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If you're worried that your child is self-harming but they aren't talking to you about it or showing visible injuries, it can be difficult to know what's going on.

Ways that young people self-harm

Some ways that young people self-harm include:

cutting themselves

scratching skin with fingernails

burning skin

biting skin

hitting themselves, or banging their head or another part of their body on a wall

pulling hair out from their head, eyebrows or eyelashes

inserting objects into their body

Things to look out for

If you are worried your child may be self-harming, here are some things to look out for:

unexplained cuts, burns, bite marks, bruises or bald patches

keeping themselves covered, for example wearing long sleeves or trousers even during hot weather, not wanting to change clothes around others or avoiding activities like swimming

bloody tissues in waste bins

seeming low or depressed, for example withdrawing from friends and family

blaming themselves for problems or expressing feelings of failure, uselessness or hopelessness

outbursts of anger or argumentativeness

Self-harm is usually a way of trying to manage very difficult feelings. People often self-harm when life feels hard to cope with - when lots of distressing feelings have built up and it's become overwhelming. In the moment, the sensation of self-harming and experiencing some physical pain can feel easier than feeling out of control emotionally.

If a young person is self-harming, it's often a sign that something in their life isn't quite right or has become too much to deal with. It can be understood as an important message about how a young person is feeling - one that needs to be noticed with care by the adults around them.

Some myths you might hear about self-harm can make it harder to talk about as a parent - including that it's a 'phase' young people go through, or that it's an attention-seeking behaviour.

While it might feel hard to understand sometimes from the outside, self-harm can be a way for a young person to:

manage, reduce or express very strong and upsetting emotions - such as hurt, sadness, anger, fear or feeling bad about themselves

relieve tension and pressure, or reduce feelings of panic and anxiety and temporarily feel calmer

experience a feeling of physical pain to distract from emotional pain

gain a sense of control over feelings or problems - for example, by feeling there's something they can do when things feel too much

stop feeling numb or 'zoned-out' - which can be a protection mechanism our bodies use when we're experiencing overwhelming feelings

However, while it often feels like self-harm brings some relief in the moment, this is only temporary. As feelings build up again, so does the urge to self-harm. As this cycle continues over time, a young person may start to feel ashamed, confused or frightened about the fact that they're self-harming - increasing the load they're carrying on top of what they're already going through. This can become a cycle that's really hard to break, and a habit that's hard to stop.

Helping your child in the short term

When the urge to self-harm does build in the moment, having a list of other things they can do straight away can also help your child to 'ride the wave of' their intense feelings without self-harming.

Remember that different things will work for different people, and that what helps will usually depend on the feelings your child is trying to manage. Some young people will want to do something soothing like wrapping themselves up in a comfy space, while others might want to do something very active to burn off the energy in their body.

Talk to your child about different strategies they could try, while also giving them space to find their own ways of coping and figure out what works for them. Strategies could include:

Making and using a self soothe box

Writing down how they're feeling in a journal

Writing down difficult feelings on pieces of paper and then ripping them up

Ripping up a magazine or newspaper

Hitting a soft cushion, pillow or bean bag

Listening to loud music

Having a shower

Doing some exercise

Going for a walk outside, or taking the dog for a walk

Focusing on their breathing - how it feels in their body to breathe in and out

Wrapping up in a blanket or duvet

Talking to someone - a friend, family member or calling a helpline

Tidying or organising something

Doing a hobby they enjoy that helps them feel calm, such as painting, drawing, colouring-in, watching a favourite TV programme, playing video games, cooking or baking

Your child might want to use an app like Calm Harm so they have something on their phone that suggests different techniques they can try when they feel the urge to self-harm.

Helping your child over the longer term

Over the longer-term, becoming more aware of how they feel when they self-harm, what's making them feel this way and what kinds of things help, will empower your child to feel more in control. This will hopefully reduce the sense of being overwhelmed and the feeling that they need to self-harm. You can find more tips about this below.

It might help to start a conversation while walking outside or doing an activity, which can help your child to feel more relaxed and make it feel less like a 'big chat'. It can also help both of you to be in a neutral space, for example not in their bedroom. You can find our activity ideas for starting a conversation in our guide to talking to your child about mental health.

While you may understandably have lots of questions, it's important to remember your child is going through a tough time and may find this overwhelming. Focus on finding out how they're doing, without bombarding them for information.

