Money worries

"Psychological therapy can be life changing and can increase productivity and enhance earning power BUT when given a choice between paying the gas bill or having therapy the latter can feel like a non-essential. When people are lower in mood and feeling weighed down by difficulties it can feel really difficult to problem solve. It's exactly these times when the non-biased, helpful stance of a mental health professional can be really helpful. However, what we know is that with lengthy waiting lists and rising household costs that for many people accessing much needed therapy feels like a luxury. Historic trends inform us that poorer mental health usually follows trends linked to recession, unemployment and shrinking income. Given that we can already see these patterns shaping up for the next few years it would be wonderful to seen an increase in funding for mental health and psychology roles so that we can do our best to help the nation weather the storm."

We have started providing outdoor wellbeing activities for people with a variety of mental health problems in Bristol. 100% of people who attend say the cost of living crisis has caused them anxiety, as well as the pandemic. More than half have low incomes or are on benefits.

We have started providing outdoor wellbeing activities for people with a variety of mental health problems in Bristol. 100% of people who attend say the cost of living crisis has caused them anxiety, as well as the pandemic. More than half have low incomes or are on benefits.