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Wellbeing · Therapy, skills, work support
Helping minds shine, one person at a time
Affordable mental health support and practical training for the Jewish community in Essex and London, so people are not priced out of the help they need.
About Mind Stars
Who we are
We are a registered charity set up so that therapy and skills training sit within reach for the Jewish community when money is tight or mental health is suffering—especially for young people who need a steadier path into education or work.
What we offer
Qualified professionals deliver therapy and coaching (including listening skills and confidence for work), with supervision and clear professional standards. We invite enquiries, and send an application pack. Initial meetings are then scheduled to discuss the right path for you and explore the next steps together.
We work in Jewish communities across England and partner with professionals and employers to support our clients. Therapy and services are charged at a subsidised rate according to means and funding available – we agree this with each person so cost does not block care.
From our trustees
“Many distraught parents have pleaded for discounts and shorter sessions due to lack of affordability, with many going without the help they need. The inspiration to set up Mind Stars is to encourage those who are vulnerable and reinforce that everyone can shine regardless of their affordability or mental wellbeing.”
“Mind Stars empowers young adults to navigate a world of employment and changes to their environment. With the right mindset and equipped with new skills, young adults feel ready to conquer challenges.”
Our programmes
What we do
A range of services is offered to support our clients in many areas. Each programme is tailored to the needs of the individual. A high standard of confidentiality and safeguarding is maintained across all operations.
Wellbeing Programmes
Boost your social life with community wellbeing activities such as exercise, art, and dance.
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Work and Confidence
Speaking and Listening skills, self-confidence, CV writing, job applications, interview techniques, and coaching to secure employment.
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Childcare Services
Supporting young parents with a safe Ofsted playgroup environment for their little ones whilst they participate in our programmes.
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Courses
Employability and soft skills, customer service, office training, hairdressing, culinary, floristry, party planning, and work experience programmes.
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Other Support
Further activities, care packages, and specialised sessions to meet cultural and religious needs, such as single-gender sessions etc.
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Why Mind Stars
What we want to achieve
We want people’s lives to improve and have their mental health addressed professionally, and coaching toward work so that suffering eases and people can become contributing, positive members of society. We are new; numbers and annual reports will follow as we grow.
Who we focus on
Our charitable purposes are to help people from the Jewish community who are in need because of financial hardship and/or poor mental health. Trustees ensure this focus is justified in law (including the Equality Act) where mainstream services do not meet the same cultural and religious needs.
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To ask about therapy, wellbeing programmes, courses, employment support, childcare, volunteering, or partnerships, use the contact box. Please include details if you are a young person, a parent, carer, or professional.
Help someone access therapy they can afford
Gifts subsidise sessions and courses for people who would otherwise go without support.
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