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Let's Chat DerbyshireLet's Chat Allergies, Children and Mental Health with Olivia - Part 2.In part two of this conversation, we sit down with Olivia to talk about her children and the allergies that shape their everyday lives. We explore the emotional and mental health impacts of navigating allergies as a parent, the unique challenges it brings, and the ways we can better support families facing similar situations. This heartfelt discussion offers both insight and practical takeaways for anyone touched by allergies.Benedict Blythe Foundation: https://www.benedictblythe.com/Natasha Allergy Research Foundation: https://www.narf.org.uk/
2025-09-2320 minLet's Chat DerbyshireLet's Chat Allergies, Children and Mental Health with Olivia. Part 1.In the first of this two-part conversation, we sit down with Olivia to talk about her children and the allergies that shape their everyday lives. We explore the emotional and mental health impacts of navigating allergies as a parent, the unique challenges it brings, and the ways we can better support families facing similar situations. This heartfelt discussion offers both insight and practical takeaways for anyone touched by allergies.Benedict Blythe Foundation: https://www.benedictblythe.com/Natasha Allergy Research Foundation: https://www.narf.org.uk/
2025-08-2628 minLet's Chat DerbyshireS2. Ep.7. Let's Chat Bereaved by Suicide and Baton of Hope Pt.2In part 2. We speak to Claire about the loss of her dad by suicide when she was just 20 while at university and how she has now turned this tragic loss into a positive for her in leading the Baton of Hope Derby & Derbyshire Tour 2025. Support - https://bit.ly/DerbyshireSBSBaton of Hope Derby & Derbyshire - batonofhopederbyshire.co.uk
2025-07-2916 minLet's Chat DerbyshireLet's Chat bereaved by suicide and The Baton of Hope Pt.1We speak to Claire about the loss of her dad by suicide when she was just 20 while at university and how she has now turned this tragic loss into a positive for her in leading the Baton of Hope Derby & Derbyshire Tour 2025. Support - https://bit.ly/DerbyshireSBSBaton of Hope Derby & Derbyshire - batonofhopederbyshire.co.uk
2025-06-2416 min
Let's Chat DerbyshirePart 2. - Let's Chat Derbyshire with TikTok Superstar Kloe WoodroffeIn this episode, we speak with the Meal Deal Review, Kitchen Dancing, Narrow Boat Living, and TikTok star Kloe Woodroffe. In the first of 2 parts, Kloe shares her experience of Dance and performing, struggles with Eating disorders and Self-Harm, and so much more! @Kloe_Woodroffe https://www.instagram.com/kloe_woodroffe?igsh=MWtpcTVudnpwbjNmbA==https://www.tiktok.com/@kloe.woodroffe?_t=ZN-8vaQvhW8uEU&_r=1Support dccmhsp.com/SupportEating Disorders - https://derbyandderbyshireemotionalhealthandwellbeing.uk/resources/eating-disorder-first-steps-ed-2
2025-05-2018 min
Let's Chat DerbyshireLet's Chat with TikTok Superstar Kloe Woodrooffe Part 1In this episode, we speak with the Meal Deal Review, Kitchen Dancing, Narrow Boat Living, and TikTok star Kloe Woodroffe. In the first of 2 parts, Kloe shares her experience of Dance and performing, struggles with Eating disorders and Self-Harm, and so much more! @Kloe_Woodroffe https://www.instagram.com/kloe_woodroffe?igsh=MWtpcTVudnpwbjNmbA==https://www.tiktok.com/@kloe.woodroffe?_t=ZN-8vaQvhW8uEU&_r=1Support dccmhsp.com/SupportEating Disorders - https://derbyandderbyshireemotionalhealthandwellbeing.uk/resources/eating-disorder-first-steps-ed-2
2025-04-2920 min
Let's Chat DerbyshirePart 2 - Let's Chat My Story of Coming out. S2. Ep3In this episode, part 2, we spoke to Ben about his experience of coming out when at school and progression onto uni and his mental health. Great conversations sharing lived experiences to support others. For a range of support information visit - https://dccmhsp.com/SupportFor information on the Baton of Hope Derby/Derbyshire, visit - Batonofhopederbyshire.co.uk
2025-04-0126 min
Let's Chat DerbyshirePart 1 - Let's Chat My Story of Coming out S2. Ep2In this part 1 of 2 episodes, we spoke to Ben about his experience of coming out when at school and progression onto uni and his mental health. Great conversations sharing lived experiences to support others. If you are part of the LGBQ+ Community, @LGBTQ+ Derbyshire can support you - https://www.derbyshirelgbt.org.ukFor information on the Baton of Hope Derby/Derbyshire, visit - Batonofhopederbyshire.co.uk
2025-02-1829 min
Let's Chat DerbyshirePart 2 - Let's Chat My Story of Coming out S2. Ep3In this episode, part 2, we spoke to Ben about his experience of coming out when at school and progression onto uni and his mental health. Great conversations sharing lived experiences to support others. For a range of support information visit - https://dccmhsp.com/SupportFor information on the Baton of Hope Derby/Derbyshire, visit - Batonofhopederbyshire.co.uk
2025-02-1826 min
Let's Chat DerbyshireS2. Ep.1. Let’s. Chat Baton of Hope Derbyshire/DerbyWe spoke with Claire who is leading on the Baton of Hope Derbyshire/Derby leg. We are super excited to be supporting her and the Baton with what is to come including the legacy which is planned.
