If you are attending the Stress Control course we recommneded accessing the free pre-course and course materials click here.
Stress Control – What is it?
Stress is a widespread issue in Britain, affecting four in ten people and leading to common GP visits for symptoms like upset stomachs, headaches, poor sleep as well as mental health difficulties. Many feel overwhelmed, as stress can impact anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background. However, stress is a normal part of life, and the notion of simply 'pulling yourself together' is not a solution.
The Stress Control course, offered by the Primary Mental Health Support Service for Cardiff and the Vale, is a free 6-week program designed to provide effective stress management tools. Each 2-hour weekly session will teach new techniques, building a comprehensive toolkit by the course's end. This course aims to empower individuals to better manage their stress, recognising that while the causes of stress are complex, control and coping are achievable
The course is open access*. No need to register. Miss a session? That’s ok, you can catch up by attending another stress control course or just the specific session you missed.
The course runs weekly for 6 weeks. Each session is 2 hours which includes a short break.
Session 1: What is Stress?
Session 2: Controlling your body
Session 3: Controlling your thoughts
Session 4: Controlling your actions
Session 5: Controlling panicky feelings and getting a good night’s sleep
Session 6: Boosting your wellbeing, tying it all together and controlling your future
*Although Stress Control is an open access course it is for adults only (18+). You are more than welcome to bring someone with you.
To access the free pre-course and course materials click here. We recommend having a read of the 'preparing for the course materials' before attending.
Upcoming Courses
Canton Unitiing Church - 6 weeks from 06/03/2024 14:00-16:00
Chapter Arts - 6 weeks from 02/05/2024 12:30-14:30
Bethal Baptist Church - 6 weeks from 13/06/2024 10:30-12:30
Chapter Arts - 6 weeks from 13/08/2024 12:30-14:30
Grange Pavilion - 6 weeks from 30/09/2024 11:45-13:45
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Canton Uniting Church, Cowbridge Rd E, Canton CF5 1LQ. Accessible by Cardiff Bus, 13, 17 and 18.
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14:00-1600
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06/03/2024 - Session 1: What is Stress? 13/03/2024 - Session 2: Controlling your body 20/03/2024 - Session 3: Controlling your thoughts 27/03/2024 - Session 4: Controlling your actions 03/04/2024 - Session 5: Controlling panicky feelings and getting a good night’s sleep 10/04/2024 - Session 6: Boosting your wellbeing, tying it all together and controlling your future |
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Parking – limited street parking. Paid parking available in Harvey Street Car park opposite venue. |
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Chapter Arts, Market Rd, Cardiff CF5 1QE Accessible by Cardiff Bus, 13, 17 and 18.
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12:30-14:30
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02/05/2024 - Session 1: What is Stress? 09/05/2024 - Session 2: Controlling your body 16/05/2024 - Session 3: Controlling your thoughts 23/05/2024 - Session 4: Controlling your actions 30/05/2024 - Session 5: Controlling panicky feelings and getting a good night’s sleep 06/06/2024 - Session 6: Boosting your wellbeing, tying it all together and controlling your future |
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Fully accessible venue with facilities. Venue on first floor with lift access. Parking – Chapter has car park. Limited street parking. |
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Bethal Baptish Church Hall, Penlline Rd, Cardiff CF14 2AA. *The chuch hall is not in the main chuch building, but past the chuch on the left. |
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10:30-12:30
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13/06/2024 - Session 1: What is Stress? 20/06/2024 - Session 2: Controlling your body 27/06/2024 - Session 3: Controlling your thoughts 04/07/2024 - Session 4: Controlling your actions 11/07/2024 - Session 5: Controlling panicky feelings and getting a good night’s sleep 18/07/2024 - Session 6: Boosting your wellbeing, tying it all together and controlling your future |
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Fully accessible venue with facilities. Parking – Bethal Church s car park. |
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Chapter Arts, Market Rd, Cardiff CF5 1QE Accessible by Cardiff Bus, 13, 17 and 18.
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12:30 - 14:30
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13/08/2024 - Session 1: What is Stress? 20/08/2024 - Session 2: Controlling your body 27/08/2024 - Session 3: Controlling your thoughts 03/09/2024 - Session 4: Controlling your actions 10/09/2024 - Session 5: Controlling panicky feelings and getting a good night’s sleep 17/09/2024 - Session 6: Boosting your wellbeing, tying it all together and controlling your future |
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Fully accessible venue with facilities. Venue on first floor with lift access. Parking – Chapter has car park. Limited street parking. |
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Grange Pavilion, Grange Gardens, Cardiff CF11 7LJ
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11:45-13:45
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30/09/2024 - Session 1: What is Stress? 07/10/2024 - Session 2: Controlling your body 14/10/2024 - Session 3: Controlling your thoughts 21/10/2024 - Session 4: Controlling your actions 28/10/2024 - Session 5: Controlling panicky feelings and getting a good night’s sleep 04/11/2024 - Session 6: Boosting your wellbeing, tying it all together and controlling your future
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Accessibility
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Fully accessible venue with facilities. Limited street parking.
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Our valued third sector partners also run a range of courses and services.
For courses in the Vale of Glamorgan - click here.
For course in Cardiff - click here
