Amh New Life Counselling

Today is International Day of Charity! One of the 5 Steps to Wellbeing is Give - so why not give something to someone else today, whether it's a compliment to a friend, or giving your time to someone or a donation to a good cause!
You can give a donation to New Life Counselling in many different ways below - and any amount, no matter how small, is hugely appreciated 💜

There is still a long way to go as every suicide is one too many, but this is good news in England, Scotland and Wales - hopefully we will see a similar trend in NI in the future

Just over a month until the Granite Challenge! If you would be interested in taking part to raise money for New Life Counselling, please email unamchugh@newlifecounselling.net

This new report on #selfharm is extremely worrying. If you're self harming or are worried about someone who is, we can provide support. You can go to our website newlifecounselling.net where you can make a referral by clicking on 'Get Counselling'.
There is also some more info on self harm in the Self Help Info section of our website.

The closing date to register for this year's Belfast Half Marathon is this Friday 31st August - don't miss out! You can still sign up and run to raise funds for New Life Counselling - just email unamchugh@newlifecounselling.net to find out more 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Did you know failure can actually be healthy for children?
It can help a child to understand consequences and learn coping skills, and to build resilience - here are some tips on how to support kids through experiencing failure...

What might Screen Time be replacing in a child’s life?
“Screen time” is time spent with any screen including smart phones, tablets, TV, laptops, computers and video games
Why should we limit screen time?
... - Screens replace opportunities for eye contact which teaches us about interaction and reading facial expressions - We learn quicker through real play with real people in the 3D world - We learn language best from responsive human beings - It may damage sleep quality - the blue light from screens increases alertness, causing sleep disturbances - Too much screen time can = not enough exercise – which also affects sleep, or could cause obesity.
Try to develop a 'healthy media diet' for your family!
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One of the #Take5 Steps to Wellbeing is to Keep Learning - why not try out a course in Autumn? It can also help you meet new people and Connect - another of the steps to wellbeing!

Watch our CEO Norma Patterson speak about the impact of The Troubles on mental health in NI on the ITV News at Ten

Good luck to everyone receiving their GCSE results today! Remember, grades don't define you, and there are many options and paths for you to take in life no matter what your results.
If you need extra advice or support today - you can call the National Careers Service on 0800 100 900 - if you're in distress, call Samaritans on 116 123... - If you would like to refer yourself for counselling with us, you can do so on our website newlifecounselling.net or call or office on 028 9039 1630
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Are you struggling with stress?😫 The Health and Social Care Trusts are offering a FREE 6 week course on Stress Control, teaching skills on how to manage and control your stress levels.
Locations and times for the September course in the Belfast Trust are shown below.
... These free courses are also running all across NI and at different times throughout the year, so don't worry if you can't make this one - details are available at https://www.mindingyourhead.info/training
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It's 5 weeks to go till Belfast Half Marathon - and it's not too late to register and run in aid of New Life Counselling!
Any amount you could raise, big or small, would be hugely appreciated - if you'd be interested in running in aid of New Life, please get in touch by emailing Una at unamchugh@newlifecounselling.net ☺️

WE'RE HIRING! We currently have a number of exciting opportunities to join the team at New Life Counselling.
We are looking for: - creative therapists... - casual and part time counsellors - a HR officer
Visit http://newlifecounselling.net/recruitment for more info.
If you know someone who would be perfect for one of these roles, please share this post!
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Meabh from our OKAY (Only Kids and Youth) team attended the Elephant in the Room event yesterday, held by the Youth Mental Health committee 🐘 She had the opportunity to chat to young people about our Youth Access programme, which promotes good Mental Health and providing therapeutic services for 11-25 year olds in the Ardoyne and Ballysillan area.
If you want to make a referral for a young person to the Youth Access project, you can do so online at www.newlifecounselling.net or call the office 02890391630.
Our Youth Access Programme is kindly funded by Urban Villages.

This week is Afternoon Tea Week! ☕ Why not have some friends over and host a delicious Afternoon Tea in aid of New Life Counselling?
It's a brilliant excuse to enjoy some tasty treats and a chat while helping us to provide counselling to those in need.
If you'd be interested in hosting a sponsored Tea Party or Coffee Morning,big or small, for New Life Counselling, simply email unamchugh@newlifecounselling.net for more info 😊

Very very excellent service . Thank you so much for your help . I don't know where will I be if I didn't get help from you . It has made me stronger and ready to face life.

New life has made such a difference in my son's life and I couldn't be more grateful. A massive thanks to Ann-Marie and all the hard work she done with him.

Best thing I ever did was going to new life. Such a positive impact on my life

Very very excellent service . Thank you so much for your help . I don't know where will I be if I didn't get help from you . It has made me stronger and ready to face life.

New life has made such a difference in my son's life and I couldn't be more grateful. A massive thanks to Ann-Marie and all the hard work she done with him.

Best thing I ever did was going to new life. Such a positive impact on my life

Very very excellent service . Thank you so much for your help . I don't know where will I be if I didn't get help from you . It has made me stronger and ready to face life.

New life has made such a difference in my son's life and I couldn't be more grateful. A massive thanks to Ann-Marie and all the hard work she done with him.

Best thing I ever did was going to new life. Such a positive impact on my life