For information on applying to carry the baton, the leg and everything else follow us on Facebook @BoHDerbyshire.
Support information - https://dccmhsp.com/Supportguides
BOH posters - https://dccmhsp.com/BoHPosters
2024-12-1714 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 27. Let's Chat Mental Health and ADHD with IvyIn this episode, we spoke to Ivy about her pathway to being diagnosed in her 20s and her life without being diagnosed at school and in education.
Diagnosis info https://adhduk.co.uk/right-to-choose/
RSD - https://www.additudemag.com/rejection-sensitive-dysphoria-and-adhd/
Self-Help Guides - dccmhsp.com/Selfhelp
2024-12-0322 minLet's Chat DerbyshireLet's Chat Ep. 29. Mental health with Long Eaton Rugby ClubIn this episode, we chat with @longeatonrugbylerfc1615 about mental health, wellbeing and how rugby and keeping active helps them.
https://longeatonrfc.rfu.club
2024-11-1927 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp.26. Let's Chat ADHD and Autism. My diagnosis as a adult with DebIn this episode, we speak with Deb about her adult diagnosis of ADHD which later followed with Autism.
We covered how this was, and the feelings of going through this. Her mental health and how it impacts being a mum to two girls.
An interesting and heart- warming chat with an inspirational woman.
2024-11-0534 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEpisode 25. Let's Chat Supporting Amelia with Postpartum Psychosis as a partnerIn this episode, we speak with Matt following on from Episode 21. where we spoke with his partner Amelia about Postpartum Psychosis. We spoke to Matt about his experience, what I was like for him and about being a new dad. To support this episode we’ve also got a Perinatal and Maternity support guide which has a range of support in it.
It can be found here: https://bit.ly/PeriSupportBooklet
Information on the Beeches can be found - https://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/services/mental-health-and-emotional-wellbeing/perinatal-mother-and-baby-services/beeches-inpatient-unit
2024-10-1532 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp.24. Let's Chat Suicide Bereavement with ClaireTrigger Warning of Suicide
In this episode, we speak with Claire about the loss of her partner through suicide. We discuss how this was for her but how she turned such a tragic event into some shadow of positives in her life.
Suicide bereavement support - https://bit.ly/DerbyshireSBS
SOBS - https://derbyandderbyshireemotionalhealthandwellbeing.uk/resources/survivors-of-bereavement-by-suicide-sobs-2
Mentell - https://derbyandderbyshireemotionalhealthandwellbeing.uk/resources/mentell
Support - https://bit.ly/mhsupportservices
Suicide Awareness and Bereavement Training - https://bit.ly/DCCSBTraining
2024-10-0124 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp.23. Part 2. Let's Chat Suicidal Thoughts, Self-Harm & more with Ryan*TRIGGER WARNING*In this episode, we chat with Ryan about his experience of suicidal thoughts at a young age, as well as self-harm behaviours and other bits relating to this. It's ok to not be ok. The more we talk and share our experiences the more others will feel confident in reaching out for help and not being alone.
For mental health and suicide prevention support visit https://bit.ly/mhsupportservices
2024-09-1720 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp.22. Part 1. Let’s Chat my story of suicidal thoughts, self-harm and more with Ryan.*TRIGGER WARNING*
In this episode, we chat with Ryan about his experience of suicidal thoughts at a young age, as well as self-harm behaviours and other bits relating to this. It's ok to not be ok. The more we talk and share our experiences the more others will feel confident in reaching out for help and not being alone.
Stay tuned for part 2, which will be live on 17th September.
For mental health and suicide prevention support visit https://bit.ly/mhsupportservices
2024-09-0320 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp.21. Postpartum Psychosis with AmeliaIn this episode, we speak with Amelia, who suffers from Postpartum Psychosis. She talks about how this happened, the feelings and what it was like for her and her family and the speed of it over a 3-week period. She openly shares how this was and what support was unavailable.
Information on The Beeches - https://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/services/mental-health-and-emotional-wellbeing/perinatal-mother-and-baby-services/beeches-inpatient-unitInformation on
Postpartum Psychosis - https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression-and-perinatal-mental-health/postpartum-psychosis/
Maternity and Paternity support booklet can be found in our...
