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Mental health and addiction treatment service for health and care professionals who cannot access confidential treatment from local services. Tel: 0300 0303 300 For 24/7 crisis support text NHSPH to 85258.

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NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· 11d

National Suicide Memorial Day for Health and Care Workers will be taking place on Thursday 17th September. This year's theme is Lasting Memories and Building Hope - find out more and get involved here: bit.ly/NSMD26 #NSMD #LastingMemoriesBuildingHope

Lasting Memories and Building Hope: Working to ensure that no more lives are lost to suicide - National Suicide Memorial Day for Health and Care Workers, 17th September 2026

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· 12d

Practitioner Health exists so that health and care professionals can access confidential mental health or addiction treatment without the fears of personal or professional consequences. Don’t suffer in silence – register with us today: www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/

Feedback Friday - "When you’re feeling overwhelmed and under a lot of stress, having access to services like Practitioner Health can be incredibly helpful. Longer consultations with full confidentiality, with nothing added to your GP record, can provide real peace of mind. The quick-access support and CBT sessions are also very beneficial."

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· 13d

We are looking for abstracts for The Wounded Healer 2027! Submissions close on 31st October 2026. Submit yours here: bit.ly/WHAbstracts2 #WoundedHealer27

Want the opportunity to share your experiences and findings in the world of workforce wellbeing? Submit an abstract to be in with a chance of presenting at The Wounded Healer in 2027! Apply here: bit.ly/WHAbstracts27

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· 16d

Our clinicians and therapists have a variety of clinical interests that they specialise in, such as neurodiversity, long-term illness, and patients in leadership roles. Register here: www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/

Meet the Team
Dr Mona Johnson is a Lead Clinician at Practitioner Health and combines this with a national clinical leadership role in digital health and patient safety at NHS England.

At Practitioner Health, Mona supports health and care professionals experiencing psychological distress, navigating the complexities of staying well, or returning to work after illness. She has a clinical interest in neurodiversity, and in how identity, relationships, and the systems we work within influence wellbeing, alongside the ethical and intersectional challenges that arise in healthcare.

Drawing on psychotherapeutic training, Mona aims to create a thoughtful, psychologically safe space where people can make sense of their experiences, reconnect with their strengths, and find a way forward. She is also a GP appraiser.

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· 17d

The Wounded Healer 2024 hosted a variety of speakers from across the world who shared their experiences and expertise surrounding the workforce wellbeing. Want to be in with a chance of showcasing your knowledge on an international stage? Submit your abstract here: bit.ly/WHAbstracts2

Photograph of representative from Orpheus presenting on 'Rapid Relief for Patients and Practitioners - Lessons from the Orpheus App'

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· 19d

Our therapists and clinicians have a deep understanding of the struggles that health and care professionals face, and are equipped with the experience to provide compassionate therapy. Register here: www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/

Feedback Friday

"I have undertaken therapy before but this was by far the most practical and effective in empowering me to face the future with confidence. My therapist was excellent - sessions were very structured but she was very personable and clearly had a wealth of experience in helping clinicians with burnout symptoms."

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· 20d

Here at Practitioner Health, we take pride in getting back to registering patients within 1-2 working days. Find out more here: www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/

What happens after I register with Practitioner Health?
When you register with PH, a member of our clinical team will review the information you have provided. We will usually contact you within one to two working days to discuss the next steps. We may ask for some additional information or invite you to book an assessment with one of our experienced clinicians.
Your assessment will be tailored to your needs and will usually last between 30 and 90 minutes depending on the type of assessment. The clinician will discuss your current difficulties, relevant circumstances and the support that may be most helpful. Together, you will agree a provisional care plan, which may include talking therapy, clinician-led case management, prescribing or other appropriate support.

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· 22d

Are you or your organisation dedicated to workforce wellbeing and mental health awareness? Submit an abstract to be in with a chance to present at the Wounded Healer! Find out more here: bit.ly/WHAbstracts2

1. Burnout, Recovery, and Sustainability at Work
Strategies for individuals and hearing lived experiences.

2. Mental Illness, Suicide Prevention/Postvention, and Addiction
Understanding the human, system, and economic impact of mental illness and working together for change.

3. Walking the Line
Keeping Practitioner Health’s patients and their patients safe.

4. Artificial Intelligence and Innovation
Exploring the future of workforce health and wellbeing.

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· 25d

Here at Practitioner Health, we provide a variety of opportunities for our colleagues to form connections with one another - creating a supportive team culture ensures that we can provide the very best care for our patients. Find out more in our annual report: bit.ly/PHAnnualRepo...