Remember that your child may feel ashamed about self-harming and find it difficult to talk about. Let them come to you when they feel ready to talk, and reassure them that they can talk to you as often and for as long as they need to.

If your child is struggling to talk, they might find it easier to text you or write you a letter. This also gives you time to process what they've told you and think about how you'd like to respond.

When your child does open up, try to focus on listening, showing empathy and being curious about what it's like for them, rather than trying to 'fix' things straightaway. Sometimes they will just want you to listen and understand how they are feeling.

What kinds of thoughts are they having, and how do they feel in their bodies? For example, they might start to feel more zoned-out, or like they're full of panic. This can help them to recognise what feelings they're trying to cope with, and what they can do instead to express and manage these.

Keeping a mood diary might help them to understand this overtime - this could be as simple as a word, phrase or emoji that they note down each day.

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There are different places where you can find help for your child. Speaking to your GP is often a good place to start, as they can discuss your concerns, speak to your child to find out how they're doing and let you know what support options are available. Depending on your child's situation, they can also refer them for an assessment by a mental health specialist or to Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). You can speak to the GP yourself to explain the situation and ask for advice, even if your child doesn't want to talk to them.

Young people who are self-harming may find it particularly helpful to speak to a counsellor or therapist, who can help them to make sense of how they're feeling and work with them to find new ways of coping. Our guide to counselling services takes you through the process of finding a counsellor or therapist for your child.

You can find out more about speaking to GPs, finding a counsellor or therapist, accessing CAMHS, getting help from your child's school and finding local services on our guide to getting support from mental health services.

Trying to find the right help for your child and finding your way around different services can be really tiring at times - so keep reminding yourself that you're doing your best and that it's not easy.

Some young people who are self-harming will find it very difficult to speak to a professional, go to appointments or even acknowledge what's going on. If things are feeling stuck, you can call our Parents Helpline for information, advice and support.

Parents have found the following things helpful to keep in mind when seeking professional help:

If you're feeling under a lot of strain yourself, or that the situation is too much to manage as a parent, it's often a sign that more professional help is needed.

Try to speak to professionals early on, before things have escalated to a crisis situation.

Encourage your child to give themselves some time to get to know a professional and build trust, remembering that they might be starting from a very withdrawn place.

Ask if you can see the same professional each time, so that you and your child don't have to keep re-explaining the situation.

Be open minded about different types of treatment - remembering that what works for your child might not be the same as what would work for you.

It's important to take your child to hospital or to your GP if they have any injuries or wounds that require medical attention.

It can be helpful to understand as a parent that self-harm is often a coping mechanism to help someone manage, and isn't necessarily an expression of suicidal feelings or an attempt to take their own life. However, people who experience suicidal thoughts can be more likely to have self-harmed in the past. If you're worried that your child may be experiencing suicidal thoughts, read our guide to find out how you can access help.

If your child is having a mental health crisis and needs urgent help now, find out who to contact on our urgent help page.

If your child's life is at risk, or if it does not feel like they're safe, please call 999 for an ambulance or take them straight to A&E.

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Finding out that your child is self-harming can be an incredibly distressing, or even traumatic, experience as a parent. It's completely normal to struggle with feelings of anxiety, confusion, sadness, anger, frustration, guilt or shame.

Try to take time when you can to check in with yourself, and to think about ways you can take care of yourself as well as your child. Remember that it's okay to ask for help when you need it, and to share your worries with someone you trust.

Many parents who have been in this situation find it helpful to reach out to other parents so they can talk through how they have handled difficult situations and found support. You may also be able to find a local parent support group using the Charlie Waller Trust directory.

If you need more help, speaking to your GP is a good place to start, and they may be able to refer you to a local support service. Sometimes it helps just having someone there who can listen to what you're going through - and if you need someone to talk to, you can call the Samaritans anytime on 116 123.

Useful helplines and websites

While we take care to ensure that the organisations we signpost to provide high quality information and advice, we cannot take responsibility for any specific pieces of advice they may offer. We encourage parents and carers to always explore the website of a linked service or organisation to understand who they are and what support they offer before engaging with them.

