Parent information and further support
We know that being a parent/carer comes with its challenges, particularly if your child is having their own difficulties with their mental health. You might notice that there has been a change in their mood or behaviour. You might be wondering what you can say or do to support them. You are not alone in this.
Here are our suggestions to help you manage and understand, learning how to guide and support your young person.
Mind
Mind – national resources to guide you to support for your young person and support for yourself
https://www.mind.org.uk/for-young-people/information-for-parents/
This May Help
This May Help – short advice films from well-known faces on topics such as school avoidance, self-harm, eating disorders and teenage safety
YoungMinds
YoungMinds – free and confidential parent helpline and chat service for those concerned about a young person’s mental health
Family Lives
Family Lives – free telephone helpline, email and live chat options for emotional support, information and guidance on any aspect of parenting and family life
Action for Children
Action for Children – free and confidential online chat support
https://parents.actionforchildren.org.uk/chat/?src=header_button
Every Mind Matters
Every Mind Matters – ideas for ways support for parents on looking after a young person who is having mental health difficulties
https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/supporting-others/childrens-mental-health/
The Charlie Waller Trust
The Charlie Waller Trust – resources and articles for parents on a range of topics relating to the mental health of children and young people https://www.charliewaller.org/parents-and-carers
Mind ED
Mind ED – online portal offering advice about children and young people’s mental health, created by experts and parents together
Training Academy
Our Training Academy website offers a number of interactive courses to help you learn how to manage your mental health and provide support for others.
Side by Side
Side by Side is a supportive online community where you can be yourself. We all know what it's like to struggle sometimes, but now there's a safe place to listen.
Connect with people who experience struggles at times
Counselling
Our highly qualified therapists have a range of specialities and approaches as we know it is not one size fits all.
Accreditations
