can access, please ensure you […]
- Welcome Backby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 9th September 2020 at 7:55 am
Hello and welcome back to Wyke 6th form college, we are super excited for the year ahead and hope you guys are too!Please take some time to visit the […]
- Setting Goals and Keeping Focussedby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 3rd July 2020 at 8:41 am
Looking forward and making plans keeps you focused and helps to keep you feeling well. As we approach the next chapter in our lives think about what […]
- Bereavementby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 11th June 2020 at 1:06 pm
BereavementBereavement is the loss of someone important to us, whether that be a family member, friend or a pet. Grief is the process we go through […]
- Well Being Yogaby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 20th May 2020 at 11:17 am
Well Being YogaAs part of Mental Health Awareness Week, we have shared a fantastic Yoga Session put together by The Yoga Studio Hull which was […]
- Mental Health Awareness Weekby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 20th May 2020 at 10:56 am
Mental Health Awareness WeekIt is important more than ever to take care of our mental health and emotional wellbeing. There are lots of useful tips, […]
- Breathingby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 14th May 2020 at 9:12 am
BreathingTaking the time to stop and breath is really helpful to relieve stress and anxiety. Try the following breathing exercise to help you to […]
- 10 Ways to Boost your Emotional Wellbeing!by noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 27th April 2020 at 2:16 pm
Below are 10 ways you can help yourself to improve your emotional wellbeing.Keep active- exercise is good for your physical and emotional healthEat […]
- Staying Positive with The Active Coping Calendarby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 3rd April 2020 at 9:41 am
The focus of today's blog is staying positive.Action for Happiness is a new movement which aims to help people take action for a happier and kinder […]
- Structure for Well Beingby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 30th March 2020 at 10:38 am
Well done everyone, we have made it through the first week of remote working and staying home. I know it has not been easy, but you should be […]
- Coronavirus (COVID- 19) and your wellbeingby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 16th March 2020 at 2:36 pm
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and your wellbeingThe outbreak of Coronavirus (Covid- 19) may cause overwhelming feelings of fear which can result in stress […]
- Well Being Sessions at Wykeby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 9th March 2020 at 11:51 am
Well Being Sessions at WykeCome along to the Well Being sessions in Oak 3 & 4 every Wednesday at 1:10pm until 1:40pm.This is a great time to […]
- Self Injury Awareness Dayby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 4th March 2020 at 3:17 pm
Self Injury Awareness DayRaising awareness of self-injury leads to understanding and empathy, banishing judgment and fear, and reducing the number of […]
- I Had a Black Dogby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 26th February 2020 at 9:56 am
I had a black dogWe posted this video in May 2019, some of you may have seen this video and for others this may be the first time. The video is an […]
- Time to Talk Dayby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 6th February 2020 at 9:45 am
Today is Time to Talk Day so make the time to talk to others. Talking about mental health isnt always easy, here are a few tips to get you […]
- Feeling Lonelyby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 27th January 2020 at 4:02 pm
It can be really hard when you feel lonely and you do not think you have anyone you can turn to for support. It is important to identify areas in […]
- Setting Goalsby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 9th January 2020 at 3:34 pm
Now its January there’s lots of discussions about setting New Year’s resolutions, but they can be hard to keep up with. How about a new way of […]
- Feeling Lowby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 16th December 2019 at 12:00 pm
Having low mood and no motivation can make you feel lonely, you may feel tired, worried or frustrated. There are a number of things you can do to […]
- Shelf Help for Mental Healthby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 2nd December 2019 at 10:09 am
There is a fantastic selection of self-help books in the library to support you with your mental health. The books support with anxiety, depression, […]
- Drugsby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 25th November 2019 at 1:27 pm
DrugsDrugs have a negative effect on mental health and well-being.Drugs cause many negative effects both mentally and physically, for example:MDMA […]
- Let's Talk About Eating Disordersby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 15th November 2019 at 12:04 pm
The NHS describes an eating disorder as ‘when you have an unhealthy attitude to food, which can take over your life and make you ill’ (NHS 2019) […]
- LGBTIQ+ and Mental Healthby noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 21st October 2019 at 2:56 pm
LGBTIQ+ and Mental HealthPeople who identify within the LGBTIQ+ community can be at a higher risk of developing mental health problems.MIND LGBTIQ+ […]
- World Mental Health Day 2019by noreply@blogger.com (Well Being at Wyke) on 9th October 2019 at 12:08 pm
World Mental Health Day 2019World mental health day takes place on Thursday 10th October 2019.Let’s take the time to talk and listen about mental […]
Further wellbeing information can be found using the websites below:
General Wellbeing & Support
Beat (The UK’s Eating Disorder Charity)
CASA Suite (Sexual Violence/Sexual Abuse Support)
Cornerhouse (Sexual Health Service)
Evolve (Eating Disorder Service)
Let’s Talk (Depression & Anxiety Service)
Matthew’s Hub (Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome Support Service)
The Mix (Essential Support For Under 25s)
Rape Crisis (Sexual Violence/Sexual Abuse Support)
Seed (Eating Disorder Service)
The Warren (Youth Education & Support)
Woman’s Aid (Domestic Violence Support)
Free Apps Available For Download
Headspace
Mindshift
Moodpath
Stay Alive
Stop, Breathe, Think
Alcohol & Drug Awareness
Depression & Anxiety
Self Esteem
Self Harm
Safeguarding Children (Free Online Course)
