Lifestyle Advice Service.

Tailored coaching and dedicated support.

 

Helping you to live better.

How do patients access the service?

Each practice has links with a Wellbeing Team, You can be referred to them by your GP, or self-refer by asking for a form at your practice reception.

Small changes in life can make a big difference - and our Lifestyle Advice and Wellbeing Coaches are here to support you.

Lifestyle Advice

This service is suitable for patients who would like to make healthy lifestyle changes and need support and guidance on how to achieve them, such as:

  • Healthy eating 

  • Increasing physical activity 

  • Losing weight 

  • Stopping Smoking 

  • Reducing alcohol consumption 

  • Improving wellbeing

Patients are offered up to 8 one to one or group based sessions using behavioural change and motivational interviewing techniques to make lasting, positive changes to their lifestyle. We help to set health goals and create practical plans with the patient to help them achieve these changes. 

Wellbeing Coaching

This service is appropriate for patients presenting with mild to moderate mental health difficulties, such as: 

  • Stress and anxiety 

  • Self-esteem issues 

  • Grief 

  • Sleep problems 

  • Low mood 

  • Panic attacks 

  • Anger management 

Patients are offered up to 6 one to one sessions where they have the opportunity to explore a range of evidence based strategies and tools to be able to manage their own mental health issues. This service is not suitable for patients with a history of chronic or more complex mental health issues or patients experiencing crisis.