Resources for Parents

Here are some resources for parents who are worried about their child's mental health... 

Mental health challenges in children and young people are increasing rapidly, with nearly one million children in the UK alone suffering with anxiety, depression or who are self-harming. The latest figures suggest that at least 1 in 6 children have a mental health disorder too... It's a massive problem and it's getting worse. 

If you worried about your child/teen's mental health, here are a list of useful organisations that may be able to help.

​Youth Access 

Youth Access is the national membership organisation for young people's information, advice and counselling services.

HappiMe Coaching

​HappiMe offers face-to-face/ Zoom Coaching, Therapy & EFT sessions to children & young people. 

Talk to Frank

Confidential advice, including live chat.

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Mind

Mind provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem.

B-eat

B-eat is a great resource for information on eating disorders. 

Anxiety UK

Anxiety UK work to relieve and support those living with anxiety and anxiety-based depression, by providing information, support and understanding via an extensive range of services. ​

Samaritans

Samaritans offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you. You don’t have to be suicidal.

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The Mix

The Mix has lots of online support, articles and counselling for young people under 25. 
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The Mix also has lots of different apps and resources you can check out too.

Bullying UK

This organisation helps those who have been/ are being bullied and are need of some support, or even just someone to talk to.

​Please feel free to call their helpline too. You don't have to go through it alone: 0808 800 2222.

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Relate

Relate offers a number of services including counselling, to children and young people all over the country. Everything you share is confidential so you can relax.