{"id":17704,"date":"2025-02-11T17:29:55","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T17:29:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/irun.wales\/?p=17704"},"modified":"2025-02-11T17:29:58","modified_gmt":"2025-02-11T17:29:58","slug":"silvercloud","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/irun.wales\/cy\/news\/silvercloud\/","title":{"rendered":"Supporting Mental Health in Wales with SilverCloud"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/silvercloud-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"515\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/silvercloud-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17708\" srcset=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/silvercloud-1.jpg 515w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/silvercloud-1-300x275.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 515px) 100vw, 515px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>At Welsh Athletics and Run Wales, we are dedicated to supporting the mental well-being of our running community. Through our partnership with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mind.org.uk\/about-us\/mind-cymru-mind-in-wales\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.mind.org.uk\/about-us\/mind-cymru-mind-in-wales\/\">Mind Cymru<\/a>, we continue to train <a href=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/health-and-wellbeing\/mental-health-champions\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/health-and-wellbeing\/mental-health-champions\/\">Mental Health Champions<\/a> in clubs and groups across Wales, equipping them with the skills to spot, support, and signpost members to valuable resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One such resource that we believe everyone in Wales should be aware of is <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pthb.nhs.wales\/services\/adult-and-older-peoples-mental-health-services\/silvercloud-online-mental-health-support\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pthb.nhs.wales\/services\/adult-and-older-peoples-mental-health-services\/silvercloud-online-mental-health-support\/\" target=\"_blank\">SilverCloud<\/a><\/strong>, a free online mental health support service available through NHS Wales \u2013 no GP referral needed!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2025-02-11T17:29:55+00:00\">February 11, 2025<\/time><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2>What is SilverCloud?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SilverCloud is an online platform providing guided self-help programmes designed to help individuals manage mild-to-moderate mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep difficulties. The programmes are based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which helps you challenge negative thought patterns and develop healthier coping strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>How Does it Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Signing up for SilverCloud is simple, and you can access it anytime, anywhere, from your mobile, tablet, or computer. Here\u2019s what to expect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>Sign up online<\/strong> at <a href=\"https:\/\/nhswales.silvercloudhealth.com\/signup\">nhswales.silvercloudhealth.com\/signup<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Choose your programme<\/strong> from a range of interactive mental health and wellbeing options.<\/li><li><strong>Complete the programme over 12 weeks<\/strong>, working at your own pace, with recommended use of 15-20 minutes, three to four times per week.<\/li><li><strong>Receive fortnightly feedback<\/strong> from an NHS-trained SilverCloud Supporter, who will monitor your progress and provide guidance.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2>Who Can Access SilverCloud?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SilverCloud is available for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Anyone aged 16+ experiencing mild to moderate mental health concerns (e.g., anxiety, depression, or stress).<\/li><li>Those registered with a GP in Wales or residing in Wales.<\/li><li>Individuals who are <strong>not<\/strong> receiving secondary or tertiary mental health services (e.g., under the care of a psychiatrist or psychologist).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2>What Support Will I Receive?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you sign up, you will be allocated a <strong>SilverCloud Supporter<\/strong> \u2013 an NHS professional trained to provide online mental health support. Your Supporter will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Review your progress and send you written feedback every two weeks.<\/li><li>Provide guidance and advice based on your questionnaire responses and comments.<\/li><li>Communicate with you through the online messaging system within the SilverCloud platform (no phone or face-to-face contact required).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2>Available Programmes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SilverCloud offers a variety of <strong>mental health and wellbeing programmes<\/strong>, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Mental Health Programmes:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Space from Anxiety<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Space from Depression &amp; Anxiety<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Space from Depression<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Space from Social Anxiety<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Space from General Anxiety Disorder (GAD)<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Space from OCD, Panic, or Phobia<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/Dealing-with-anxiety-poster-MALE-5.pdf.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"724\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/Dealing-with-anxiety-poster-MALE-5.pdf-724x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17726\" srcset=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/Dealing-with-anxiety-poster-MALE-5.pdf-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/Dealing-with-anxiety-poster-MALE-5.pdf-212x300.jpg 212w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/Dealing-with-anxiety-poster-MALE-5.pdf-768x1087.jpg 768w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/Dealing-with-anxiety-poster-MALE-5.pdf.jpg 848w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 724px) 100vw, 724px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/2-10.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"724\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/2-10-724x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17714\" srcset=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/2-10-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/2-10-212x300.jpg 212w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/2-10-768x1087.jpg 768w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/2-10.jpg 848w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 724px) 100vw, 724px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/3-9.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"724\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/3-9-724x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17716\" srcset=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/3-9-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/3-9-212x300.jpg 212w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/3-9-768x1087.jpg 768w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/3-9.jpg 848w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 724px) 100vw, 724px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3>Wellbeing Programmes:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Space for Stress or Resilience<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Space for Sleep<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Space from Money Worries<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Space from Alcohol or Drug Use<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Space for Positive Body Image<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Space for Perinatal Wellbeing<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Space from COVID-19<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Many programmes are also available in Welsh, and there are additional <strong>modules<\/strong> covering topics such as sleep difficulties, grief &amp; loss, communication &amp; relationships, and employment support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/4-8.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"724\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/4-8-724x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17718\" srcset=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/4-8-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/4-8-212x300.jpg 212w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/4-8-768x1087.jpg 768w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/4-8.jpg 848w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 724px) 100vw, 724px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/5-7.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"724\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/5-7-724x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/5-7-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/5-7-212x300.jpg 212w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/5-7-768x1087.jpg 768w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/5-7.jpg 848w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 724px) 100vw, 724px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/6-4.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"724\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/6-4-724x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17722\" srcset=\"https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/6-4-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/6-4-212x300.jpg 212w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/6-4-768x1087.jpg 768w, https:\/\/irun.wales\/app\/uploads\/6-4.jpg 848w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 724px) 100vw, 724px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2>Take the First Step<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, <strong>SilverCloud is a flexible, effective, and accessible option<\/strong>. Whether you\u2019re balancing training with work and family life or just feeling overwhelmed, this service is designed to fit around your lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Sign up today<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/nhswales.silvercloudhealth.com\/signup\">nhswales.silvercloudhealth.com\/signup<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s continue to support mental well-being in the running community and beyond. Remember, <strong>you are not alone<\/strong>, and help is available!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At Welsh Athletics and Run Wales, we are dedicated to supporting the mental well-being of our running community. 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