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Monday 9am - 4:30pm Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm Thursday 9am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

EDAS UK

Supporting adults and young people with mental health and addiction. EDAS is a not-for-profit organisation offering Training, Therapy, and Health Services.

With over 50 years of experience supporting adults and young people with mental health and substance misuse issues, EDAS aims to strengthen the community through quality, person-centred care. We seek to make counselling affordable, flexible, and accessible to those who need it. We offer affordable private counselling sessions, available face-to-face and online. We also offer some reduced-cost options for those who struggle to pay. We provide personal and confidential support for addiction, stress & anxiety, depression, family & relationship issues, trauma & grief, nutrition & personal training. Our training centre offers advanced development and professional training around addiction, mental health, and counselling. Our courses are nationally accredited and delivered by facilitators with a background of working within drug treatment and counselling, and years of first-hand experience.

29/09/2025

Managing Anger - Professional Training

Join us for our Anger Management professional training workshop!

This CPD-accredited training is aimed at developing professional skills to de-escalate and work with intense emotions. Exploring techniques and promoting understanding for anger.

Date: Wednesday 5th November 2025
Time 10.00am - 12.30pm
Location: The Studio, Branksome Centre, Recreation Road, Poole BH12 2EA

£35 per person.

If you are interested in joining, please email hello@edasuk.org

All attendees receive a CPD-accredited certificate confirming they have completed the training.

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04/08/2025

Join our Motivational Interviewing CPD Course and sharpen your skills in guiding clients toward their own goals, with empathy, strategy, and evidence-based impact.

🌱 Ideal for therapists, coaches, healthcare pros & more.

📚 CPD accredited | 🎓 Delivered by professionals who use this technique | 💡 Real-world tools

✨ Start empowering change, one conversation at a time.

Date & Time
Wednesday 3rd September 2025
10.00am - 12.00pm

£35 per person.

If you're interested in joining, email hello@edasuk.org to enroll now!

02/05/2025

Every £5 donation helps provide drinks, snacks and materials for one of our support groups.

Every £30 helps fund a counselling session.

💛 Want to be part of someone’s healing journey?

Your generous support keeps EDAS services free or low-cost for those in need.

➡️ Donate at edasuk.org/donate or via our link in bio

28/04/2025

NEW ONLINE CARER SUPPORT GROUP

Are you caring for someone who is struggling with mental health or substance use?

Whether they are a young person or an adult, you're not alone.

We’re seeing a worrying rise in ketamine use and other drugs/alcohol across Dorset – especially among young people. This group offers a safe, supportive space for parents and carers who may be concerned, confused, or overwhelmed.

This group is here for you if you are:

✔️ Supporting someone who uses substances like ketamine or other drugs or alcohol
✔️ Worried about your child or loved one’s mental health or behaviour
✔️ Feeling isolated or unsure where to turn
✔️ Seeking understanding, strategies, and support

What to expect:
🤝 Peer connection and emotional support
📚 Information on emerging drug trends and harm reduction
🧠 Guidance on looking after your own wellbeing
💬 A non-judgmental space to talk and be heard

Contact us for more information by emailing: hello@edasuk.org

25/04/2025

☕ It's a Coffee Connection!

Our Coffee Connection group has been making a meaningful impact in our community for over 3 years now! Providing a welcoming space for adults to connect and support each other.

In partnership with the Poole Community Mental Health Team. The group is held fortnightly on Thursday evenings from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at The Studio, Branksome Centre, Poole. These sessions offer a safe environment to combat social isolation and promote mental well-being.

Led by qualified EDAS therapists and peer support workers, participants engage in discussions, self-care activities and games, fostering a sense of community and empowerment.

If you're interested in joining the group, speak to your Community Mental Health Team worker and ask them to make a referral!

18/04/2025

💙 Supporting someone with mental health or addiction challenges? You don’t have to carry it all alone.

Our Carer Support Group is a safe, understanding space for family members, partners, and carers to connect, share, and support one another.