"Connection is what makes us thrive as humans and excel as healthcare professionals. Connection with our patients - a safe, trusted space to speak openly. Connection with each other - a compassionate, reflective team culture. Connection with our work - holding on to purpose and meaning."
‘Showcasing Our Expertise’
Read here: bit.ly/PHAnnualReport2025-26

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· 27d

We are excited to announce that the next Wounded Healer Summit will be taking place on the 17th of September 2027! Book your ticket, submit an abstract, or find out more here: bit.ly/WoundedHeale...

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· 28d

With the England vs Argentina match coming up tonight, we are all rightfully feeling anxious! However, if you have been experiencing increasing levels of anxiety and cannot access support from local services due to a lack of confidentiality, register with us today: www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/

We’re all anxious about the match tonight (and that’s normal!) However, if you have ongoing increasing feelings of stress and anxiety and cannot access confidential treatment from local services, Practitioner Health is here to support you.

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jul 13

Liz Mason is one of our brilliant therapists working at Practitioner Health! Like Liz, our clinicians and therapists have extensive experience supporting the wellbeing of health and care professionals, and have a deep understanding of the struggles that they face.

Meet the Team
Liz Mason, Integrative Psychotherapist
Liz is a UKCP-registered Integrative Psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience working with individuals, groups, and organisations. She has extensive experience providing psychotherapy for NHS and public sector staff, as well as working in GP surgeries.
Her approach is interpersonal, providing a supportive and confidential space to explore underlying patterns and dynamics relating to issues such as depression, anxiety, burnout and relationship difficulties. This can lead to greater self-understanding and help identify any changes needed to move forward. She aims to work in ways that are accessible, creative and empowering as well as embracing diversity in all its forms.

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jul 12

Do you feel that you’re drinking too much? There are a variety of free apps available that can help to track your drinking habits and reduce your consumption. #AlcoholAwarenessWeek

Free Alcohol Trackers
Alcohol trackers are a great way to learn more about your drinking habits, and help you to reduce the amount of alcohol you consume.

Try Dry App
The Try Dry app by Alcohol Change UK helps user take on the Dry January Challenge (or another dry challenge), cut down on their drinking, or go totally alcohol-free.
Features include units, calories, and money trackers, as well as wellbeing trackers for sleep, energy levels, mood and craving intensity.

DrinkCoach
The DrinkCoach app is a free resource designed to track your drinking habits.
Features include the ability to set goals, time or location triggered reminders before you drink, mindfulness videos, drink tracker, and a hangover diary.

Drink Free Days
The Drink Free Days app is a resource designed by the NHS for people who like a drink, but would like support in tracking and cutting down their alcohol consumption.
Pledge and nominate a specific number of drink free days each week, and receive practical daily support to reach your goals.

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jul 10

Practitioner Health provides addiction treatment for health and care professionals who are unable to access confidential support from local services. All health and care staff deserve the right to access support for addiction without the fear of professional consequences. #AlcoholAwarenessWeek

What Support Does Practitioner Health Offer Health and Care Professionals Experiencing Issues with Alcohol?

Anchor Group
The Anchor Group is a support group for health and care professionals experiencing addiction. This group provides a safe space for participants to support one another, problem solve, and develop skills in order to achieve long-term abstinence.
Practitioner Health’s groups are available to access via a referral from a Practitioner Health clinician.

Talking Therapy
Practitioner Health’s clinicians and therapists specialise in treating health and care professionals, and have a deep understanding of the struggles that the workforce face on a daily basis.
We have a variety of therapists that specialise in addiction. After registering with Practitioner Health, patients are able to choose the clinician or therapist they would like to see via our booking platform.

Residential Treatment
In more severe cases of addiction, rehabilitation treatment is offered. Practitioner Health has preferred provider agreements with three organisations:
• Castle Craig, Scotland
• Clouds House, South West England
• Bayberry Clinic, Warwickshire.

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jul 8

Health and care staff who are dependent on alcohol may be worried about seeking support from local services due to fears of personal and professional consequences. Here at PH, we only contact regulators in exceptional circumstances, such as if there is a risk to patients. #AlcoholAwarenessWeek

If I am dependent on alcohol and approach Practitioner Health, do you have to tell my regulator?
No. If there is no risk to patients (for example turning up to work intoxicated) then there is no reason for your regulator to be involved at all. We have a Memorandum of Understanding with all the regulators which allows us to manage almost all cases without the need for regulator involvement.

Practitioner Health exists so that health and care professionals can receive confidential mental health and addiction treatment that they cannot access from local services.

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jul 7

Working in healthcare can be incredibly stressful, and staff may feel the need to adopt unhealthy strategies to cope. If you find yourself frequently using alcohol as a way to manage work stress, you might be in need of support. Find out how PH can support you: www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/

Why Might Health and Care Professionals Drink Alcohol?

