Your mental health is just as important as your physical health and we are very aware that the pandemic and current restrictions have really impacted our community’s over all mental health. This area of our website is where we hope to add any helpful links or posts related to mental health resources and anything we think might be of use for our patients.
HSE resources
- The HSE have free online stress management class https://stresscontrol.ie/
- http://Mind your health – HSE mental health resources
Mental Health Ireland
Mental Health Ireland have a wealth of resources and guides that are worth having a look at Mental Health Ireland
Silver cloud CBT services
We are happy to link with the HSE and Silver Cloud to be able to refer patients to be able to access free mental health support via Silver Clouds CBT app. Speak to one of our GPs and they can refer you to Silver Cloud who will then invite you to access their platform free of charge. Once you’ve signed up, you’ll be assigned a coach who will check in with you weekly, help you set your goals and apply your learnings. For more information see their website Silver Cloud Patient info If you would like to book an appointment with one of our GPs to see if you are suitable to be referred, please call reception.
Help with sleep
Sleep is so important and yet so many of us have issues getting to or staying asleep. We’ve gathered some resources that may be of help Podcasts: https://www.sleepwithmepodcast.com/ Bedtime stories to help grown ups fall asleep in he deep, dark night. Apps: https://www.sleepio.com/ NHS info https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/sleep-and-tiredness/how-to-get-to-sleep/ https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/sleep-and-tiredness/10-tips-to-beat-insomnia/ https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/sleep-and-tiredness/healthy-sleep-tips-for-children/# Audio: Spotify Sleep playlist Spotify Deep Sleep playlist