The Focus Group

07/11/2025

This Stress Awareness Week, we're wanted to reshare this wonderful video featuring the 7-11 breathing technique by the lovely Will. It's a simple yet powerful tool to help you manage stress and find your calm. Join us for a moment of mindfulness and discover how a few deep breaths can make a world of difference. Let's breathe together and turn stress into serenity—one breath at a time!

24/10/2025

Happy Friday 🙂

It is so lovely to see these pops of colour around our space, a massive thank you to Floral Image Humber

We’re so grateful for the partnership with The Business Culture HEY and the positivity these displays have brought to our team!

What brightens up your workspace?

22/10/2025

🎉 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟭𝟬 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂, 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗲! 🎉

Today we raise a toast to Jackie, our brilliant Administrator, who marks 10 years of service with The Focus Group, and we felt it was fitting to pop this post up today as it also her birthday 🥳🥳🥳

Jackie’s calm presence, sharp eye for detail, and unwavering commitment have quietly shaped so much of what we do. Whether it’s keeping us organised, supporting colleagues, or simply bringing a smile to the office, Jackie’s impact is felt far and wide.

We’re incredibly lucky to have her as part of our team. Here’s to a decade of excellence, and to many more ahead!

👏 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝘃𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.

16/10/2025

This OCD Awareness Week, we’re sending love to everyone affected by obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Living with OCD can mean facing daily challenges that others can’t always see. It takes courage, patience, and strength — and none of it defines your worth.

If you’re supporting someone with OCD, thank you for listening, learning, and showing up with compassion. Small moments of understanding can make a big difference.

Let’s keep talking openly, without judgement. 💙

10/10/2025

🌍 World Mental Health Day 2025

This year's theme is "Access to Services – Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies".

In times of crisis, it’s often our mental health that feels the weight first.
Whether it’s a personal emergency, a community crisis, or a global catastrophe — the need for timely, compassionate support becomes even more vital.

At The Focus Group, we believe that mental health support should never be out of reach.
Everyone deserves access to a safe space where they can talk, process, and find stability — no matter what’s happening around them.

💬 If you’re struggling or supporting someone through a difficult time:

NHS Talking Therapies – free, confidential help for anxiety, depression, or trauma.

Samaritans – 24/7 listening service: 116 123

The Mental Health Foundation has more information here: https://bit.ly/3KJYkL9

And if you’re based in Hull and East Yorkshire, our team at The Focus Group is always here to help you take that first step towards support.

08/10/2025

📢 𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀…

Following a rigorous and in-depth tender process earlier this year, The Focus Group has been successfully awarded a place on the NHS National Framework for Mental Health and Wellbeing Services.

Being part of this Framework enables us to collaborate directly with NHS Trusts to provide services that are not only clinically robust, but also grounded in human connection.

A huge congratulations to the team for this wonderful achievement 🎉 🎉 🎉

07/10/2025

✨ Meet the Team ✨

Today we’d love you to meet Sarah, our Operations Team Leader here at The Focus Group.

Outside of work, Sarah enjoys spending time with her family, swimming and reading.

We’re so proud to have Sarah on our team, supporting our community in Hull and East Yorkshire. 💚

👉 Say hi to Sarah in the comments, or share one thing that helps you look after your wellbeing!

10/09/2025

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day 💜 At The Focus Group we have always advocated for openness and honest conversations, the power of connection and that is is . If you or someone you care about is experiencing suicidal thoughts, please find some of the helplines available.

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18/08/2025

Today is a reminder that no matter how heavy life feels, every step forward counts.

Whether it’s a big leap or the smallest shuffle – it’s still progress.

To our Hull community, past clients, and fellow therapists – thank you for proving that resilience is real, hope is powerful, and that we can rise, together.

💬 If you’re struggling, remember: asking for help isn’t giving up – it’s stepping forward.

14/08/2025

🌟 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺: 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹 𝗛𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲 🌟

Phil has been with Focus since 2018, and in that time he’s worn many hats; Business Development Manager, IPT Therapist, service innovator, and all-round problem-solver.

From writing funding bids to testing new AI tools, Phil’s days are never the same. But there’s one constant: his commitment to making things work better for our clients, our teams, and the people we haven’t reached yet.

Phil’s journey into this field was shaped by his own lived experience, and his passion for giving back continues to be at the heart of his work. Whether it’s seeing someone leave with a renewed sense of hope, or improving the systems that make our services run smoothly, Phil’s impact is felt across Focus every single day.

💬 Favourite quote? “Keep it simple.”
📍 Dream destination? New York City.
🎸 Alternative career? Professional musician (Glasto’s loss is our gain!).

Thank you, Phil, for bringing heart, vision, and creativity to everything you do.

07/08/2025

“It was an honour for Focus to host a reception for Hull Business Angels at our new premises during the Sesh.

It was a relief the sun came out just when they arrived (they are Angels after all ☀️) and we all had the perfect view of the Cuban Pete’s stage from our terrace.

Talking to our Angels, it was great to learn about the positive work they do for our city… without them, events like Humber Street Sesh would not have grown to become hugely successful. We didn’t realise how many cultural events they sponsor, working behind the scenes to make things happen.

Focus is a new presence in this part of the city… and we’re very much looking forward to developing our business and social connections in the Fruit Market.”

𝙋𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙋𝙖𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙤, 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝘿𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧

"We believe Hull has all the ingredients to become a UNESCO City of Music"

01/08/2025

Happy Yorkshire Day from all of us at The Focus Group!