Breathe Free

Stabilisation Group

An 8 week closed group (term time only) that focuses on supporting women to develop a toolkit to feel safe. Sessions include: 

• Grounding techniques, including breathing & mindfulness 

• The importance of sleep & nutrition 

• Coping with difficult feelings & emotions 

• Identifying support networks & building relationships with professionals

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This group will support women to reduce symptoms of trauma, feel more stable, manage difficult situations and engage with services and professionals. Women can choose to continue with WHM by attending the Healthy Relationship Understanding Domestic Abuse 14-week course.  

Domestic Abuse Awareness Group

A 14 week rolling course (term time only), that will include sessions focusing on: 

• Coping with strong emotions, self-compassion & core beliefs  

• Defining Abuse 

• Why women stay in abusive relationships & what makes it hard to leave 

• Impact of domestic abuse on women and children 

• Boundaries & assertiveness 

• Early warning signs 

• Identifying support networks and building relationships with professionals 

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The course will also have sessions that are focused on self-care, creativity and linking into social activities. We offer signposting, advice and referrals for additional support when needed. 

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Bus fares and creche facilities provided if necessary, to increase accessibility to the groups. 

Volunteering Opportunities

Volunteering opportunities and co-production is key in the Breathe Free project with a range of exciting opportunities for women who have completed the courses. They will help shape the project, develop resources, co-deliver aspects of the project.

If you need any more information about the project, please contact Taylor Harrison (Project Lead): 

Email: taylor@womenshealthmatters.org.uk  

Mobile: 07713 599511.   

You can refer a woman directly without the need to talk to Taylor first.