Mental Health & Wellbeing
Below is a listing of various organisations that can provide services relating to Wellbeing & Mental Health.
If any of the details below require updating or amending, let us know
Please be aware that the organisations listed on this page are provided for information purposes only, and are not endorsed or recommended by STLS. You should always ensure that any service, activity or therapy that you are considering for your child / young person is appropriate to their needs.
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Childline0800 1111 (24 hours) |
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BEATBeat works with those who have an eating disorder and those supporting them. They offer a helpline, training, downloadable resources and up-to-date information and support. |
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NSPCC |
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Samaritans116 123 (24 hours) |
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Kent Resilience Hub |
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Kooth StudentFree Counselling Service for young people aged 10 to 16 for up to an hour a week 1:1 text based chat. |
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The Mix0808 808 4994 |
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Young Mindstext YM to 85258 |
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Smiling MindFree mindfulness information app for teens |
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HeadspaceA new free section in the app in response to the coronavirus, called 'weathering the storm' |
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Calm HarmA free app to help teenagers manage self-harm |
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Mee TwoRegulated, confidential app for teenagers to safely, discuss their worries |
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CalmFor meditation and sleep |
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F.E.A.S.THelp, resources and information aimed at parents on eating disorders |
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MindSupport for adults and parents experiencing mental health problems0300 123 3393 |
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RelateRelationship support for everyone |
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Think You KnowOnline safety advice for parents |
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Young MindsHelp and resources for parents on a wide range of mental health issues0808 802 5544 |
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Big White Wall (BWW) is a multi-award winning digital mental health and wellbeing service, offering safe, anonymous online support available 24/7.It offers a range of therapeutic pathways, including peer and professional support and creative self-expression. There is also a range of evidence-based online courses, tips and clinical tests on topics including managing anxiety, positive thinking, smoking cessation, and weight management. Counsellors are always online to moderate the service and provide further support. In some areas, BWW delivers face-to-face therapy online, via its own experienced therapists or with NHS clinicians. |
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An online wellbeing hub at www.kent.gov.uk/wellbeing which provides self-help advice and links to local support services to help people’s mental wellbeing during the ongoing Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic crisis. This is regularly being updated to provide additional support. |
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A new text service for children, young people and adults needing immediate mental health supportThis service can be accessed by texting the word “Kent” to 85258. This is a 24/7 text service provided by SHOUT and the Crisis Text Line as part of the Kent and Medway Release the Pressure campaign. |
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'Sewing for the NHS Tonbridge Collective' offer a provision of free reusable gowns, masks and other PPE for use by staff or volunteers, including schools.Contact Belinda Goodwin for more info.
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