Cerebrum 8 CIC

The company’s activities will focus on improving the mental wellbeing of people living within the boroughs of St Helens, Warrington and Wigan. The primary group of people we will be looking to support are those within the Neurodiverse community, particularly children and adults that are either diagnosed or waiting for a referral for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). We also aim to challenge the stigma around these disorders, by raising awareness of how it affects people on a daily basis. This will help both the person with the disorder and also the people around them to understand ways to not only cope, but how to unlock their unique attention-to-detail, creativity, empathy, innovative thinking and problem solving, and use it in a positive way at home or work, which is what we refer to as their ‘hidden superpowers’. The company will be accessible and provide support for all genders, all ages, all ethnicity groups and from any type of background. The aim is to offer free services in a safe and inclusive environment, where individuals can feel like they belong, learn new skills, participate in activities, develop support networks and make friends. Craig will deliver the therapeutic service from a lived experience perspective, with face-to-face, one-to-one sessions as this is needed the most. He has achieved a Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health, and is studying Level 2 in Counselling ready for Level 3 to start in September 2026. Kylie brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding with an ADHD diagnosis in adulthood, a son with ADHD and has done a remarkable job raising her beautiful daughter Isla, who was born with Rett Syndrome, despite battles with her condition and SEND schooling. Liam developed mental health issues 12 months ago and has been an inspiration with his commitment to understand, overcome and help others in the same situation. TALKING THERAPY Face-to-face, one-to-one support sessions in order to understand any problems that the individual is currently facing, help to identify what may be causing them and provide practical advice to help them to improve their mental wellbeing. GROUP THERAPY Peer-to-peer support sessions that bring together people that are struggling with the same or similar mental health problems. Individuals that have experienced problems are much more empathetic towards others. GROUP EVENTS Arranging fun, exciting and inclusive events such as bowling, football, fishing and ice skating. To be provided free or little expense to the attendees. WORKSHOPS Focusing on stress management, anxiety control, confidence building, trauma release, addiction support, developing healthy routines and coping strategies. EARLY INTERVENTION TEXT SERVICE Texting EIGHT to a 5 digit code will open up text dialogue with a volunteer. MOVEMENT THERAPY Physical exercise that includes walk and talks, jogging sessions, weight training and improving core strength.