Be seen,
be heard,
be understood
There’s something freeing about speaking to people who have been in your shoes.
Our service provides support from someone who has experienced their own mental wellbeing challenges and can understand what you are going through.
We accept you as you are
Our peer support workers use and share their personal experiences to help you on your wellbeing journey.
Through a blend of one-to-one peer support and/or group activities you can build a meaningful support network within your local community.
Our peer support workers have completed a Professional Development Award in Mental Health Peer Support with the Scottish Qualifications Authority.
Peer support at Mindspace is completely FREE and open to anyone over 16 years of age
What our peers say…
“Peer Support has made me feel more connected just being able to talk to someone with experience about my concerns without being judged has been a huge help and given me a better understanding of myself.”
"If not for peer support, I do not know where I would be. Having someone who listens without judgement, every week was crucial in my recovery. I will forever be grateful for the breathing space the service gave me."
Ready to discover how you can benefit from Peer Support?
If you’d like to register yourself or someone you care about for our Peer Support service, click on the button and we’ll get the ball rolling.
What does Mindspace Peer Support offer?
We can provide support to:
- Manage emotional and psychological challenges
- Explore connections within the community
- Improve health and wellbeing
- Access practical advice and support for:
- education, training, volunteering and work
- finances
- childcare
PROUDLY FUNDED BY:
Professional Development Award in Mental Health Peer Support
DAYS LEFT TO APPLY
What is it?
The Professional Development Award in Mental Health Peer Support has been developed to facilitate learning for individuals who wish to act in the role of peer support workers either in a voluntary or paid capacity. As such, it is intended to become the primary qualification for people working in this role.
The award may be undertaken by anyone wishing to develop their skills in this area. The conditions of entry are that candidates should have personal experience of mental health challenges and be able to provide evidence of good written and oral communication skills. This will be tested during an interview situation and checked through production of relevant qualifications. Candidates wishing to undertake this award should also be able to demonstrate awareness of and active involvement in mental health support.
Successful completion of this award may lead to wider opportunities for employment as a peer support worker. It may also lead to you being able to gain access to a range of other related mental health and social service qualifications. In personal terms, successful completion of a course such as this can lead to increased self-confidence and personal and professional competence.
The award is made of two Units each of which requires about forty hours of study. This will be weekly 3-hour group learning sessions at Mindspace, however we will also have the facility for virtual sessions. Each unit lasts 10-12 weeks. You will also need to carry out some individual research and study. You should also be prepared to make a commitment to studying in your own time as well as the time you spend ‘in class’ or online. Writing of the assignments also takes some time and this varies from one student to another.
Applications are now open!
Start Date: Monday 1st February 2027, 9:30am – 12:30pm
Enquiries can be made to Kelly Gilmour – email kelly@mindspacepk.com or call 01738 639657.
Cuppa and Connection
On the first Friday of each month, we host ‘Cuppa and Connection’. This is a relaxed, drop-in group focused on supporting well-being and personal growth. This group provides a welcoming space for anyone who would like to share positive experiences or connect with like-minded people in a comfortable and supportive environment. Anyone can attend – no booking required!
