What actually matters in the Government's independent review into mental health...
The SWEDA team share their thoughts on the UK Government's independent review into mental health conditions, ADHD and autism....
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SWEDA Stories
SWEDA Stories
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SWEDA story posts may sometimes contain information or descriptions that might be upsetting if you are someone who is affected by eating or mental health problems. If you think this might apply to you, please proceed with care.
The UK urgently needs more therapists and counsellors who have studied eating disorders in depth.... For one week only, Acorn Solicitors are offering appointments to write free Wills for supporters of SWEDA who are willing to donate in lieu of a fee to the solicitors.... One of our former clients wanted to share their story of getting through the Christmas period, and how they reached out to SWEDA for support.... Our Children and Young People's therapists Hannah and Zoe took to the skies and jumped out a plane for SWEDA!... Portrait artist Courtney Bae has been working closely with SWEDA on a powerful new series of paintings.... A new statistic from BEAT reveals the real impact of eating disorders in the UK.... Listen here: CEO Paula talks about a new campaign for health justice for eating disorders.... 2025 was the year we really started to reach out and ask all of you if you could help keep our services going. We’ve been amazed by the efforts we’ve seen...... Sue, our team lead for all things Bristol and beyond, tells us about SWEDA’s work in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.... SWEDA has launched a Christmas appeal to support people living with eating disorders during and after the holiday season.... Our Impact Report for 2024/25 has arrived. It highlights the difference we've made – and why it matters.... Kat shares her story about what inspired her to start working with SWEDA.... In this video, a young person shares how working 1-2-1 with a SWEDA therapist made a huge difference to their recovery journey.... For Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Sally shares her story of what it was like to open up to friends about her history of disordered eating. She wants to offer hope for anybody feeling uncertain about reaching out: “I’ve poured my heart and soul into the piece hoping it might help pull someone else out of the fire.”... Meet the SWEDA Team: Lisa, one of our Bristol Therapeutic Support Workers, shares her story of supporting a loved one who was living with an eating disorder.... Mark and Emma raised £5,375 for SWEDA on the Camino de Santiago. Read about their journey here.... For our 2025-26 survey, we spoke to young people in and around our local community. Who do they turn to when things feel difficult? What kind of support really works for them?... Zoe, one of our Children and Young People's Therapists, tells us about what a counselling session for young people looks like....Why should more counsellors learn to specialise in eating disorders?
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Write a Will with impact
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Living with an ED at Christmas: a young client's story
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Watch our therapists skydive for SWEDA
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'Nourishing: Reflections of Resilience'
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3.5 million people in the UK affected by eating disorders
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"One of the largest treatment gaps in healthcare."
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A year in review: Leaning on our SWEDA Community
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Meet the Bristol team: Sue
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SWEDA Offers People Living with an Eating Disorder Strategies for Coping with the Holiday Season
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Our Impact in 2024-25
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Meet the Bristol team: Kat
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“I am my own saviour.” Watch Jessica’s story
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"Even the strongest need support" - Sally's Story
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Meet the Bristol team: Lisa's story
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Mark & Emma walk the Camino for SWEDA
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We asked young people about who they turn to for help. Here’s what we learned.
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Meet the team: Zoe
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