2024-08-2030 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 20. Let's Chat Mental Health and ADHD Part 2.In this episode, we speak with Lyndey about her diagnosis of ADHD in adulthood, her experience as a young person and the mental health effects.
Right to choose info: https://adhduk.co.uk/right-to-choose/
https://www.additudemag.com/category/adhd-add/adhd-in-adults/add-women/
2024-08-0621 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp19 Let's Chat ADHD and Women. Part 1.In this episode, we speak with Lyndey about her diagnosis of ADHD in adulthood, her experience as a young person and the mental health effects. Right to choose info: https://adhduk.co.uk/right-to-choose/https://www.additudemag.com/category/adhd-add/adhd-in-adults/add-women/
2024-07-1622 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp.18. Let's Chat Culture and Mental HealthIn this episode, we speak to Woo about his experience of moving over for studies from Poland and about the effect on his mental health and isolation. We also spoke about the culture in Poland around LGBTQ.
2024-07-0230 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp.17. Volunteering and how it saved my lifeIn this episode, we talk to Dave about his volunteering experience, how it helped his mental health, and how it saved his life.
For information and to get involved visit the Volunteer Centre: https://chesterfieldvc.online
2024-06-1824 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 16. Let's Chat LGBTQ+, Lived Experience and AllyshipIn this episode we speak to Rob about his lived experience of coming out as Gay, how people can support as a Ally and some hardships he's experienced.
For support in Derbyshire check out Derbyshire LGBTQ+ for a range of services and 1-1 support. https://www.derbyshirelgbt.org.uk/
2024-06-0430 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 15. Let's Chat Young People's Mental Health with KoothIn this episode, we chat with Kooth about how their website can support young people and help improve their mental health, covering the different ways and types of support.
Their support ranges from 1-1 session to building a toolkit.
For information and to signup visit: https://bit.ly/DCCKooth
For more support services for young people: https://bit.ly/mhsupportservices
2024-05-2116 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 14. Let's Chat My Story of Rock Bottom to Success with MattIn this episode we spoke with Matt from LETS Glossop.
Matt openly spoke about his diagnosis of ADHD, his struggles with self-harm from an early age, and how he managed his addiction, among other traumatic parts of his life. We also spoke about his success and how, from rock bottom, he turned things around, but to find out more, you'll have to listen.
LETS - Free support group for men every Friday at The Bureau, Glossop, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
MH Fitness - 1-1 personal training, group boxing, wellbeing retreats, boot camps and more.
More information @MH Fitness Glossop on...
2024-05-0727 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 13. Leadership and mental health with our Director of Public HealthIn this episode, we speak to our Director of Public Health, Ellie. We talk about the pressure of leadership, its effect on her mental health and how she manages to practice self-care.
We also had a chat about how we aren't perfect, the effects of smoking and alcohol and why mental health is such a priority in Derbyshire.
Please like, subscribe and comment. If you'd like to read the Director of Public Health Report, where Mental Health was the topic covered visit - https://observatory.derbyshire.gov.uk/director-of-public-health-annual-report-2023/
2024-04-1525 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 12. Let's Chat ARFID and Eating DisordersIn this episode, we speak with Holly from First Steps Eating Disorders about ARFID as an eating disorder and also about how First Steps can support you through this.
ARFID - https://firststepsed.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/ARFID-LEAFET-2022.pdf
First Steps Info - https://firststepsed.co.uk/services-and-support/
Parent Guide - https://firststepsed.co.uk/a-parents-guide-to-arfid/
First Steps Social Media - FirstStepsED
Follow us on Socils @DCCMHSP across all platforms.
2024-04-0218 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 11. Let's Chat Miscarriage & My Mental HealthIn this episode, we talk with Poppy about her experience of Miscarriage, the effect on her mental health and its links to ADHD. For information on support available if you've had a miscarriage,- https://www.sands.org.ukhttps://www.tommys.org/baby-loss-support/miscarriage-information-and-support/miscarriage-support
For more information visit us on social media @DCCMHSP and please review, rate, share and subscribe to the podcast.
2024-03-1926 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 10. Let's Chat Autism and Lived ExperienceIn this episode, we speak with Meg from Derbyshire Autism Services about her lived experience and knowledge of Autism.
If you would infomation or to access information please visit. https://www.derbyshireautismservices.org/
2024-03-1136 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 9. Let's Chat Male body Image and Eating DisordersIn this episode, we speak with Danny from First Steps Eating Disorders about Male Body image and an array of themes around this.
Wellbeing links
Male Body Image Links -
https://firststepsed.co.uk/muscle-dysmorphia-in-men/
https://firststepsed.co.uk/webinar-gym-culture/
https://firststepsed.co.uk/resources/body-image-and-perception/
First Steps Website - https://firststepsed.co.uk
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FirstStepsED
Twitter - https://twitter.com/FirstStepsED
Insta - https://www.instagram.com/firststepsed/?hl=en
Don't forget to like, subscribe, share and follow us on socials @DCCMHSP.
