In this episode, Ferzana discusses ways to help manage obsessive thoughts and compulsions, with some helpful strategies that you can put into practice.  Further information can be found on our website www.talkingtherapies.nelft.nhs.uk or call 0300 300 1554. To seek details of IAPT services in other areas, please visit https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-psychological-therapies-service/ This episode is voluntarily produced by www.Ventoux.Digital 

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14: Managing Obsessive Thoughts and Compulsions

In this episode, with this week being Loneliness Awareness week, Mariam and Amanda discuss loneliness and how this might be experienced even before the pandemic, and some ideas to help you cope with feeling isolated. Further information can be found on our website www.talkingtherapies.nelft.nhs.uk or call 0300 300 1554. To seek details of IAPT services in other areas, please visit https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-psychological-therapies-service/ This episode is voluntarily produced by www.Ventoux.Digital 

13: Managing Loneliness

In this episode, Heera, Julia and Amanda discuss why keeping active is important for us at this time, and then guide you through some strategies to help you put your plans into practice. You might like to find a pen and paper to write your idea, and our hints and tips down.   Further information can be found on our website www.talkingtherapies.nelft.nhs.uk or call 0300 300 1554.   To seek details of IAPT services in other areas, please visit https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-psychological-therapies-service/   For support, if you are in a difficult home environment:   Please don’t hesitate to call 999 for the emergency services if you need them.   National Domestic Abuse helpline 0808 2000 247 www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk Men’s Advice Line 0808 801 0327 www.mensadviceline.org.uk Galop for members of the LGBTQ+ community 0800 999 5428 www.galop.org.uk Women’s Aid www.womensaid.org.uk Karma Nirvana for honour based violence 0800 5999 247 www.karmanirvana.org.uk Southall Black Sisters https://southallblacksisters.org.uk Imkaan for black and minority ethnic women www.imkaan.org.uk Stay Safe East for disabled victims and survivors 020 8519 7241 http://staysafe-east.org.uk Muslim women’s Network Helpline  0800 999 5786 www.mwnuk.co.uk Sign Health for deaf people Text/WhatsApp/Facetime 07970 350366 https://signhealth.org.uk Hourglass for concern about an older person  0808 808 8141 Chayn for online help and resources in different languages https://chayn.co   This episode is voluntarily produced by www.Ventoux.Digital 

12: Keeping Active

In response to the death of George Floyd and the protests which have followed, this week the podcast focuses upon coping with racial based stress and trauma. In this episode, Whitney and Jenny provide you with strategies to help you practice emotional first aid to cope with racial based stress and trauma. We would advise you to find a pen and paper before listening, so you can write down their hints and tips to help you implement these strategies.    Further information can be found on our website www.talkingtherapies.nelft.nhs.uk or call 0300 300 1554. To seek details of IAPT services in other areas, please visit https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-psychological-therapies-service/ For the NELFT statement upon recent events, please see here:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CA-KKsnAOz3/?igshid=1jksvuf1eticn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NHSNELFT/photos/a.1491120177864139/2297811523861663/?type=3   This episode is voluntarily produced by www.Ventoux.Digita 

11: Managing Racial Based Stress & Trauma

In this episode, our guest speaker, Paul discusses how we can teach ourselves something new, the benefits of doing this for our wellbeing, and guidance on how to get started. Further information can be found on our website www.talkingtherapies.nelft.nhs.uk or call 0300 300 1554.   This episode is voluntarily produced by www.Ventoux.Digital 

10: Motivating Ourselves to Learn Something New

In this episode, Mariam, Stephanie and Julia discuss why we might find ourselves worrying and struggling to cope with the uncertainty caused by the COVID 19 outbreak, and some useful strategies to help manage the anxiety.   Further information can be found on our website www.talkingtherapies.nelft.nhs.uk or call 0300 300 1554.   To seek details of IAPT services in other areas, please visit https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-psychological-therapies-service/   This episode is voluntarily produced by www.Ventoux.Digital 