This page was reviewed in July 2021. It was created with parents and carers with lived experience of supporting their child or young person with self-harm. We will next review the page in 2024. YoungMinds is a proud member of PIF TICK - the UK's quality mark for trusted health information.
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What is self-harm?
The term 'self-harm' usually refers to someone intentionally causing themselves harm. Self-harm is often a physical response to emotional pain and/or intolerable experiences. It can also include self-neglect and engaging in risk-taking behaviour. Self-harm has a function for every individual who self-harms and stopping is not always straightforward even when you want to. Whether you are someone who self-harms, or you care about someone who self-harms, the following information is intended to shed some light on, what can be, a highly stigmatised and complex subject.
What causes someone to self-harm?
For many young people self-harm is used as a coping mechanism. However, it's important to remember that everyone's reasons for self-harming are individual to them. Control, release, punishment, compulsion and expression are just a selection of reasons as to why someone may injure themselves. Sometimes, self-harm can also be a reaction to overwhelming life events that may feel unmanageable e.g. traumatic experiences in childhood such as abuse.
I am concerned about someone self-harming - what can I do?
In some situations there are clear signs that a young person is self-harming, at other times it can be harder to tell. If you think someone you care for is harming themselves, we encourage you to reach out to them. It's not always an easy conversation to have - but we recommend:

Asking sensitively and directly if they have been harming themselves

Managing your reactions and remaining calm

Exploring the reasons behind their self-harm

Listening to their explanation

Trying to understand what's happening from their point of view

Avoiding taking control of the situation

Encouraging them to seek support

I am someone who uses self-harm - what can I do?
The more you understand your own self harm, the more you can feel in control and hopefully less distressed. Understanding why you self-harm may help you talk about it with others too. There are steps you can take to ensure that you are safe and supported. Taking control of your self-harm can be really challenging - but we suggest:

Considering what self-harm does for you and the role of it in your life

Looking for patterns in your self-harm and keeping a diary

Exploring possible alternative coping mechanisms and distraction techniques

Caring for your injuries by accessing medical attention when needed and keeping a first-aid kit * Reaching out to someone you trust and talking things through

Getting some professional support in place by talking to your GP, a helpline or a young person's counselling service

Remembering that things can change for you - there is HOPE

Self-harm and suicide
Self-harm is a struggle often shared with our Suicide Prevention Advisers at HOPELINE247. More than half of people who die by suicide have a history of self-harm (NHS 2018).

Self-harm may, or may not, be a sign that someone is feeling suicidal - it is very important to ask and not make assumptions. If you are a young person having thoughts of suicide - or you are concerned about a young person who may be suicidal - you can call HOPELINE247 on 0800 068 41 41 for practical advice and support.
Myths and facts
Myth: Young people who self-harm are just looking for attention.

Fact: The phrase 'attention-seeking' dismisses the real reasons causing someone to injure themselves. Consider what's being communicated.

Myth: It's just a phase - they'll grow out of it.

Fact: Self-harm can affect any person at any age and is not something that only young people struggle with. There are many myths about self-injury. The best way to understand and support someone is to talk to them directly, being clear you are not judging them or trying to make decisions for them.
Further support Self Injury Support
Self Injury Support run a helpline (0808 800 8088) and text service (07537 432 444) 7pm - 10pm on Mondays and Thursdays.

There are also lots of resources and self-help links on the website: www.selfinjurysupport.org.uk
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Text: 88247

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They might start to refuse snacks or food during a session. Alternatively they may start always carrying food on them, or be eating throughout sessions.
Self-harming
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Supporting a Young Person Struggling with Anxiety

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Signs and symptoms of anxiety

Anxiety feels different for everyone. But if your child has been excessively anxious or worrying for a few months about different events or activities, it's worth reaching out for help.

Some young people may be anxious about certain things. For example, if you have an overwhelming fear of social situations, it is sometimes called social anxiety disorder (social phobia).

When a young child is feeling anxious, they might not be able to understand or put into words how they're feeling. Instead, they might:

Older children may experience physical, mental, or emotional symptoms such as:

feeling nervous, restless or "on edge" all the time

having lots of negative thoughts or believing that terrible things are going to happen

feeling tired and fatigued

difficulty concentrating

feeling grumpy and irritable

having difficulty sleeping

feeling lightheaded and dizzy

headaches or stomach aches

trembling or shaking

loss of appetite

withdrawing from friends and family

feeling disconnected from their mind, body, or the world around them

It can be difficult to know if there's something worrying a child. But you know your child better than anyone. If you are concerned, talk to them about how they're feeling and remind them that you're here to help.