🗓 First Tuesday of every month
🕠 5:30pm – 7:30pm
📍 At The Studio, Branksome Centre, Poole BH12 2EA
🎟 Free & confidential

Whether you're new to this journey or have been supporting someone for years, you're welcome. Come and meet others who truly understand.

Message us to find out more and confirm your space at hello@edasuk.org 💬

14/04/2025

Feeling overwhelmed? Anxious? Struggling with addiction or mental health?

You don’t have to face it alone.

🧠 EDAS offers confidential, professional counselling for individuals of all ages. Whether you're just starting your journey or picking yourself up again—we’re here.

➡️ Visit www.edasuk.org/counselling to find out more, or message us at hello@edasuk.org to make an enquiry.

08/04/2025

💛 Who we are

At EDAS, we have over 50 years of experience supporting individuals and families affected by mental health challenges and addiction.

Through counselling, peer support groups, and community connection, we're here to walk alongside you—no judgment, just compassion.

📍 Based at The Studio in The Branksome Centre | 🧠 Mental Health & Addiction Support | 💬 Message us for info on our counselling services and support groups at: hello@edasuk.org

12/03/2025

📍 We have moved! 📍

After a busy couple of months, we are pleased to announce we have moved into a lovely new office space!

EDAS will now be operating out of The Studio at Branksome Community Centre.

This private and multi-purpose space will now be our new home for conducting counselling, training and some of our group sessions.

📅 EDAS 2025 Schedule at The Studio 📅

🧠 Monday to Friday: Counselling, 9am - 5pm (Appointment only)

👐 First Tuesday of Every Month: Carers Evening, 5.30pm - 7.30pm

☕ Every other Thursday: Coffee Connection, 5.30pm - 7.30pm

📢 We will continue to be at the Poole Access Wellbeing Hub for our BeWell group sessions every Tuesday from 10am - 2.30pm.

Thank you to all those who have been patient with us while we transition into this new chapter. We are looking forward to welcoming you all into our new home! 🏠

10/06/2024

🙌 Carers Night is BACK! 🙌

We're revitalising our popular Carer support events this July and would love for you to join us.

Our free Carer Support Evenings allows you to meet with other carers who are supporting adults who are affected by a loved ones mental health or addiction to share concerns, support each other and chat over a warm cuppa and a sandwich.

Each evening is led by qualified counsellors who will facilitate group discussion following a brief themed psychoeducation session. Themes will be based on:

💅 Self Care
🙅‍♂️ Setting Boundaries
🍷 Process of Addiction
🔄 Cycle of Change
🌉 Conflict Resolution
❤️ Organisations of support

🗓️ Tuesday 2nd July 2024, then the first Tuesday of every month
⏰ 5.30pm - 7.30pm
📍 EDAS Learning Center, 54a Ashley Road, Poole BH14 9BN

Please contact hello@edasuk.org or call 01202 735777 to get joining instructions.
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06/06/2024

💡 V**e Awareness Workshop 💡

This informative and interactive 2- hour workshop aims to equip education and healthcare professionals with up to date, useful and practical tips so you can feel more confident tackling the current va**ng epidemic.

Delivered by Dr. Mindy Bartlett, we share first hand intelligence and findings from our work with Young People and Adults across BCP and Dorset.

📅 Monday 15th July 2024
🕓 4pm - 6pm
🎟️ Tickets available via Eventbrite, see link below:

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05/06/2024

🌟 Join Us for our 'Life Room' Mental Wellbeing Sessions 🌟

Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? You're not alone. Our supportive community is here to help you navigate life's challenges. Come as you are and leave feeling refreshed, understood, and empowered. 🧘‍♀️💬

📆Starting on 17th June 2024 📆

🗓️ Every Monday & Tuesday from 10am - 12pm
🗓️ Every Thursday from 1pm - 3pm
📍 EDAS Learning Center, 54a Ashley Road, Poole BH14 9BN

Let's prioritize our mental health together.

To book in for the sessions, please contact hello@edasuk.org or call 01202735 777.

See you there! 💚✨

Address

The Studio, Branksome Centre, Recreation Road
Poole
BH122EA

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441202735777

Website

http://www.edasuk.org/

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