Turning Point Talking Therapies workshops
If you can’t find a workshop from the Recovery College offer on a topic that you were specifically interested in, please let us know and we might be able to set one up. You might also find it interesting to explore the free workshops available from our partner Turning Point Talking Therapies (please note that workshops from Turning Point are only available to those who are registered with a GP in the Wakefield district and may not be co-produced/co-facilitated by those with lived experiences).
If you like the sound of any of the below workshops, you won’t need to book with the Recovery College and instead will need to book directly with Turning Point online here. If you would prefer to contact the service directly to secure your place on a workshop, please call 01924 234860 or email wakefield.talking@turning-point.co.uk.
The below webinars and workshops are delivered on a rolling basis. To find the most up-to-date schedule of the Turning Point Talking Therapies’ webinars and workshops, visit their website at Turning Point Talking Therapies and follow their social pages for more details.
Wellbeing Workshops
Turning Point Talking Therapies workshops and webinars, delivered by their experienced team, follow evidence-based treatments recommended by the NHS. These informal sessions provide information on common mental health issues and provide valuable techniques to manage them. You can attend without sharing personal experiences. It’s okay to be shy and just listen; there’s no pressure to disclose personal information, but there is an opportunity to ask questions or share if you wish.
For many, these workshops are an excellent starting point for improving mental wellbeing, teaching useful coping strategies to enhance your mood. You can attend multiple sessions, with a few weeks’ break between each to apply what you’ve learned. The workshops also offer details on further support and resources provided by their local talking therapies service.
All workshops are NHS-funded, so simply sign up here to participate.

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View course Living in uncertain times – Turning Point Talking Therapies
Chronic pain can be a debilitating condition that can impact all areas of life such as mood, relationships, ability to engage in and enjoy things and concentration. This workshop introduces...
View course Living with chronic pain – Turning Point Talking Therapies
Combat loneliness and find connection in our upcoming workshop on loneliness and isolation. Join us as we look into the impact of feeling alone and explore practical strategies to overcome...
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Master the skills of managing anger and irritability as we look into what anger actually is and where it comes from and explore effective strategies to regain control. Led by...
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Find freedom from anxiety and worry in our empowering workshop on managing anxiety and excessive worry. Join us as we explore effective strategies and practical tools to navigate through the...
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View course Menstrual health and mood – Turning Point Talking Therapies
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View course Mindful pregnancy (2 sessions) – Turning Point Talking Therapies
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Neurodivergence and Wellbeing: Exploring the effect of common mental health issues on neurodivergent minds and discussing coping strategies. Neurodivergence includes potential or diagnosed Autism, ADHD, ADD, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia, or and...
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View course Overcoming panic attacks – Turning Point Talking Therapies
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View course Positive body image – Turning Point Talking Therapies
In the Social Media Pressures Workshop we will be exploring the impact that social media usage can have on our mental health and identify some common mental health problems that...
View course Social media pressures – Turning Point Talking Therapies
Supporting a friend or family member who is experiencing mental health problems can be a difficult and worrying time. Knowing what to say and do for the best can be...
View course Support for loved ones – Turning Point Talking Therapies
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View course Supporting single parents – Turning Point Talking Therapies