External Advice and Support
A free and confidential service dedicated for children and young people up to the age of 19. ChildLine also offers online confidential live one-to-one chat. Helpline: 0800 1111.
KOOTH
Free, safe and anonymous online counselling support for young people
Mind A national mental health charity that provides comprehensive information and support on all mental illness. Helpline: 0300 123 3393.
YoungMindsProvides information and advice on child mental health issues. Offers a helpline specifically for parents: 0808 802 5544 (Monday - Friday, 9:30am - 4pm).
The Child Anxiety Network Thorough and up-to-date information about child anxiety.
Papyrus A suicide prevention charity that provides confidential helpline support and advice to young people struggling with thoughts of suicide, and anyone worried about a young person, HOPELINEUK: 0800 068 4141.
HarmlessProvides a range of support, advice and advocacy services to people affected by self- harm.
Essex SEND IASS provides free, confidential and impartial information, advice and support about Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) for children and young people (0-25), parents and carers.
Alternative provisions, flexi-schooling, medical referrals, suspensions and exclusions.
Southend, Essex and Thurrock Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (SET CAMHS)