In 2019, a study found that 22% of doctors reported that they used alcohol or drugs to get them through stressful events. 34% said that they used substances in order to feel better.

Working in healthcare comes with a variety of stressors, including dealing with high pressure situations, long shifts, and high workloads.
Alcohol can become a crutch for health and care professionals to lean on during times of stress. Simply having a glass of wine at home, or getting a pint at your local pub can develop into a more serious condition, including hazardous and harmful drinking, or alcohol dependence.

It is important that you are aware of your drinking habits. Alcohol Change UK’s ‘Check your drinking’ tool is an easy way to see how healthy your drinking is.
Take the quiz here: bit.ly/CheckYourDrinkingTool

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jul 6

This #AlcoholAwarenessWeek, learn about the signs of alcohol dependence. If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol, and cannot access confidential treatment from local services, register with Practitioner Health today: www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/

Are You Dependent on Alcohol? Noticing the Signs

- You have tried to cut down your alcohol in the past but have been unsuccessful.
- The amount of alcohol you have been drinking on each occasion has been increasing.
- You drink alcohol every day.
- You feel shaky, anxious or tense until you have your first drink of the day.

- You feel sweaty or nauseous until you have your first drink of the day.
- You have been told in the past by a health professional that you are or may be dependent on alcohol.
- You have ever received medical treatment to help you stop drinking alcohol.
If you are experiencing symptoms of alcohol dependence, and cannot access confidential support from local services, Practitioner Health is here to support you.

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jul 5

Today marks 78 years of the NHS! In order to ensure that this brilliant service best supports the health of the nation, we must make sure that the wellbeing of the NHS workforce is prioritised. We are proud to provide a space for NHS staff to receive confidential treatment.

Happy Birthday NHS! Marking 78 years of Service

Today marks 78 years since the NHS was founded. We would like to recognise the hard work of the NHS workforce, who turn up to work every day to provide the very best care and emotional support whilst managing high workloads and high stakes situations.
Here at Practitioner Health, we are proud to provide a confidential space for NHS staff to receive treatment for mental ill health and addiction. All healthcare staff deserve access to support without fears of judgement and consequences.
If you are struggling with mental ill health or addiction, you’re not alone.
Register today: www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jul 3

At PH, we provide a variety of opportunities for our team members to connect with one another. Strong working relationships ensures that we can provide the best possible care for our patients, from the moment they register, to after they are discharged. Read more: bit.ly/PHAnnualRepo...

“As a national service working across regions and disciplines, connection does not happen by accident. It requires deliberate investment in relationships, shared learning, and creating environments where people feel seen, supported, and able to contribute. We continue to prioritise the fundamentals of connection across our workforce because we know that when our staff thrive, our patients receive better care.”
‘Connection’, Practitioner Health Annual Report
Read here: bit.ly/PHAnnualReport2025-26

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jul 1

Here at Practitioner Health, our team members are deeply committed to supporting health and care professionals. Read more about Dr Jenny Docherty’s experience working as a Clinical Lead at Practitioner Health here: bit.ly/PHAnnualRepo...

“The days are busy, demanding, and immensely rewarding. I leave them with a strong sense that what we do matters. Earlier in my career, I questioned whether I could offer anything more than standard general practice to a doctor or healthcare professional in difficulty. What I have learned is that, with time, experience, and a dedicated service like Practitioner Health, we are able to offer something much more: a nuanced, expert, and deeply supportive approach to the mental health of those who care for others.”
Meet the Team – Dr Jenny Docherty
Read here: bit.ly/PHAnnualReport2025-26

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jun 29

Here at Practitioner Health, patients are supported by our team from the moment they register with the service. Like Regional Operations Manager Jessica King, our operations team ensures that Practitioner Health runs smoothly, and our patients receive the very best care.

Meet the Team at Practitioner Health
Jessica King, Regional Operations Manager
Jessica King is the Regional Operations Manager for the North, Midlands, and East, and has worked at Practitioner Health for 3.5 years, having been drawn to the role by a strong interest in addiction, mental health, and a desire to develop her operational management skills. Before joining
Practitioner Health, Jessica spent seven years at Medical Protection Society, where she saw first-hand the stress doctors and dentists experienced during investigations, and the vital support that Practitioner Health provided during this time.
Moving to Practitioner Health allowed Jessica to align her work with her values and collaborate with incredible colleagues. In her role, Jessica supports clinical leads, manages clinical rotas, contributes to in house projects and service changes, and assists team leaders with day to day resource management.

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jun 28

Dr Helen Garr and Dr Zaid Al-Najjar are Practitioner Health's Medical Directors. In this role, they provide clinical leadership to ensure that our patients receive the very best treatment. Learn more about what Helen and Zaid have achieved in the last year here: bit.ly/PHAnnualRepo...

