Mental health

Mind Body Wellness (NHS)

An award-winning programme delivering clinically informed breathwork and mental wellbeing tools to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. Initially developed for the general community, it now supports NHS medical professionals across the UK.

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The work, the need and the impact

The Problem

Many individuals including NHS staff face high levels of stress, anxiety, and emotional exhaustion, leading to declining mental health and reduced resilience. This programme addresses the urgent need for effective, evidence-based tools to support psychological wellbeing in both community and healthcare settings.

Our Approach

Participants are invited to attend weekly, clinically-informed sessions led by medical professionals, introducing breath, body, and mind techniques grounded in holistic wellbeing science. After initial sessions, participants may join a more intensive SKY breathing-based weekend programme and continue with ongoing support through weekly sessions. Currently, the independent CIC 'Manage Your Mind' partners with employers to deliver tailored interventions for NHS staff.

Our Impact

1,317 people participated in one or more sessions; 193 completed the full programme.

Among 193 NHS staff (2021 to 2023):

~90% felt less stressed
~87% experienced calmer minds
~79% reported improved wellbeing
~85% found techniques easy to perform
~97% were satisfied
~97% would recommend the programme
For one-session participants: ~30% reduction in anxiety and depression
For one-session participants: ~23% recovery rate (IAPT criteria)
For one-session participants: ~34% reliable improvement
For full-programme completers: ~80% reduction in anxiety
For full-programme completers: ~78% reduction in depression
For full-programme completers: ~56% recovery rate
For full-programme completers: ~74% reliable improvement
Independent evaluation by University of Kent confirmed statistically significant wellbeing improvements.

Awards & Recognition

Winners of the NHS Wales Sustainability Award

MBE for Services to Mental Health (2018)
Finalist in the Mental Health & Wellbeing Wales Awards (2025) in the category of Inspirational Charitable Organisation
Joint Winner of the NHS Wales Sustainability Award (2025) in the Well-being of Future Generations category
National British Citizens Award: Healthcare (2017)
Winner, University of Kent Sponsors Award (2017)
Finalist, Pride in Medway: Community Services (2017)
Shortlisted, Barry Clout Award (2016)
Nomination, Pride in Medway: Community Service (2014)

How You Can Contribute

Your donations big or small will help us continue to offer free or subsidised mental health workshops like our successful 'Breath to Health' programs.

If you can fundraise for us or help us partner with a corporate, that will be an amazing way to contribute!

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