Business Details
34 Years
experience
Mental Health Support in Bolton | MhIST
Mhist has been dedicated to improving mental wellbeing in Bolton since 1992. Our organisation provides a safe, confidential environment where individuals can access free support groups, advocacy services, and professional counselling. With over 25 years of experience, we specialise in addressing anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues through evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and mindfulness meditation. Our team of qualified professionals and volunteers empowers service users to develop coping strategies, access benefits, and navigate healthcare systems.Recognised with the Advocacy Quality Performance Mark, we maintain rigorous standards in independent advocacy while fostering community connections through creative workshops and social groups. Our services are designed to accommodate diverse needs, including remote sessions via Zoom and specialised support for autism, young people, and carers.
Services
Counselling
Advocacy Services
Support Groups
Mindfulness Meditation
Anger Management
Creative Therapy
Zoom Counselling
Carers Support
Young People Services
Benefits Advice
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in community mental health support
- Our services are accredited with the Advocacy Quality Performance Mark
- We offer free support groups and low-cost counselling with qualified therapists
- Our team includes specialists in CBT, mindfulness, and autism support
- We provide accessible services including Zoom therapy and community outreach
Associations and certifications
- Advocacy Quality Performance Mark (QPM)
What people say
Safe place and friendly
Great people
Help needed
Not alone
Friendly and diverse group
Services
Counselling
Our professional counselling services use evidence-based approaches like CBT and person-centred therapy to address anxiety, depression, and life challenges. Sessions cost 20 standard or 15 concession, with no waiting lists. Qualified therapists deliver over 2,800 annual sessions across Bolton.
Advocacy
Award-winning advocacy helps clients navigate healthcare systems, complete benefit forms, and attend appointments. Accredited by the Advocacy Quality Performance Mark, our independent service ensures your voice is heard in decision-making processes.
Support Groups
Free weekly groups address specific needs including anxiety, autism, and self-esteem. Activities range from mindfulness meditation to creative workshops, fostering peer support and practical coping strategies in a welcoming community environment.
Mindfulness Meditation
Guided mindfulness sessions promote mental calmness and stress reduction. This evidence-based practice helps participants develop present-moment awareness through structured meditation techniques delivered by experienced facilitators.
Anger Management
Structured six-week programmes address anger issues through group sessions separated by gender. Participants learn emotional regulation techniques and develop healthier coping mechanisms in a supportive therapeutic environment.
People
Caroline Boff
Patron
Caroline Boff is an emerging international contemporary artist who joined MhIST as patron in 2023. Her vibrant, energy-filled compositions support our mental health advocacy work.
Questions
What mental health services does MhIST offer?
We provide counselling, advocacy, mindfulness meditation, anger management, creative therapy, and 12 support groups addressing anxiety, depression, autism, and carers' needs.
How can I access MhIST's services?
Contact us via phone or email to book a free initial assessment. Most services require prior registration but are free to access.
Are MhIST's counselling services confidential?
Yes, all therapy sessions maintain strict confidentiality within a secure, professional framework.
Does MhIST offer remote support options?
We provide Zoom-based counselling and virtual group sessions alongside in-person services at our Bolton centre.
How is MhIST funded?
We receive funding from donations, National Lottery grants, and charitable partnerships while maintaining registered charity status.
