Who we are
We believe everyone living with mental health needs should be empowered to live the life they want and deserve.
To achieve this we need a thriving mental health workforce.
Our organisation recruits, trains and promotes the mental health workforce, ensuring the right professionals can deliver the right support at the right time.
Find out more in our 2023 Impact Report
Advocates of the workforce
Our professionals work tirelessly to support people living with mental health needs. But they need support too.
They need fully resourced teams, manageable workloads, proper pay and the space for mental health support of their own.
The workforce matters and we are proud to support it.
Read our manifesto: Workforce Matters
Read our most recent annual report & financial statements
Our flagship programme
Our two-year, fully funded training programme, trains up to 160 mental health social workers every year.
Combining academic learning with on-the-job experience, our trainees make a difference right from the very start of their time with us.
Find out more about our programme
Support for every aspect of life
Mental health needs aren’t just medical conditions, and supporting people doesn’t just mean treating their symptoms.
In reality, when someone is experiencing mental health problems, they may need support in all areas of their life.
Difficult social situations can contribute to mental health ill health and improving the social factors in someone’s life can be transformational.
Social workers support with the things that matter most to us all. Housing. Family. Employment. Community.
Through talking therapy, practical support, and advocacy, mental health social workers can empower people to manage the social factors in their lives. Enabling them to get well and stay well.
Our values
Inspirational
We set ambitious goals, and we attract and lead others to achieve our vision.
Inclusive
We respect everyone, build networks, and act in partnership.
Genuine
We are honest with others, we seek feedback, and we reflect on ourselves.
Determined
We stay on course, we set the right pace, and we don’t give up.
Effective
We use evidence and innovation to find what works and get things done.
We promote equality and diversity across all areas of our work – from the recruitment of trainees and staff, to the development and delivery of our course content for our flagship training programme.
We believe that working with a diverse range of people and honouring different perspectives is fundamental in working towards a society where everyone with mental health needs can thrive.