What causes anxiety?

Everyone experiences anxiety differently, so it's not always easy to pinpoint a cause.

There are a lot of reasons why a child may feel anxious. But they may be more likely to feel anxious if they:

have experienced a lot of change in a short space of time, such as moving house or school

are around someone else, such as a parent, who is very anxious

struggle at school and feel overwhelmed by work and exams

have responsibilities beyond their age, for example, if they're a young carer

have gone through a distressing or traumatic experience, such as being bullied or being in a car accident or house fire

have experienced family conflict, abuse, or neglect

have experienced grief or bereavement

How to help a child with anxiety

There are lots of different strategies you can try with your child if they are struggling with anxiety or worry.

Every child is unique, and the techniques that will work for them may differ to other children. It's all about finding what works best for your child to better support them when they're feeling anxious. You can read more about strategies for coping with anxiety and worry here.

Treatment for anxiety in children

If your child's anxiety is impacting their day-to-day life, don't hesitate to get help. There are many different places you can get support. For instance, they could speak to:

Their GP - They can provide information, advice, and discuss therapy and medication if needed. They can also refer them to a mental health specialist or to Child and Adolescent Mental health Services (CAMHs), depending on your child's needs

School -If your child is struggling, it can sometimes help to speak with the school to let them know what's going on. However, make sure your child feels comfortable with this beforehand. As well as counselling, their school might be able to provide mental health support such as drop-in chat sessions or a peer buddy. Depending on your circumstances, they can also refer your child to CAMHS or other mental health services

A counsellor or therapist - Your child's GP or school may be able to refer them to a counsellor or therapist. They will be able to help your child better understand any difficult thoughts and feelings and teach them healthy ways to cope

Charity helplines - Sometimes it can help just to have a listening ear and a safe space where you can talk about what's troubling you. If your child is struggling and they don't know where to turn, they could contact helplines from charities such as The Mix, Childline, Samaritans, or Shout

What treatment your child is offered will depend on their age and the cause of their anxiety. It may include:
Therapy
Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) is one of the most common forms of talking therapy for anxiety. It's based on the idea that your thoughts, feelings, physical sensations, and actions are all connected.

It also teaches us that people can learn unhelpful thinking patterns, which can leave them feeling stuck in a negative loop, but that we can break free from them. By tuning into our feelings and noticing negative thinking patterns, CBT can teach us how to change things and deal with problems in a more positive way.

If a child is struggling with anxiety, they might also find counselling useful. Counselling is a type of talking therapy where a trained therapist will listen to you talk about any emotional problems you're facing and help you find better ways to cope.
Medication
In some cases, a doctor may be able to offer your child medication if they are severely struggling to cope with their anxiety and the strategies that they are actively putting in place from their talking therapies don't seem to be helping. However, there are a number of talking therapies that are recommended first.

Mental health support we offer

Supporting your child's mental health is an important part of parenting or caregiving.

We offer mental health services across the UK to help children, young people and families who are dealing with anxiety, such as:

cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)

one-to-one and group counselling

school-based programmes that teach young people about emotional wellbeing and mental health.

Some support you may be able to access yourself, on behalf of the child in your care. This is called a self-referral. Other times, a GP, teacher, or social worker will need to request this support for your child.

Remember, supporting other people's mental health can feel challenging. Go easy on yourself and make sure to reach out for support if you need it too. You can find further support for parents and carers here.

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You can talk about anything that is worrying you like relationships, families, drugs, pregnancy, sexuality, stress, bullying, feeling low, depression or anything else.

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Counselling is about helping you make sense of your thoughts and feelings. We can help you look at difficulties and problems that you may be experiencing and work through any concerns. Counselling may help you feel better about your life and help you cope with future problems you may experience.

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We have a 24 hour answer phone where you can leave a message; we will respond to you within four working days.

The Team Administrator is available Tuesdays and Fridays 9am to 12 noon for referral queries.

Appointments are available Monday to Friday 8:30am to 6:30pm (some online/virtual appointments maybe available up to 8pm).

Service Manager: Kerry Pilbeam

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We offer counselling to those aged between 12 and 24 who are living, working or studying within West Surrey and North East Hampshire. You can talk about anything that is worrying you like relationships, families, drugs, pregnancy, sexuality, stress, bullying, feeling low, depression or anything else.