Facebook - https://www.facebook...
2024-02-2018 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 8. Let's Chat Young People's Mental Health and The Georgia Bird FoundationIn this Let's Chat Derbyshire Podcast episode, we speak with the amazing Ellie from The Georgia Bird Foundation (GBF). We talk about her lived experience of losing her best friend Georiga, who ended her own life and how she's used this experience of starting GBF.
We also talk about how young people can support their own mental health and how we can support young people and a little something extra at the end.
Wellbeing links
Mental Health Support - www.bit.ly.mhsupportservices
Mental Health Map - https://bit.ly/RethinkMHMap
GBF Infomation
Baton of Hope Anthem - https...
2024-02-0628 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 7. Let's Chat ADHD and Personal ExperienceIn this episode, I chat with Lizzie about ADHD and my personal experiences. Sharing information on the highs and the lows and some useful tips on supporting each other.
The website I mentioned where I found useful information was: https://www.additudemag.com/ but do check some of the sources of information to make sure it's factual and evidence-based.
Don't forget to like and subscribe as well as follow us on social media @DCCMHSP
For information on support services available visit: www.bit.ly/mhsupportservices.
2024-01-1628 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 6. Let's Chat Social Media and Mental HealthIn this episode, we speak with Molly Scott, or some of you may know her as Molly In Derbyshire. We speak about social media and the effects it can have on our mental health but also the positives it can have to people and communities. It’s been great to speak with Molly, hear her experiences on social media, and hear the great advice she gave.
Drop us a DM if you've any other questions or suggestions on what you'd like our future episode to look like. We've some exciting content for 2024, which we can't wait to sha...
2024-01-0227 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 5. Let's Chat Talking Therapies Q&A and Self-Care over ChristmasIn this episode we speak with Jo, Clinical Consultant Psychologist about talking therapies, answering questions you've asked us as well as some top tips to take us over the Christmas period. Drop us a DM if you've any other questions or suggestions on what you'd like our future episode to look like. We've some exciting content for 2024, which we can't wait to share. Links to some local approved providers of NHS Talking Therapies:
Talking Mental Health Derbyshire https://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/services/talking-mental-health-derbyshire/contact-us-refer-yourself
Everyturn Mental Health - https://www.everyturn.org/talking-therapies/locations/derby-and-derbyshire/
Vita...
2023-12-1924 min
Let's Chat DerbyshireEp. 4. Blue Spaces and Under the Bridge Choir - Scott & Blue tonicIn this episode of the Let's Chat Derbyshire Podcast, we speak with Scott about the benefits of blue spaces to our mental health. How getting out on and in the water can help us.
We also discuss a group he set up for men called Under the Bridge Choir.
Facebook, Twitter, Threads, Instagram, Podcast Platforms and Youtube - @DCCMHSP
Support information search Derbyshire Emotional Health and Wellbeing.
Bluetonic -
https://www.bluetonic.org.uk/
Blue tonic Facebook - @BlueTonicBlueMind
Blue spaces in Derbyshire -
https://visitpeakdistrict.com/business-directory/category...
2023-12-0515 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 3. How Yoga helped my mental health - ChloeIn this episode, we speak with Chloe about her struggles with mental health, from Anxiety to having a miscarriage and from this, how she found Yoga and is now wants to help others do the same.
Social Media - @DCCMHSP
Support information search Derbyshire Emotional Health and Wellbeing
Calm Yoga: https://calm.online/
Email: Yogawithchloee@gmail.com
Instagram: @yogichloee
Tommys: Miscarriage info: https://www.tommys.org/baby-loss-support/miscarriage-information-and-support/support-after-miscarriage
2023-11-2117 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp. 2 Mentell and losing my son to suicideIn episode 2, we get to speak to Jo from Mentell. She lost her son to suicide, and she speaks about how she now uses her job at Mentell to help men across the county.
We talk about the facilitator-led circles for Men to join every Monday, as well as how you can get involved and volunteer with community engagement.
Information on circles: https://www.mentell.org.uk/learn/online
Information on refferals: https://www.mentell.org.uk/support/referrals
Volunteer: https://www.mentell.org.uk
2023-11-0720 minLet's Chat DerbyshireEp.1 Let's Chat Anxiety, Suicide Prevention Day and World Mental Health DayOur first pilot episode covers what's been done in Derbyshire for World Suicide Prevention Day, How you can support World Mental Health Day and how to support yourself and others with Anxiety. This episode was recorded on teams, but in the future, we will do face-to-face recordings for a better podcast.
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Letschat@derbyshire.gov.uk
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