9: Managing Worry and Uncertainty

In this bonus episode, Ranjot and Amanda provide you with information about our service in Redbridge, and how we have adapted to ensure we can continue to offer psychological support during the COVID-19 outbreak. We also include information on seeking support if you do not live in other areas of the UK.  *Please note that our helpline is no longer active, and the service has resumed its usual hours of Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.  We recommend listening to our other episodes to help you,  while you seek support from either our service or another therapy service based in your area.   Further information can be found on our website www.talkingtherapies.nelft.nhs.uk or call 0300 300 1554.   To seek details of IAPT services in other areas, please visit https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-psychological-therapies-service/   This episode is voluntarily produced by www.Ventoux.Digital 

8: We Are Still Here For You!

In this 15 minute episode, Mimi guides you on learning to become more mindful in your everyday activities. This episode also features an interview with one of her clients, who has been practising this technique.  You will need a raisin, a piece of chocolate or fruit for this practice!    Further information can be found on our website www.talkingtherapies.nelft.nhs.uk This episode is voluntarily produced by www.Ventoux.Digital 

7: Becoming More Mindful in Everyday Activity

In this 20 minute episode, Shuhela guides you through some strategies to help you learn to manage your relationships; how to cope with the stress of spending much more time together, and coping with problems which may cause distress.    To find your local IAPT service please visit https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-psychological-therapies-service/    Further information can be found on our website www.talkingtherapies.nelft.nhs.uk   This episode is voluntarily produced by www.Ventoux.Digital 

6: Managing Relationships

In this 20 minute episode, Daniel guides you in another form of relaxation practice, this time using our senses, to help you discover the technique that is most successful for you.   We would advise you to find somewhere quiet, warm and comfortable where you will not be disturbed.   Please do not try listening while driving.    Further information can be found on our website www.talkingtherapies.nelft.nhs.uk   This episode is voluntarily produced by www.Ventoux.Digital 

5: Using Our Senses to Relax

In this special hour-long episode, Esther guides you in the practice of mindfulness, to help you learn to focus on being in the present moment. Please find somewhere to listen where you are comfortable, and will not be disturbed or distracted. This episode contains both practices and reflections to participate when you wish to.   Further information can be found on our website www.talkingtherapies.nelft.nhs.uk   This episode has been voluntarily produced by www.Ventoux.Digital  

4: Minding ourselves in times of difficulties

In this episode, Sharon and Amanda discuss the importance of sleep and guide you through some tips to help you sleep better. We recommend reading the Sleep self -help guide produced by the Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust and this can be found at www.cntw.nhs.uk/selfhelp. Apps such as Headspace and Calm may also be of benefit to you at this time.  Further information can be found on our website at www.talkingtherapies.nelft.nhs.uk This episode has been voluntarily produced by www.ventoux.digital  

3: Sleeping Through a Crisis

In this 30 minute episode, Daniel guides you through a progressive muscle relaxation exercise to help you learn to relax. We would advise you to find somewhere quiet, warm and comfortable where you will not be disturbed. Please do not try listening while driving.  Further information can be found on our website www.talkingtherapies.nelft.nhs.uk This episode is voluntarily produced by www.Ventoux.Digital 

2: Time to Relax

North East London based IAPT service brings to you the Redbridge Talking Therapies podcast series full of strategies towards coping during the COVID-19 breakout. In each episode, we will focus on coping with worry, low mood, isolation, loneliness, relaxation and mindfulness. 

1: Redbridge Talking Therapies Podcast

Redbridge Talking Therapies is providing additional support to our local community and beyond during the outbreak of COVID-19 with this series of podcasts to help you to develop your coping skills in these unprecedented times. Each of our podcasts featuring members of our team, will guide you in strategies for coping with worry, low mood, isolation, loneliness, relaxation and mindfulness. Voluntarily produced by Ventoux.Digital (http://www.ventoux.digital)

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