Local. Honest. Here for you
One page, everything you need to know about how we help, and what it's achieved so far.
Our services
A short introduction to what we deliver
Individual Wellbeing
One-to-one support for anyone struggling with their mental health, at your own pace and in a space that feels safe.
Children & Adolescent
Support for young people and the adults around them, helping build confidence and healthy coping skills early.
Workplace Wellbeing
Practical mental health support for teams and employers, from training to ongoing wellbeing programmes.
In the Community
Pop-up sessions, groups and outreach across Essex, including our foodbank, taking support directly to where people need it.
Our approach
Grounded in evidence, built around you
Our work is based on the NHS's "Five Ways to Wellbeing" — simple, proven steps that support good mental health:
Connect — with the people around you
Be active — in a way that suits you
Keep learning — new skills, new interests
Give to others — even small things count
Take notice — of the present moment
We track progress using the Warwick Wellbeing Scale, so we — and you — can see what's working.
Our impact
Proof it works
2000 +
people supported every month
supporting the Community since
2011
1st
one-stop wellness shop in the UK
MBE, 2021 New Year Honours
Awarded to founder Carla Andrews for services to mental health and wellbeing.
British Citizen Award for Health, 2020
Recognising Carla's contribuition to health in the community through Motivated Minds.
Want to know more?
Meet the Team
The people behind Motivated Minds and the HAPPY Hub
Safeguarding
Our policy for keeping everyone who visits us safe