Today (Thursday 2nd February) is Time to Talk Day, a day when everyone is encouraged to talk about mental health.

Talking about mental health isn’t always easy, but a conversation has the power to change lives.

The more conversations we have, the more myths we can bust and barriers we can break down, helping to end the stigma that many people can feel about mental health problems and creating an open and supportive community.

It can be as simple as a quick “how are you?” via text or in-person, perhaps to someone you haven’t been in touch with recently - the smallest conversation has the power to make a big difference.

Unsure of how to start the conversation? Here are some great tips from organisers Mind and Rethink Mental Illness.

Make space in your day for a conversation about mental health this Time to Talk Day.

Hull College Counselling Service
Free and confidential counselling services are available to all Hull College students who need to talk about mental health, stress or any other issues affecting their emotional wellbeing.

We offer counselling and well-being support to all of our students whatever your background or situation, whether you are on a full-time, part-time or apprenticeship programme.

Our Counselling Service currently supports students by offering online and phone counselling, as well as face-to-face support.

If you are a student at Hull College and would like to contact our Counselling Service, please email listen@hull-college.ac.uk, call 01482 598736 or text 07860023367.

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