I would encourage anyone to volunteer with Solent Mind if they’re interested in helping others with their mental health and would like to develop their own clinical skills!
Hello! I’m Freya, one of the Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWP). I have been qualified since September 2020, following 1 year of training with italk.
I started as a volunteer with italk, doing data entry and co-facilitating the Managing Moods course in the summer of 2018, whilst completing my University degree. My volunteering was extremely helpful to know whether I’d be interested in becoming a PWP and was a very rewarding experience to have face to face contact with patients.
Not only did this experience help me write my application, but it also meant I was able to speak with confidence in the interview about how much I was enjoying teaching others how to manage their mental health and my aspirations to continue to do this as a PWP.
I would encourage anyone to volunteer with Solent Mind if they’re interested in helping others with their mental health and would like to develop their own clinical skills!
Back to all news Become a memberJoin Team Solent Mind on 18 October 2026 for this fast and flat 10-mile course through the historic streets and stunning seafront of Portsmouth. Whether you're a seasoned runner or new to the sport, this race promises a memorable and exhilarating experience.
To mark Time to Talk Day on Thursday 5 February, Solent Mind is highlighting the importance of talking and connecting with others to support positive wellbeing.
Enter Solent Mind's raffle today, and you could win a 4‑night penthouse stay with a sea view in Marbella, Spain, with travel for four people. Your ticket helps provide life-changing mental health and wellbeing support for people in Hampshire.
From 1 February 2026 Solent Mind’s Portsmouth Peer Support Service, currently run from the Wellbeing Centre in Arundel Street, is changing.
Gina Lloyd-Newell, from Totton, took on the ABP Southampton 10k in April 2025 to raise money for Solent Mind, and has now signed up to the half marathon course at this year’s event.
As we head into a new year, we want to ensure we can continue to be there for people in Hampshire who need our help, and we cannot do that without the incredible support of our many fundraisers.
StudioTwenty3 brought together more than 80 members, friends and coaches to collectively lift over 1 million kilograms in weight, raising more than £2,500 for Solent Mind.
More than £10,000 was raised in support of mental health at Solent Mind’s ‘Mental Elf’ fun run.
Here are the opening times for all our mental health and wellbeing services for Christmas 2025.
Earlier this month, Solent Mind’s supporters and stakeholders joined us for our Annual Celebration Event.
Support and advice for those living with dementia, their carers or family members in Portsmouth.
Horticultural therapies to help people with mental health issues or dementia bloom in Southampton.
Nobody should face a mental health problem alone. Help us be there for anyone who needs us.
