Digital Mental Health and Wellbeing Programmes That Work.

Welcome to the Health Service Executive’s (HSE) national Guided Digital Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Service. If you are feeling low, anxious, overwhelmed or looking to support your overall mental health, SilverCloud® by Amwell® programmes are available to you for free, 24/7 from any device.

Your Mental Health Journey with SilverCloud 

SilverCloud® by Amwell® is a leading evidence-based digital mental health and wellbeing platform used by over one million people. SilverCloud programmes offer a new way to a healthier mind. 

It uses proven tools based on  Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to support a variety of mental health issues.  

The platform can be accessed immediately through any device, 24 hours a day, and is easy to use. 

Access the platform for free with a referral from a GP, HSE Primary Care Psychologist, HSE Therapist/Counsellor (National Counselling Service/Counselling in Primary Care), HSE Community Mental Health team or Jigsaw.

In this video you’ll hear from Aidan, a Supporter working with SilverCloud clients.

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How SilverCloud works: 

The platform uses clinically proven digital CBT programmes which last 6-8 weeks. During those 6-8 weeks:

  • You will learn about CBT and how to use its principles to support your mental health and wellbeing.
  • You will be assigned a Supporter, who will guide you through your programme by sending you written reviews on a weekly basis.

Self-guided use will continue to be available to you even after you complete the guided portion of the programme.

 

 

Mental Health in Ireland with Dr Austin O'Carroll

Dr Austin O Carroll, GP in Dublin city and founder of Safetynet Ireland highlights the variety of mental health solutions available to clinicians today. As part of his patient care plans, he utilises what is best to suit the unique needs of each patient, including digital programmes. 

SilverCloud® by Amwell® commissioned three art installations in Dublin, Cork & Galway to brighten forgotten spaces and act as a creative reminder to commuters and passers-by to care for their minds. 

SilverCloud® is a clinically proven digital mental health and wellbeing platform, providing digital Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) programmes and tools. It is available in the UK & Ireland free of charge with referral from GPs, Primary Care Psychologists, Counselling in Primary Care, and select health insurers, universities and sport clubs.

Find out more: www.silvercloudhealth.com/holly

To Get Started With SilverCloud:

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Speak to your GP, HSE Primary Care Psychologist, National Counselling Service/CIPC Counsellor/Therapist, HSE Community Mental Health team or Jigsaw and request a SilverCloud referral.

 

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Speak to your GP, HSE Primary Care Psychologist, National Counselling Service/CIPC Counsellor/Therapist, HSE Community Mental Health team or Jigsaw and request a SilverCloud referral.

 

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Once your referral is processed by our team, you will receive an invitation email which will allow you to create your account on the SilverCloud platform and onboard your programme.

 

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Once your referral is processed by our team, you will receive an invitation email which will allow you to create your account on the SilverCloud platform and onboard your programme.

 

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Once you complete your onboarding questionnaires, you’ll be assigned a Supporter. Your Supporter will guide you via written reviews as you become familiar with the programme. 

 

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Once you complete your onboarding questionnaires, you’ll be assigned a Supporter. Your Supporter will guide you via written reviews as you become familiar with the programme. 

 

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Available Programmes

There are 4 programmes available to your patients as part of the HSE partnership. All modules include elements of

  • Psychoeducation
  • CBT based Behavioural Activation
  • Cognitive Restructuring Techniques
  • Relaxation/Mindfulness. 
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Anxiety Programme

The Anxiety programme consists of 8 modules that contain content, tools, and activities to help people alleviate their psychological distress arising from anxiety-related symptomology. The programme has been developed to help users manage their feelings and the causes of them, ultimately offering a welcome space from anxiety. 

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Depression & Anxiety programme

This programme consists of 10 modules that contain content, tools and activities to help people alleviate their psychological distress arising from depression and anxiety-related symptomology. The programme aims to:

  • Encourage the development of more flexible ways of thinking
  • Increase awareness and understanding of emotions
  • Increase activity and motivation in daily life

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Depression Programme

The Depression programme consists of 8 modules that contain content, tools and activities to help people relieve their symptoms of depression. The programme aims to: Encourage the development of more flexible ways of thinking. Increase awareness and understanding of emotions. Increase activity and motivation in daily life.​


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Sleep Issues Programme

The Sleep Issues Programme targets sleep difficulties through CBT techniques, psychoeducation, and behavioral strategies, emphasizing healthy sleep habits, evening routines, and sleep/wake associations. It includes sleep restriction and progressive muscle relaxation but is not suitable for those with bipolar disorder, untreated sleep apnea, parasomnias, or seizure disorders.

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Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Programme

The GAD programme consists of 8 modules that contain content, tools, and activities to help people relieve their symptoms of GAD by:

  • Focusing on developing more flexible ways of thinking.
  • Increasing awareness and understanding of emotions.
  • Increasing understanding of the role of worry in GAD.
  • Focusing on problem-solving strategies to cope more effectively with worry.

Here's some content you might enjoy about the SilverCloud platforms

CBTalks Podcast 

Presented by clinically proven and leading digital mental health platform SilverCloud® by Amwell, each episode invites a special guest to join Dr Dan Duffy, Senior Digital Health Scientist, to discuss various aspects of mental health and wellbeing. Delve into the topics with us as we explore personal stories, new research and how different healthcare providers such as the NHS, HSE, employers and insurers can best utilise digital mental health to support the needs of their clients. 

Mental Wellness Meets Street Art 

Reflecting Ireland’s artistic culture and community, three Irish street artists will be painting murals depicting their artistic interpretation of mental wellbeing in Dublin, Cork and Galway. The art aims to brighten the streets and acts as a creative reminder to passers-by that mental health support is available via the SilverCloud® digital mental health platform.  

Created by our team of medical experts and supported by nearly two decades of clinical research, our behavioural change programmes are backed by the market’s most robust evidence. 

  • Up to 80% of participants show improvement in depression and anxiety symptoms.

  • Proven to treat 4X the members at ¼ the cost of face-to-face therapy.

  • Up to 65% recovery rate.*

  • 93% users satisfaction

  • Helped over 1M+ users think and feel better.