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Here you will find links that can help you to help your friends get the support that they need.
Local Support
Young Somerset - Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
Young Somerset - Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
The largest youth and community support charity in Somerset, providing a range of bespoke services for young people and their families to suit the needs of the communities we operate in.
2BU Somerset
2BU Somerset
Youth support services for LGBTQ+ young people in Somerset | 2BU Somerset
Kooth
Kooth
Mindline Somerset
Mindline Somerset
If you need help with your mental health, you can contact us any time, day or night locally on 01823 276 892 or 0800 138 1692 or use the quick contact form.
Papyrus UK Suicide Prevention
Papyrus UK Suicide Prevention
PAPYRUS UK is a charity for the prevention of young suicide (under 35) in the UK | Call PAPYRUS HOPELINE247 on 0800 068 4141 Now
Shout
Shout
Feeling anxious, stressed, or need support? Shout is free, confidential and available 24/7. Text SHOUT to 85258 to start a conversation with a trained volunteer.
Somerset Children & Young People Health & Wellbeing
Somerset Children & Young People Health & Wellbeing
Healthy Somerset
Healthy Somerset
Healthy Somerset is here to help people to maintain their physical and mental health by focusing on wellbeing and a healthy lifestyle.
Somerset CAMHS - CAMHS
Somerset CAMHS - CAMHS
Every Mind Matters - NHS
Every Mind Matters - NHS
If you are feeling stressed, anxious, low or can't sleep, Every Mind Matters can help with expert advice, practical tips and personalised actions to help you.
Somerset Phoenix Project
Somerset Phoenix Project
National Support
Childline | Free counselling service for kids and young people | Childline
Childline | Free counselling service for kids and young people | Childline
Get help and advice about a wide range of issues, call us on 0800 1111, talk to a counsellor online, send Childline an email or post on the message boards.
The Mix
The Mix
The Mix is a UK-based charity that provides free, confidential support for young people under 25. Our website offers advice on mental health, relationships, housing, money, and more.
Rethink Young People's Toolkit
Rethink Young People's Toolkit
Young Minds
Young Minds
Samaritans
Samaritans
Samaritans works to make sure there’s always someone there for anyone who needs someone. Read more.
Youth Wellbeing Directory
Youth Wellbeing Directory
Apps
Calm Harm App
Calm Harm App
Calm Harm is a free app to help teenagers manage the urge to self-harm. Available on Google Play & App Store.
distrACT - Apps on Google Play
distrACT - Apps on Google Play
Easy, quick and discreet access to health information and advice on self-harm.
distrACT App - App Store
distrACT App - App Store
Download distrACT by Expert Self Care Ltd on the App Store. See screenshots, ratings and reviews, user tips and more games like distrACT.
Headspace
Headspace
The top-rated app for meditation, mindfulness, and better sleep. Explore evidence-based exercises & relaxation content to improve your mental health.
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