Feel better through movement with Total Wellbeing Luton

Lauren Duffy, a High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (HIT CBT Therapist), and Khy Cyrus, a Senior Exercise & Mental Health Specialist.

placeholder image — Lauren Duffy, a High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (HIT CBT Therapist), and Khy Cyrus, a Senior Exercise & Mental Health Specialist.

A local mental health service has launched an innovative programme that combines exercise with therapy to support individuals struggling with low mood or depression

Total Wellbeing Luton, a service dedicated to supporting people living in Luton who want to improve their physical and emotional health, has created the Feel Better Through Movement programme that will see participants take part in different forms of gentle exercise before seeing a therapist for cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).

The sessions will be held in a welcoming and inclusive space where people will have the freedom to move at their own pace as they take part in gentle, guided movements to boost mood and wellbeing, and learn practical tools to manage depression and low mood.

One client supported by the service said the programme has improved their physical and mental wellbeing.

Khy Cyrus guiding Lauren Duffy though the fitness sessions of Feel Better Through Movement Programme.

“The exercise program has given me more confidence, improved my mental health and I have learnt new exercises that have helped me to achieve my goals

“I am now motivated to continue to maintain/improve my fitness level and have also been sleeping better too.”

Starting Tuesday 13 January 2026 and running weekly until 17 February 2026, the programme will take place at Inspire Luton Sports Village, Butterfield Green Rd, Off Hitchin Rd, Luton LU2 8DD, from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM.

These sessions have been designed by Lauren Duffy, High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (HIT CBT Therapist), who works as a mental health specialist and Khy Cyrus, Senior Exercise & Mental Health Specialist, who works as the physical therapist at Total Wellbeing Luton.

Lauren Duffy taking part in the fitness session led by Khy Cyrus as part of the Feel Better Through Movement programme.

“When combined with CBT skills, physical activity becomes a powerful two-part approach—supporting both the body’s energy and the mind’s patterns,” said Duffy. “Exercise is a natural antidepressant for many people—accessible, adaptable, and a meaningful part of a holistic recovery plan.

“Physical movement strengthens not only muscles but also resilience. It creates space for hope, clarity, and emotional recovery.”

Leigh-Anne Cruickshank, Senior Operations Manager at Total Wellbeing Luton, said: “As a talking therapies service, we see every day how depression can affect motivation, confidence, and connection.

“We launched this programme because combining Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with structured fitness can be genuinely transformative. Movement supports mood, and CBT helps people change the thinking patterns that keep them stuck, together they create a powerful route to recovery.

Khy Cyrus leading Lauren Duffy though the fitness session of the Feel Better Through Movement initiative.

“This programme is about giving people hope and practical tools at the same time. We’re proud to offer something that not only improves mental health but also helps people feel more empowered in their everyday lives.”

Participants are encouraged to bring comfortable clothing, suitable footwear, and any medication they may need. The programme is open to anyone aged 16 and over.

How to Join Feel Better Through Movement programme: Follow the link to Self-refer – https://gateway.mayden.co.uk/referral-v2/9183fc60-239c-4c5a-af66-2e25d24e878e

Or visit totalwellbeingluton.org, call 0300 555 4152.