My MHST

Hull and East Riding Mental Health Support Teams, Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust.

13/11/2026

Due to a global outage we do not currently have access to Microsoft applications, including email.

If you need to talk with the team, please contact 01482 205 205.

We will be unable to review referrals until the outage is resolved, so if discussions are needed sooner please telephone.

As always, if urgent mental health support is required you can call CAMHS crisis on 111.

12/11/2026

☀️ Building self-esteem at Paull Primary School!

Class 3 have been exploring self-esteem and discovering the importance of recognising the positives in ourselves and the world around us.

Throughout our sessions, the children have:

🌻 Created their own Gratitude Sunshine, celebrating the things they are thankful for.

📖 Taken on a Gratitude Journal challenge, spending a week noticing and recording the little things that make them smile.

💬 Worked together to create some amazing Class Affirmations, reminding themselves of their strengths and what makes them special.

It has been fantastic to see the children's creativity, thoughtful ideas and positivity shine through! ✨

A lovely reminder that taking time to recognise the good things, celebrate our strengths and use positive words can help build our self-esteem and wellbeing. 💛

11/11/2026

Today we were been back with Year 3 at Bay Primary School in Bridlington. Here is a wonderful display that they created following our session exploring managing worries.

11/11/2026

On Friday 6th November, East Riding Mental Health Support Team (ER MHST) and Humber Youth Action Group hosted an event for East Riding Schools and services sharing the past, present future of MHST.

The message of the day was to Be Curious. This was an opportunity for sharing and collaboration to support the development of the service. A special mention and thank you to our experts by experience who showed strength in sharing their journeys and messages to improve services for young people's experiences of mental health and emotional wellbeing.

Thank you to all who attended and to the MHST team for their hard work putting the event together and sharing their passion for the service.

Thank you to Natalie Slipper, Education Mental Health Practitioner for putting together this video, which shows how we continue to develop and improve early intervention and prevention for young people, families, schools and communities.

09/11/2026

Today our team have been out and about at Mount Pleasant Junior School in Market Weighton. working with year 3 students on understanding emotions. Here a few interpretations some of the students created.

06/11/2026

From Service User to Volunteer: My MHST Story

After being referred to the MHST through school for support with anxiety and panic attacks, one young person found a team that was warm, welcoming, and genuinely committed to helping them through a difficult time.

🗣️ "The skills I learnt to cope with my anxiety are so effective and I was able to put them into practice almost instantly."

Stories like this remind us of the difference early mental health support can make in a young person's life.

Read more: https://connect.humber.nhs.uk/service/my-mental-health-support-team-mymhst/real-stories-mymhst/

04/11/2026

Our team visited Quay Academy in Bridlington yesterday, working with year six pupils to deliver a workshop on the subject of empathy.

Students created examples of being in somebody else's shoes and explored kindness through artwork.

04/11/2026

Our MHST's Healthy Body, Healthy Mind workshop helped pupils explore the connection between physical and mental wellbeing through fun, interactive activities.

The sessions focused on building confidence, self-care, mindfulness and emotional wellbeing, while giving young people practical tools to manage challenges and support their mental health.

👉 Read more about how our Mental Health Support Teams are making a difference to young people across our communities: https://connect.humber.nhs.uk/service/my-mental-health-support-team-mymhst/real-stories-mymhst/

02/11/2026

For years, Casey struggled with severe anxiety and frequent panic attacks that affected every part of their school life. At their worst, panic attacks were happening several times a day, making it difficult to stay in lessons, concentrate, and feel understood.

Today, Casey is thriving. An active volunteer, teaching assistant and advocate for young people's mental health, they are using their experiences to help others and encourage those facing similar challenges.

Their story highlights the importance of early intervention, compassionate support, and ensuring young people have someone who listens without judgement.

Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs) work with schools, children, young people and families to provide evidence-based support for issues such as anxiety, low mood and emotional wellbeing. By helping young people develop coping strategies and build confidence, MHSTs can make a real difference to their lives both in and out of the classroom.

Casey's message to young people is simple: "Progress isn't always quick, and it isn't always straightforward, but difficult days do not define your future."

Read more: https://connect.humber.nhs.uk/service/my-mental-health-support-team-mymhst/real-stories-mymhst/

30/10/2026

💙 "MHST helped me take back control of my thoughts."

When stress, anxiety and OCD started affecting school and everyday life, one young person reached out for support through her school's wellbeing team.

With the help of her MHST practitioners, she learned techniques to challenge negative thoughts, manage anxiety and gradually face her fears. From breathing exercises and the STOPP technique to graded exposure, she found strategies that continue to help her today.

💬 "The highlight for me was the relationships I developed with my practitioners. The conversations and laughs we had helped me feel relaxed and comfortable."

The support helped improve her confidence, school attendance and wellbeing.

Her message to others?

💬 "If you have felt like me, give the support a chance and try it!"

Read more about how our MHST have supported young people - https://connect.humber.nhs.uk/service/my-mental-health-support-team-mymhst/real-stories-mymhst/

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