We aim to promote psychological wellbeing and support, in relation to difficulties that can be experienced in managing Type 1 Diabetes. We work alongside Consultant Endocrinologist & Diabetologists, Specialist Diabetes Nurses and Specialist Dieticians to deliver coordinated care.
Patients can be referred by the Diabetes Team at Sunderland Royal Hospital for various difficulties in relation to their diabetes, such as:
If the difficulty is primarily a long-standing mental health problem or not linked to diabetes management, then alternative psychological support can be offered through the Sunderland Psychological Wellbeing Service, Talking Changes (for patients in the Durham Locality) or the South Tyneside Lifecycle Mental Health Service.
The service is available Monday – Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Clinics are held at Sunderland Royal Hospital:
4th Floor of Chester Lodge
and
The Metabolic Medicine Department, Entrance 10
Dr Janis McGhee - Principal Clinical Psychologist
Referrals are accepted from members of the Metabolic Medicine team
Clinical Health Psychology Services
Chester Lodge
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Kayll Road
SR4 7TP
Direct Line: 0191 5410058
Main hospital number: 0191 5656256 extension 40058
Diabetes.org.uk
What is diabetes - the basics
Diabetes and the body video
Diabetes and your emotions
Other local providers of psychological support:
Sunderland Psychological Wellbeing Service
Talking Changes (Durham area)
South Tyneside Life Cycle Mental Health Service