Conwy Mind

08/10/2026

🌿 If there’s one big thing our summer wellbeing workshops taught us, it’s that there really is no single way to look after your wellbeing.

We had such a lovely time bringing everyone together over the summer. Whether we were getting our hands messy with natural dyes, trying our hand at fermenting, making bird feeders, weaving cordage, or learning floristry, it was amazing to see how taking a moment to make something all together can clear your head.

With World Mental Health Day coming up this week, we wanted to share a few of the lessons and stories we picked up along the way.
Swipe through the photos to see what we got up to! 📸✨

A few thank you's:
Firstly to our amazing workshop leaders for sharing their skills with us and helping our participants try something new. Secondly to our participants for joining us.
And finally: None of these sessions could have happened without the generous funding we received from The National Lottery Community Fund.

How will you be taking care of your wellbeing this World Mental Health Day?
Drop your emoji in the comments and let us know what helps you the most:

🌸 Creating or crafting something

🫙 Slowing down & giving things time

🐦 Getting outside into nature

However you're spending your time, we hope you take a moment to do something gentle for yourself.

07/10/2026

Are we really fine in North Wales?
1 in 3 adults who avoid seeking help for their mental health say it's because they feel their issue "isn't serious enough."
Over 1,500 residents in Conwy County receive support for anxiety, depression, and mental health conditions each month, and the waitlists are increasing.
Across Wales, 77% of suspected suicides are men, with the highest rates among those aged 35 to 44.

When we brush off our feelings with "I'm fine," we keep these numbers hidden. Every issue is serious enough and every struggle matters.

How you can make a difference today?
Ask a friend "How are you?" and then ask a second time: "How are you really?"
Support our local services: Set up a regular donation via our website. Just £3 per month can help us provide vital free mental health services when our community needs them.

Spread the word, and let's back mental wellbeing in our community together.

06/10/2026

Did you know that 1 in 3 adults who avoid speaking to a GP about their mental health think their problem "isn't serious enough"?
Whether you are living with day-to-day stress, anxiety, or low mood, your mental health matters just as much as your physical health.

Conwy Mind is here for you, to support you through whatever you’re trying to navigate right now with 1-1 support, professional counselling and more.

No problem is too small. Reach out before it feels too much.

Visit the link to contact us today.

29/09/2026

💙 Our social groups are here to help you get connected in safe and understanding spaces. We're here for you, to support you in a way that fits you and your lifestyle. Please share to help us spread the word!

Click the link in our bio to find out more and join a group.

26/09/2026

24/09/2026

🦋Calling all nature enthusiasts! We've got some last minute spaces available on our Free Wildlife Gardening Workshop on Tuesday 29th September.

Due to some cancellations, there's still time to join Iwan Edwards from North Wales Wildlife Trust to discover how easy and rewarding it is to garden with nature in mind.

Booking is Essential. Follow the link below to secure your place.

18/09/2026

📣Fundraiser Friday Shout Out!
A huge thank you to the MBOX team for their support this year! We were looking back at this time last September and the incredible Conwy 3 Peaks challenge they took on for us. A huge challenge for anyone to undertake, but they didn't stop there... They showed up for us again in May for a 49Km walk!
Together, they've raised over £7000 - there's no stopping this team 💪!

Not only are we blown away by the challenges they've undertaken for us this year, but we're also amazed by how this group came together and how their community rallied around them.
By bringing community together and showing up for mental health support, they are helping to break down barriers and let people know that they don't have to struggle alone.

We're truly grateful for all of your effort and support 💙 and we hope your legs have recovered from all that walking!

P.S. If you'd like to take on a challenge for Conwy Mind, send us a message .

17/09/2026

🌱 How can a small garden in Colwyn Bay prevent a mental health crisis?
Preventing crisis isn't only about managing symptoms, it’s also about building overall life wellbeing. Coming to an allotment and sharing in a group project at your own pace can give us a reason to get out of bed on the hard days. It provides a safe, non-judgmental community where no one has to struggle in silence.

Swipe through to see how simple green spaces foster belonging, rebuild self-worth, and help protect our mental health.

Help us keep this space growing:
For just £3 a month, you can help us maintain our allotment, welcome new members, and keep this life-saving community open to anyone who needs it.

If you're able to support us, click the link in the comments to set up a small monthly gift. Every single pound makes a real difference. 🌱💚

Our allotment is also kindly supported by the National Lottery Community Fund.

10/09/2026

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day. 💙 When most people think of today, they think of emergency helplines. But true prevention starts long before a crisis hits…

It starts when we notice we're "just about coping" and finally give ourselves permission to take a breath.

We say "I'm fine" around 14 times a week. Most of the time it’s true, but often it’s just a reflex when we’re really just trying to keep our heads above water.

But you don't need to be at breaking point to start looking after yourself. Conwy Mind is here to help you get ahead of things before they get too much.

🌱 Mental Health MOTs (Free quick, friendly check-in to see where you’re at)
📞 1-to-1 Support Calls (A free quiet space to talk and work on CBT based exercises)
📘 Supported Self-Help (Free practical CBT based tools at your own pace)
⭐Youth Support (Specialist trained support for young people 11+)
🤝Social Groups ( Walks, gardening, coffee mornings and more)

Just simple, easy access, local support.

08/09/2026

We’ve been noticing lately how easy it is to default to "I'm fine" when actually, we’re not feeling that great at all.
Most of us say it around 14 times a week, often when we're just about keeping our heads above water.
But coping and “getting through the day” isn't the same as doing okay.

You don't have to wait until you're completely exhausted or hitting a wall to take a moment to catch your breath and get a bit of support.

We're here for you, with low-pressure, easy to access local support across Conwy County. Visit our website to find our more about our services.