Mental health support from BAPAM and Dance Professionals Fund
Eligible dance professionals can now access up to 6 sessions of free counselling, funded by Dance Professionals Fund and provided by BAPAM’s expert performing arts-specialist therapists.
The scheme supports those who have worked professionally for at least three years as a dancer, dance teacher, choreographer or choreologist, including retiring and retired dancers.
To find out more call the BAPAM Helpline or email info@bapam.org.uk.
The Monday-Friday BAPAM Helpline number is: 020 8167 4775. We are open from 9am to 5pm.
BAPAM’s helpline is open to all those working in the performing arts with a mental or physical health problem relating to their occupation. Dance professionals who contact us with a mental health need can speak with the dedicated BAPAM Helpline team who will explain how to access the service (you can also read more about this here: Mental Health Support at BAPAM). We will ask you to complete a self-assessment form which will be reviewed by our team so that we can recommend the most appropriate approach.
BAPAM’s clinical team are experienced in working with creative professionals to understand issues affecting their work and plan the most effective next step in their pathway of care. If appropriate, following BAPAM’s assessment, a BAPAM therapist will provide up to 6 sessions of free specialist counselling.
Dance Professionals Fund supports people in the dance world throughout their lives. They are the leading UK charity offering financial assistance for individuals during their dance careers and into retirement, helping professional dancers, dance teachers, choreographers and choreologists.
BAPAM delivers expert health and wellbeing services for those working in the performing arts.
Related:
Mental Health Support in a Crisis
Support if you need immediate help in a mental health crisis: Mental Health Support In A Crisis.
BAPAM Health Resources and Training
BAPAM’s free healthy practice training sessions and factsheets focus on strategies for sustaining a healthy career and achieving your creative goals.