Guided SilverCloud

What is SilverCloud?

SilverCloud is a secure online programme that supports people experiencing low mood, stress, anxiety, and worry. It uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques to help you understand the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and develop practical skills to improve your wellbeing.

You can access SilverCloud online using a computer, tablet, or smartphone, allowing you to work through the programme at a time and place that suits you.

How does SilverCloud work?

SilverCloud consists of eight interactive modules that you complete at your own pace. Most people complete one module each week, with each module taking approximately 40 minutes.

Throughout the programme, you will:

• Complete interactive modules and activities
• Learn practical tools and techniques
• Apply these techniques in your day-to-day life
• Receive up to six online reviews from a therapist, usually every two weeks
• Be able to send secure messages to your therapist through the platform
• After completing the programme, you can continue to access SilverCloud for up to 12 months, allowing you to revisit modules and techniques whenever needed

What will I learn?

SilverCloud focuses on helping you to:

• Understand anxiety, stress, and low mood
• Recognise and manage unhelpful thoughts and worries
• Develop healthier coping strategies
• Build confidence and resilience
• Improve your emotional wellbeing
• Maintain positive changes over time

SilverCloud is:

• Flexible - access the programme whenever and wherever suits you
• Structured - modules follow a clear pathway and build skills over time
• Supported - a therapist will review your progress and provide guidance throughout the programme
• Self-directed - you work through the materials independently while receiving regular support

Is SilverCloud right for me?

SilverCloud may be helpful if:

• Low mood, stress, anxiety, or worry is your main difficulty
• You would like practical strategies to improve your wellbeing
• You would like to better understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours
• You can access the internet using a computer, tablet, or smartphone
• You can commit around one to two hours per week to completing the programme
• You are willing to practise new skills between modules

SilverCloud may not be the best option if:

• You are unable to access the internet regularly
• You are unable to dedicate time to working through the programme independently
• Another type of therapy may be better suited to your needs

Accessing this treatment

To access SilverCloud, you will need to complete an assessment with NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Talking Therapies. If SilverCloud is considered suitable for your needs, one of our therapists may offer this treatment as part of your care.

Sometimes a different treatment or service may be recommended if we believe another approach would better support your needs.