Foreword from our Medical Directors
Read here: bit.ly/PHAnnualReport2025-26
‘As Medical Directors, we remain immensely proud of what our teams have achieved this year and are deeply grateful to every member of staff, partner organisation, and stakeholder who has contributed to our success. The challenges facing health and care professionals are significant, but so too is our determination to ensure that no health or care professional has to face them alone.’

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jun 26

Here at Practitioner Health, we pride ourselves on providing confidential treatment to help health and care professionals recover and return to their essential role in the workforce. Register here: www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/

Feedback Friday
"A huge thanks for providing this service. I was in a position of desperation and I had no idea how I could access services without my colleagues or friends being aware. The support I have received has been excellent. Whilst the problems I have been experiencing haven't disappeared, I feel equipped with a variety of tools to be able to manage them going forward. My course of therapy sessions has been life changing."

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jun 24

After being Chief Executive of Practitioner Health for 18 years, Lucy Warner will be retiring in August. In our annual report, Lucy reflects on her experience working at the helm of Practitioner Health, and how the service developed over the last two decades. Read here: bit.ly/PHAnnualRepo...

‘This will be my final year at the head of the service, as I step down at the end of August with a plan to take early retirement.’
Photograph of Lucy Warner
‘I am immensely proud of what we have built– a compassionate, caring team of like-minded individuals, clinicians, therapists, and operational staff alike, who offer kindness and expertise to every encounter with our patients. A strong, credible service with an infrastructure built on pragmatic solutions and meaningful interventions for our patients, delivering reliable outcomes and sustained recovery.’
‘Hello and Goodbye from Lucy Warner’ – Read here: bit.ly/PHAnnualReport2025-26

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jun 21

PH is not an occupational health service. We are a mental health and addiction service for healthcare professionals in England, and regulated health and care professionals in Scotland who are unable to access confidential treatment from local services. Find out more: www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/

Frequently Asked Questions
Is Practitioner Health an occupational health service?
Practitioner Health is not an occupational health service.
However, the Practitioner Health team may work with employers, Occupational Health departments, and others to develop and implement return to work programmes.

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jun 19

Practitioner Health exists for health and care professionals who face barriers to accessing treatment for mental ill health or addiction due to a lack of confidentiality in local services. If you are struggling, you’re not alone. Register with us today: www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jun 15

Dr Will Mangar is one of the many brilliant therapists and clinicians at Practitioner Health. Like Dr Mangar, our staff specialise in a variety of topics – our patients are able to choose the therapist or clinician they would like to speak with based on their specialisms and availability!

Meet the Team at Practitioner Health
Dr Will Mangar, Lead Clinician
Dr Will Mangar is a Lead Clinician at Practitioner Health, and has recently retired as a GP Partner after 21 years. At Practitioner Health, Will offers value to patients in leadership roles who struggle with mental wellbeing due to the burdens and responsibilities. He is also interested in helping people understand how psychological health can be influenced by team dynamics, and how navigating interpersonal relationships with other leaders can be complex.
Will is also keen to raise awareness that even at a basic level, physical activity fosters good mental health, especially when it can be done outdoors in inspiring surroundings.
He also encourages his patients to identify their ‘element ’ - the one interest or hobby that is specific to them and makes them who they are, in order to help them lead to mastery outside medicine, providing an important escape and meaning.

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jun 15

Please join us in congratulating our Chief Executive Lucy Warner, who has been awarded a MBE for her services to the NHS!

Congratulations to our Chief Executive Lucy Warner for being awarded a MBE for her services to the NHS!

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jun 14

This #MensHealthWeek, take action to support male health and care professionals in the workforce – as suggested by Richard Jones, Clinical Director at Practitioner Health!

How Can We Support Male Health and Care Professionals at Work?
Men’s Health Week 2026
With Richard Jones, Clinical Director

Reach Out to Your Male Colleagues
Men often find it harder to speak about their feelings. If you notice changes in a male colleague’s demeanour, reach out and ask how he’s doing. If your question is brushed off, try another way - ask if they would like a cup of tea, to share your snack, or if they need help with their work. Reaching out and saying “You seem a bit sad today. If you ever want to talk, I’m here” is a great way to let your colleague know that there is support available when he feels ready.

Lead by Example
Men often report feeling isolated by their distress or their feelings. If male leaders were vulnerable and openly discussed their experiences of stress, burnout, or mental ill health in the workplace, this could help male health and care professionals feel less alone, and more comfortable to open up about their mental health.

NHS Practitioner Health@nhsprachealth· Jun 12

Here at Practitioner Health, our therapists and clinicians have experience in supporting health and care professionals experiencing long-term stress and burnout, and have helped many of their patients get well and return to the job they love.