CMHE Ltd.

About CMHE Ltd.

CMHE Ltd., also known as the Centre for Mental Health Equity, is a mental health service provider located in the Manor Park neighbourhood of London. The organization serves the Iranian, Afghan, and Tajik communities, with a specific focus on providing culturally informed healing and inclusive programs rooted in community language and lived experience. The center offers a variety of mental health and social support services, including support groups such as the Journey to Adjustment for newcomers and immigrants, Men’s Circles, and Older Adults Circles. They provide specialized workshops like The Art of Navigating Life’s Ups and Downs, Raising Children Between Two Worlds, and Culturally-Informed Healing & Resilience. Additionally, the organization offers mentorship and coaching sessions with mental health professionals, community helper trainings for adults and youth, and peer support and mentorship programs for youth. They also provide a service navigation tool to help users find mental health services based on specific criteria like language and specialization. Founded by Asra, Mina, and Shiva, the organization was established to address gaps in mental health care for ethnocultural communities. Their approach is guided by a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and justice, emphasizing that meaningful change must come from within communities. They utilize a strength-based approach that leverages existing community resources and internal resilience. The organization describes itself as a bridge to formal services, aiming to break down barriers such as stigma, fear, and social isolation through dedicated outreach and culturally attuned care.