Feeling stressed, Anxious or worried? Low, sad or down?

1. Feeling stressed, Anxious or worried? Low, sad or down?

2. We all feel low or worry from time to • time, and usually these feelings fade • away on their own. When they don’t just go away or start to interfere with your day to day life, First Step can help you get back on track. 0300 123 9122

3. People can often get stuck • •feeling sad, low or depressed • • worrying about things • • having flashbacks or nightmares about a traumatic incident • • having to perform tasks repeatedly, or in a certain way in order to feel better • • avoiding places or situations that cause them to feel anxious • All of these problems can prevent you • from enjoying life to the full. 0300 123 9122

4. First Step is a free NHS service that provides talking therapies for all • common mental health problems (such as anxiety or depression) for adults across Cumbria. We see people in a range of venues including GP surgeries and other local venues 0300 123 9122

5. First Step can support you to make changes that will increase your confidence and ability to cope. • We offer a range of options including: • • Stress Control courses delivered by NHS experts over 6 weeks • • support using self-help workbooks • • computerised therapy • • talking therapies 0300 123 9122

6. If you would like to see us ask your GP to make a referral for you or you can self-refer by telephoning on • 0300 123 9122 (local rate). • Our service is open to adults living in Cumbria, seeking help with problems such as anxiety and depression. • Visit us at • www.firststep.cumbriapartnership.nhs.uk 0300 123 9122