Enrol in the school of life.
Learn about yourself and your recovery through a unique range of courses and short sessions, now available online.
If you would like to learn how to improve your own mental health or to support someone who does, Solent Recovery College offer you the opportunity to learn about recovery and feel inspired to take control of your life.
Taught in a classroom setting and now online via Zoom, students can learn practical skills for living with on-going symptoms and learn how to get the best from mental health services in a safe and confidential space. Our courses aren’t therapy; they’re an opportunity to learn new skills in an educational environment.
All of our sessions are designed in partnership between Solent Mind’s Peer Trainers, Adult Mental Health staff from Solent NHS Trust and with support of the University of Portsmouth, allowing those with lived experience of a mental health issue to share their experiences and skills side by side with mental health professionals.
Our courses are suitable for anyone living in the PO1 to PO6 postcode area that are wanting to know how to better manage their wellbeing.
We also welcome those who are supporting someone else, as a loved one, a carer, a social worker or any other kind of healthcare professional.
You can contact us to register for courses, or make enquiries, in the following ways:
E-Mail: src@solentmind.org.uk
Telephone/text: 07971 348 555 (Term Time Hours, reduced during holidays)
Monday: 10am - 3pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10am - 3pm
Thursday: 10am - 3pm
Friday: 10am - 3pm
In Person:
Wednesday Appointment Slots Available
1:30-3:30pm (Term Time Only) –
Email, phone or text to book.
We can accept appointments for other times as well.
Friday Drop-in Sessions
1:30 –3:30pm (Term Time Only)
Alternating between Positive Minds and the University of Portsmouth Library Foyer. Please see this timetable extract for details:
Solent Recovery College is part of the National ImROC Skillset for Recovery Colleges and is delivered in partnership with Solent NHS Trust, Portsmouth City Council and the University of Portsmouth.
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A session exploring the thoughts and feelings of lockdown, the theory behind the recommended guidance and skills for moving forwards.
A series of seven mini lectures that cover the essential building blocks for mental health recovery.
A session that dispels common misconceptions and discusses the realities of living with depression, treatment options and local support.
A three-part programme which provides insights into anxiety and helps you develop coping strategies for living well.
If you would you like to use your own lived experience of a mental health problem to help others, this course gives you practical advice and guidance for getting started.
A practical four-part programme offered digitally or face-to–face, teaching simple mindful practices and skills to apply to your daily routine.
A session that examines important links, helps you recognise problems and provides information on local support.
Richard uses Solent Mind's Portsmouth Wellbeing services and recovery-focused Solent Recovery College to help him with his mental health. Here he shares his story so far and a message of hope for anyone living with similar thoughts and feelings...
Read more about Richard's Story
I had been on different medications, tried different talking therapies but I still wasn’t getting anywhere. I was still ashamed and afraid to attend a group with strangers, however, I knew I needed to take control of my life, and that things needed to change. Solent Recovery College was my last hope to try and get better.
Read more about David's StoryPortsmouth Peer Support and Wellbeing Team based in the Portsmouth Wellbeing Centre, PositiveMinds. It is a unique service offering 1:1 support for adults in Portsmouth who are finding life difficult. We also offer bespoke services for people who require additional support in the community.
Our library of toolkits and guides provide you with a wealth of information, available for you to share at home, at work and in the classroom in a variety of formats and languages.
Nobody should face a mental health problem alone. Help us be there for anyone who needs us.
