MindMate

28/05/2026

In case you couldn’t tell, the MindMate Ambassadors (and our favourite bear) had a fab time raising awareness around youth mental health and what you can do to get help, at the Ruth Gorse Academy! 🧸

Visit the MindMate website for more information and resources if you’re having a tough time, and need someone to talk to.

27/05/2026

Teenagers in Leeds are being encouraged to reflect on what helps them when life feels overwhelming or they are struggling with their mental wellbeing by creating their own Survival Toolkit
A new interactive resource has been produced to support professionals working with young people in Leeds (such as youth workers, teachers or community workers) to run group work sessions to help young people create their own digital or physical toolkit.

What to find out more?
45 minute webinar to find out how to use the new Survival Toolkit resource. Hear from one of our MindMate Ambassadors who developed the idea
Tuesday 14 July - 12:30 PM - 1:15 PM on Teams
Register/more info https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/want-to-know-more-aboutmental-health-survival-toolkit-resource-tickets-1987998321495?aff=oddtdtcreator

23/05/2026

If your thoughts feel loud, overwhelming, or hard to switch off, grounding techniques can help bring you back to the present moment 💛
There’s no “perfect” way to cope, and not every technique works for everyone — but sometimes small actions can make things feel a little more manageable.
Try a few, take what helps, and be gentle with yourself along the way.

Save this post for when you need a reset, and don’t forget to visit https://mindmate.org.uk/top-tips-feeling-good/mindfulness/stop-listen-relax/ for more mindfulness techniques

16/05/2026

28/04/2026

Workshop for parents and carers of children with SEND

Date: Thursday 21st May 2026
Time: 11am till 12pm
Venue: Microsoft Teams

The session will cover:
An overview of the CYPMHS service
Information about the teams in CYPMHS and what they offer (including support for mental health and ADHD medication)
How to access support from CYPMHS

a recording of the session will be made available after.

Book your free place here: https://surveys.leeds.gov.uk/s/HealthWorkshop/

01/02/2026

Need help with your mental health and think there’s nowhere to go? We’re happy to tell you that you’re wrong, as Manny explains…

Check out to find out more about their free drop-in service for young people in Leeds, or head to the link in our bio for more information.

22/01/2026

Leeds MindMate Support Team are currently recruiting - click to find out more 😊

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10/12/2025

Did you know practising gratitude can lift your mood and help you focus on the positives?

Not sure where to start? We’ve put together some simple ideas to help you begin, and there’s even more on our blog.

Just search ‘practising gratitude’ at mindmate.org.uk.

21/11/2025

What does acceptance look like when you’ve always felt different?

For Mysha, a young person in Leeds, it was about letting go of the belief that she needed to be ‘fixed’ and instead learning to understand and embrace herself on her own terms.

Read about her journey through burnout, resilience, and self-discovery at mindmate.org.uk. Just search ‘embracing my neurodiversity’ to explore more.

11/11/2025

We’re supporting Anti-Bullying Week 2025: Power for Good!

This year’s theme is all about using your voice and actions to make a positive difference.

Everyone has the power to stand up, speak out, and spread kindness.

Find more support at mindmate.org.uk