This year’s campaign encourages individuals struggling with stress, low mood, or anxiety related to COPD to seek support through NHS Talking Therapies services.
People living with a long-term physical health condition such as COPD may face challenges across many areas of their life. Whether someone has recently received a diagnosis or has been managing COPD for years, it is normal to feel overwhelmed at times. Living with symptoms such as breathlessness, fatigue, and changes to daily routines can have a significant impact on emotional wellbeing.
We understand the unique emotional challenges that can accompany life with COPD. That’s why we offer access to specially trained therapists who are experienced in supporting individuals with the complex relationship between physical and mental health.
Receiving the right emotional support can be an important part of living well with COPD. Hertfordshire and Mid Essex Talking Therapies can help you make sense of how you are feeling, manage stress and anxiety, build confidence, and develop practical strategies to cope with the challenges of your condition, so you can focus on living the life that matters to you.
Tania Marques, Long Term Conditions Deputy Clinical Lead for the service, said: “We invite everyone to join us in this important initiative. By fostering open conversations about emotional wellbeing and LTCs, we can create a supportive community where individuals feel empowered to seek the help they need”.
Take your first step towards better mental health today by making a self-referral.
Help support our campaign
If you would like a copy of our campaign digital toolkit and accompanying graphics to share with your audience, please email: hpft.talkingtherapiescomms@nhs.net