Resource center in Stoke

“Staff that I've met with there are absolutely wonderful, very compassionate and understanding, friendly reception staff as well never feels awkward or intense. A very welcoming environment.”

“My psychiatrist Dr. Tremblay is a brilliant psychiatrist she is very sympathetic and understanding I have been under her care for about 20 years with bi-polar disorder. She gets straight to the point and is a very good listener. I would recommend her as a professional psychiatrist to people who have had mental breakdowns and bipolar.”

“It’s very difficult and sometimes rare to find a counsellor/ therapist who is the right fit. However I feel that the lady I was booked with was just who I needed for support at that time. I had my sessions with Claire Norbury (I hope she doesn’t mind me mentioning her name on here), who I’d actually seen for therapy coincidentally 10 years ago and I remember how comfortable she made me feel when I was suffering with severe anxiety following trauma, as a young adult. My recent experience of therapy began again last year with Claire and lasted almost a whole year, I think she tried her best to drag it out as long as possible for me as she knew how much I needed it and how much each session helped me, and also I have physical health conditions which meant I ended up missing a few sessions due to ill health and had to reschedule. Claire was also very understanding and empathetic about this and very patient when we had to reschedule or if I was running a few minutes late. She was just so down to earth and made me feel at ease, I also felt our personalities were a little similar which made a massive difference with understanding each other and communication. I could sometimes also just sit there in the session in complete silence (freezing) and unable to muster up words after off loading details of an event, and it didn’t feel awkward or uncomfortable. I just felt like I was in a safe space and could respond however felt right - silence, crying, blurting a load of words out not making sense, or struggling to get words out, or even sometimes laughing! And occasional humour within the session (when we both felt it was appropriate of course) actually helped ground me in the sessions and didn’t make them feel so wooden or clinical. I’ve had a lot of different complex traumatic experiences that we went through together and I unloaded A LOT. A lot of tears, a lot of deep personal, disturbing events that I went through, sometimes a lot of just rambling! I also have ADHD so obviously on top of everything else sometimes that made it hard to communicate what I wanted to get across and deal with everything just completely scattered in my brain (especially as I’m also unmediated with no support for it). So I want to thank Claire for always listening so intently and with my best interest, helping me digest and process a lot of things that had happened in the past, how it effects me today, how to deal with it going forward. Also helping guide me through the current difficulties I was facing in life as well as past traumas. I felt supported, listened to and validated in every session with Claire, as a therapist but also as a human. Thank you so much for helping me in my healing process. The work you do is invaluable and I am forever grateful. Sorry it’s taken months for me to write this but better late than never! And I also wanted to give hope to others struggling that there are therapists out there who are genuine people and care about you and what they do.”

Health Works provides a sanctuary for holistic healing in the heart of Newcastle-under-Lyme. The clinic focuses on restoring balance and mobility through a combination of traditional and modern therapeutic techniques. Specialized acupuncture treatments are offered to address chronic pain, including sciatica, back issues, and shoulder injuries. Therapeutic massages are available to relieve tension, reduce fatigue, and alleviate persistent headaches. The practice also features facial acupuncture, which aims to improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines.

Swan Health & Rehabilitation, also known as Swan Physio Ltd, is a leading physiotherapy clinic based at the Keele Centre. The clinic offers a wealth of expertise in managing physical injuries and chronic health conditions. Key services include professional physiotherapy, acupuncture, sports massage, and specialized vestibular therapy. They also provide comprehensive assessments for back pain and develop tailored recovery pathways for every patient. The team is dedicated to helping others and is recognized for being super friendly and professional.

“Alix is outstanding. After our car accident, she supported us tremendously—both physically and mentally—through one of the most challenging times in our lives. Her expertise in body mechanics is exceptional, but what truly sets her apart is her genuine care and compassion. She is a dedicated physiotherapist whose sole focus is helping you feel better. Highly recommended.”

LW Sports Therapy is situated in the historic Old School Building in Crewe Green, serving athletes across Cheshire. The clinic specializes in evidence-based physical therapy with a particular focus on the needs of runners. A comprehensive marathon package is available, offering tailored support and training advice for long-distance goals. The therapist provides expert assessments for running injuries, identifying issues from mechanical to neurological origins. Patients receive personalized exercise programmes, often accompanied by easy-to-follow videos for home rehabilitation.

“I recently completed my emergency first aid at work course with Mike and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The pace of the training was ideal, and the delivery was engaging and informative. I appreciated the opportunity to ask questions and discuss real-life scenarios, which made the learning more relevant and memorable. I highly recommend Mike and his team for all your training needs – their expertise is evident, and they create a positive and effective learning environment.”

“Fantastic service I’ve suffered with lower back pain back in 2023 and Matt @ Hawkes Physio came highly recommend. On booking a very easy appointment over email I went to see Matt for my treatment, after a few sessions I was feeling really good and I could bend again and get back to work. Then at the start of the year 2025 the back pain returned, so with one easy email I was booked in. 3 weeks later after a few treatments the movement is coming back and pain is eased. Hawkes Physiotherapist gets a massive 5 stars ⭐️from me for the service I received and treatment (Hands of God) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Highly Recommended”

Maximum Performance Sports Therapy in Tunstall is a specialist clinic focused on injury recovery and physical optimization. The clinic provides expert care for a variety of issues, including ligament tears, rotator cuff damage, and knee injuries. Core services include sports therapy, sports massage, and the development of personalized rehabilitation plans. The therapist is highly regarded for his impressive knowledge and ability to pinpoint the root cause of pain. Clients receive detailed advice on nutrition and corrective exercises to support their recovery between sessions.

“Been attending classes with Trish for about 2 years, Clubbercise, Boogie Bounce and Pilates. I thoroughly recommend all of these and I cannot praise Trish highly enough. She makes everyone feel really welcome and always creates a positive and welcoming atmosphere. She is a really experienced and knowledgeable instructor too and every session is a good workout and a positive experience. Highly recommended.”

Expecting Antenatal Classes offers comprehensive preparation for parenthood in the Stone area of Stoke-on-Trent. These classes are designed to support expectant parents through the exciting journey of pregnancy and birth. The curriculum covers essential topics such as labor planning, nappy changes, and newborn washing. Participants benefit from the expertise of a local midwife who provides relevant hospital-specific information. The classes also focus on building a supportive community of new parents for long-term friendship.

“Great place for a walk in nature, beautiful and peaceful, plenty of benches to rest on along the way and an excellent kids trail. Will definitely visit again when in the area.”

“Brilliant community centre offering great services”

“I have had plasma pen,on my upper eyes and also my lower eyes on three occasions. Every time I have this procedure,the results are amazing,could see the results straight away. Helen is very professional and explaining everything there is to know. I also had my ears pierced,very easy and straight forward. Helen makes sure,feeling at ease and the after care is wonderful. I will be going back again soon. Demi x”

“Lovely play area, free of litter and tidy. Apparatus in good safe order for the children to play on. Outside on the grass evidence of dog fouling, which was a shame and spoiled the play for the children, community centre closed no toilet access.”

“Very helpful with listning to students and resolving any problems they can wether in person or online. Usually very quick to assist and have all the information you may need wether it be course issues, housing issues or even something small like directions for new students. Anything they can't help with they usually have the number of someone who can.”

“Outstanding support. As with many people suffering physical and mental health disabilities my application for PIP was turned down and the mandatory reconsideration agreed with the original decision maker. My friends, family and colleagues suggested taking my claim to tribunal and when I received the 'bundle' of over 200 pages and lots of legal jargon in an intimidating cover letter, I knew I needed help. This bundle arrived with just under a month until the tribunal hearing. I had been advised to contact Disability Solutions by a therapist I am working with. It was the best advice I received! David was quick in responding to my initial enquiry and all subsequent emails with additions to my 'bundle'. Alice was a fantastic specialist who examined the legal aspects of my appeal paperwork and wrote some notes on things I could raise or questions I might need to answer. Although Alice was unable to attend with me due to a prior booking, her words and a detailed discussion with her helped greatly. I succeeded thanks to their help to meet the criteria for PIP daily living. I am so grateful for their support and friendliness from my initial email enquiry and my visits to the office and wish they could all be recognised for their efforts. Thank you.”

“My daughter started the Nursey 3 months ago, she has settled so well. The staff have been amazing with her! She loves doing all the activities and we are always kept up to date. I can’t wait to see her thrive over the next two years. Thank you to all the staff in the toddler room.”