Mental Health Support

The Wisdom App

Bradford College is working in partnership with Health Assured would like to introduce you to Wisdom.

As a student at Bradford College, you have exclusive access to the new and revitalised Wisdom app – helping you track your wellness, improve your mental health, and stay resilient during tough times.

Through the app, you have access to:

Interactive mood tracker
4-week health plans
Mini health checks
Breathing techniques
Live chat

The Live Chat feature allows you to contact a dedicated wellbeing counsellor using live messaging and video calls. For further support, you can call our helpline – available 24/7, 365 days a year. We’ve made it as easy for you to get the right advice when you need it the most. Please call 0800 028 3766 to speak to an advisor. Contact Safeguarding for the unique access code, click here to log on.

Kooth is a free, safe, and anonymous online mental health and wellbeing support service for young people aged 11-26. It provides access to professional support, including text-based chat with qualified counselors and access to moderated discussion forums. Kooth is available 24/7, with chat support available during specific hours, and can be accessed through any device with internet access.

Qwell is a free, safe, and anonymous online mental health and wellbeing service for adults aged 18 and over. It offers various support options, including peer support, self-help tools, and access to professional counsellors via text-based chat. Qwell is commissioned by the NHS and is often used in conjunction with Kooth, which provides similar services for younger individuals.

Mind in Bradford is a mental health charity serving the Bradford District and Craven area. They offer a wide range of support services for individuals of all ages, from children to adults, who are experiencing mental health challenges. These services include one-to-one support, group activities, and crisis support, as well as resources and information to promote positive mental wellbeing.

Thanks to the support of my counsellor I have managed to complete my course and maintain my mental wellbeing which seemed an impossible feat. I couldn’t have managed without this service.