Healthwatch Thurrock hosted a special Mental Health Awareness Week event on Tuesday at South Essex College, bringing people together through music, conversation and shared experiences.
The event gave people the chance to find out more about the mental health services available in Thurrock, while creating a relaxed and welcoming space to talk openly about mental health and wellbeing.
Visitors also helped shape the atmosphere by adding songs to the playlist, helping create a positive and uplifting vibe throughout the day.
There was a great turnout, lots of honest conversations, and a real sense of community, with plenty of good energy and support shared by everyone who attended.