Recovery
Discussion group covering various mental health topics and related subjects, Talks are given by psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, lecturers and service users. We provide a welcoming, safe environment where we enjoy sharing our experiences, supporting one another and providing a successful journey of recovery. The group enables you to learn about mental health, improving your knowledge and understanding.

Where to find us.
The Recovery Group meets 6:30pm to 8:30pm, every Tuesday, at the United Reformed Church, Parsons Lane, BL9 0LY. Access via the lower entrance in the car park.
Testimonials
“It’s helpful to hear professionals; the topics are good and informative.”
“Learning we are not alone as sufferers.”
Group Topics
Date | Subject | Speaker |
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24th January 2023 | Managing Anxiety | Dr Fernando - Consultant |
31st January 2023 | Safe Sick Pay Campaign | Beth Foster-Ogg - Centre for Progressive Change |
7th February 2023 | My Story & Walking from London to Manchester | Andy Schofield - Former Soldier |
14th February 2023 | Q&A Session | Emma Kenny - Psychologist and BIG Patron |
21st February 2023 | Benefits of Being in Nature on Mental Wellbeing | Blue Light Hiking |
28th February 2023 | Food issues and Mental Health | Dr Fernando - Consultant |
7th March 2023 | BIG Into Kindness ,Course Overview | Steve Lyon - Therapist & Paul Johnson - BIG Volunteer |
14th March 2023 | Q&A Session | Emma Kenny - Psychologist and BIG Patron |
21st March 2023 | TBC | Matt Coleclough - Anxiety Specialist |
28th March 2023 | TBC | Russ Magnall - Safe and Sound Wellbeing Training |
4th April 2023 | Managing Trauma | Dr Fernando - Consultant |
11th April 2023 | Personal Story and About My Job | Alie Salford - NHS Psychological Therapies Lead Military. Veterans, MoD, Non Executive Director |
18th April 2023 | Q&A Session | Emma Kenny - Psychologist and BIG Patron |
25th April 2023 | Benefits of Physical Exercise on Mental Health | Eddie Owen - Sale Sharks Rugby Club Mental Wellbeing Director |
2nd May 2023 | TBC | TBC |
9th May 2023 | TBC | TBC |
16th May 2023 | TBC | TBC |
23rd May 2023 | Low self-esteem | Dr Fernando - Consultant |
30th May 2023 | TBC | TBC |
6th June 2023 | TBC | TBC |
13th June 2023 | TBC | TBC |
20th June 2023 | TBC | TBC |
27th June 2023 | TBC | TBC |
4th July 2023 | TBC | TBC |
11th July 2023 | TBC | TBC |
18th July 2023 | TBC | TBC |
25th July 2023 | Resilience and Mental Health | Dr Fernando - Consultant |
1st August 2023 | TBC | TBC |
8th August 2023 | TBC | TBC |
15th August 2023 | TBC | TBC |
22nd August 2023 | TBC | TBC |
29th August 2023 | TBC | TBC |
5th September 2023 | TBC | TBC |
12th September 2023 | TBC | TBC |
19th September 2023 | TBC | TBC |
26th September 2023 | TBC | Dr Fernando - Consultant |
3rd October 2023 | TBC | TBC |
10th October 2023 | TBC | TBC |
17th October 2023 | TBC | TBC |
24h October 2023 | TBC | Dr Fernando - Consultant |
31st October 2023 | TBC | TBC |
7th November 2023 | TBC | TBC |
14th November 2023 | TBC | TBC |
21st November 2023 | TBC | TBC |
28th November 2023 | TBC | TBC |
5th December 2023 | TBC | Dr Fernando - Consultant |
12th December 2023 | TBC | TBC |
19th December 2023 | TBC | TBC |
26th December 2023 | Closed | Closed |
Get in Touch. Get Involved.
We are always happy to hear from you. You can contact us by one of the following methods: