Living Well with Long-term Conditions

The Living Well with Long Term conditions group has been put together to support those who are experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety linked to living with a long-term physical health condition. It runs for 10 weeks and includes 8 group sessions and two individual reviews, each group session covers a different topic and lasts for two hours including a short comfort break in the middle.

The group uses an evidence based approach called ‘Acceptance and Commitment Therapy’ (ACT). Having any form of long term health condition can be challenging, and can naturally lead to physical and emotional suffering. The group does not aim to directly treating your physical illness, but instead will help you learn techniques and new ways of responding to suffering, and ultimately work towards living a richer, fuller, and more enjoyable life even in the presence of your condition.

The course is run by two Cognitive Behavioural Therapists who have additional training and experience in ACT.

The course will be run remotely so access to a device capable of making video calls (a mobile phone, laptop, tablet, desktop computer with camera) and an internet connection will be required. Resources will be available online and you will be asked to complete a weekly set of questionnaires to help you monitor progress, so access to the internet and a work email address will also be required.