YOUR MENTAL HEALTH IS IMPORTANT -
AND IT IS IMPORTANT TO US!
At the Actors Centre we make it our priority to ensure that the industry grows its provision to support actors and other industry professionals with adequate mental health and wellbeing provisions.
At the moment we have two different offerings avaialble for Mental Health Support. Please note that with all our mental health offerings the following applies:
- Anyone from the theatre, tv or film industry can attend (not restricted to members or actors).
- All sessions are free.
- No prior booking is required, you can just turn up on the day.
TALK
FORTNIGHTLY GROUP SESSIONS
TALK, set up in March 2018 by Christian Edwards and Harry Long, is a safe space for anyone working in the entertainment industry, where you can share your experiences with each other in order to support your on going mental health. We have based our sessions on the core belief that sharing experiences and feelings through the simple act of TALKing helps to support people with mental health challenges and personal struggles, which are prevalent in the arts industry.
This provision, which will be offered every other week at the Actors Centre, will compliment the free monthly one-on-one sessions the Actors Centre already provide in partnership with Equity
WHEN?
Every other Tuesday 17.30 – 18.30
WHERE?
At the Actors Centre, 1a Tower Street, London, WC2H 9NP
HOW DO I ATTEND?
No prior booking required, just ask for TALK at reception when you turn up.
SESSION ORGANISER:
Christian Edwards and Harry Long
SESSION LEADER:
Varies week on week
EMAIL:
WELL-BEING DROP IN
MONTHLY ONE-ON-ONE SESSIONS
Are you dealing with bullying and harassment in your workplace, or any mental health issues? These drop-ins will provide a safe and confidential space for you to talk, and consider your next steps.
Open to all performers and creative team. No appointment is necessary, there will be 30 minute slots throughout the session, available on a first-come basis. We do advise you book an appoitnent beforehand to ensure a slot is available - personal details will not be taken.
WHEN?
Every 2nd Tuesday of every month from14.30 – 17.00
WHERE?
At the Actors Centre, 1a Tower Street, London, WC2H 9NP
HOW DO I ATTEND?
No prior booking required, just ask for Addam at reception when you turn up. If you want to book a slot please call up Reception on 020 3841 6600.
SESSION PROVIDER:
Addam Merali-Younger
EMAIL:
PHONE NUMBER:
02076700222