Real Support from Real People
At My Black Dog, we provide free, anonymous and judgement-free peer support for those struggling with their mental health. Our volunteers have been there, they’ve faced their own challenges and truly understand what it’s like. Through real conversations, we offer empathy, hope, and a safe space to be heard.
No stigma, no pressure, just people who get it, ready to listen.
My Black Dog is a product of experience, each person involved with the charity has had their own experience with mental health
Mental health is the next pandemic.
We live in a disrupted world where we are faced with constant challenges to our living, our peace and our wellbeing, mental health has reached an all time high and yet we are still faced with long waiting times for treatment and care. My Black Dog is a vital bridge in the gap for people who need support quickly, we provide much needed human understanding and support for people who are struggling with their mental health. Our community of volunteers are here to listen, provide space and create meaningful connections to others so that you do not feel alone, you are not alone.
Welcome to the pack.
The My Black Dog Pack
Meet the team driving My Black Dog forward-leaders, patrons, and board members with lived experience, united in their mission to provide real support and break the stigma around mental health.
Founder and ironic white dog owner
DJ, capybara lover and the nicest guy on the radio waves, so happy to have Eddy as part of the pack!
Lead singer of the Kaiser Chiefs, The Voice UK judge and a genuinely great gentleman supporting the work of My Black Dog.
With over 25 years’ experience in the charitable sector, primarily leading small and medium sized charities, Joel's work has focused on service design and development, outcome monitoring, fundraising, strategic planning, building collaborative networks, governance and advocacy. _
Hanna is a professional with over 18 years of experience specialising in HR, Mergers & Acquisition, Business Operations Management, change management and talent management. With deep expertise in Financial Services, retail strategy, innovation hubs/agencies, in-house recruitment, talent management, Project management, due- diligence, sustainability, process improvement & global expansion strategies. She has worked cross industry with start ups and multinational firms. Her hobbies include horse riding, singing and travelling, she is married with 2 beautiful sons and a gorgeous daughter.
James is a Brand Manager in the UK cycling industry, with 15 years of voluntary experience with a broad range of charities, mainly focusing on raising funding and awareness through physical challenges, both his own and assist others in their endeavours.
Emily is a Charity sector CEO and expert with over 25 years in the large children’s charities including NSPCC and Childline. She has experience in safeguarding, running large volunteer services, fundraising, policy, public affairs, lobbying, campaigning and a recognised media spokesperson. She is passionate about mental health having campaigned for better support for children and adults throughout her career.
Iain is a qualified accountant with more than thirty years experience in the Lloyd's Insurance market, having held senior executive leadership roles for the majority of this time. He is currently non-executive chair of a Lloyd's Managing Agency. Iain brings a long career of board governance and financial management experience to MBD
How We Help
Discover how we raise money, where we invest it, and the impact it has in providing life-changing support for those struggling with their mental health.
INCREASE IN CHATS DURING THE COVID CRISIS
We were online when you needed us the most
CHATS AND COUNTING
Real support, real impact.
RECOMMENDATION
would recommend us to family and friends
Our Goals
CHATS A MONTH BY 2035