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If you or your teen is struggling with anxiety and you would like advice or help, the following websites include emotional and wellbeing information and support. Some also offer 1-2-1 chat or counselling services to children and young people, their parents, carers and families.

If you feel that you or your teen may be in a crisis, please see our separate information for more specific support.

Chat Health

Provided by Children and Family Health Surrey, this is a Surrey-wide text messaging service for anyone aged 11-19 at secondary school looking for confidential advice on issues such as bullying, emotional health and wellbeing, or sexual health. Users are connected to a member of the school nursing team who aims to respond to texts within one working day.

Childline

A free, confidential service for anyone under 19 in the UK where you can talk about anything, anytime. You can contact them via email, telephone or a 1-2-1 online chat. Please note that the night-time service is often busy and sessions may only last up to 15 minutes.

Children and Family Health Surrey

A Surrey-wide NHS community health service for children and young people from birth up to 19 years of age and their parents and carers. Their Advice Line provides support on all aspect of child health, development and parenting.

Family Lives

Previously known as Parentline, this is a website offering emotional support, information, advice and guidance on any aspect of parenting and family life. There is also a confidential and free helpline, live online chat and community forums for families in England and Wales.

Mind

Provides advice and support to empower those experiencing a mental health problem. They also campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding. The Infoline provides an information and signposting service. The Legal line provides legal information and general advice on mental-health related law. The website has some practical resources for helping to cope in a crisis.

Infoline

Tel: 0300 123 3393

Available: Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm (excluding bank holidays)

Email: info@mind.org.uk

Text: 86463

Post: Mind Infoline, PO Box 75225, London, E15 9FS

Legal line

Mindworks Surrey - Youth Counselling Service (Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust)

This is a free and confidential counselling service for young people aged 12-24 who live in West Surrey and North East Hampshire. They offer 6-12 sessions with a trained counsellor where you can talk about anything that is concerning you.

MYH - Muslim Youth Helpline

Offers faith- and culturally-sensitive support services for young muslims. You can contact them using the free and confidential helpline, and also through email, online chat and WhatsApp. The service uses male and female volunteers trained in basic counselling skills to respond to client enquiries without judgment. Calls are taken from people of all ages and backgrounds.

The Mix

A website providing advice, information and support for young people aged 11-25. There are discussion boards and support groups on a wide range of topics. You can contact them via the free helpline, email, crisis messenger, or 1-2-1 chat.

Tel: 0808 808 4994

Available: Monday to Friday, 4pm-11pm

Crisis messenger: text 'THEMIX' to 85258 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

Website: www.themix.org.uk

YoungMinds

A mental health charity with lots of useful tips and advice to help support young people. It also partners with SHOUT 85258 to provide free 24/7 text support for young people experiencing a mental health crisis. There is also a free Parents Helpline and Webchat for detailed advice, emotional support and signposting about a child or young person up to the age of 25.

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Teenage Anxiety Support Groups in Surrey | The Lucy Rayner Foundation

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Teenage support groups in Surrey. Mental health support for teens. Contact The Lucy Rayner Foundation.

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CYP Haven - safe space for children and young people aged 10 to 18 - Surrey County Council

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Support in Surrey

Mindworks Surrey is Surrey's main emotional wellbeing and mental health service for children and young people

Groups and one-to-one support

Videos, resource and helpful information, for example what to expect and support while waiting

Self-care tips

Advice on who to talk to when you are struggling

You may find it helpful to create a My Safety Plan if you find yourself struggling or feeling distressed with your thoughts and feelings. It may help to print it off and look through it with your family, carers, and friends, who you would like to be aware of, and a part of, your plan.

The New Leaf service supports and provides assessment and intervention for children and young people who are in care, care leavers, adopted and/or under Special Guardianship Orders who are affected by developmental trauma and attachment difficulties. The service offers support to unaccompanied asylum seeking children (UASC) in the above mentioned categories, and support and monitor funding agreements for children and young people in care who are placed outside of Surrey so they can access local services.

Mary Frances Trust has various support for adults over 16 including coffee mornings, peer support groups, financial wellbeing advice.

Childline - Call: 0800 111. Childline provides free and confidential counselling for children and young people who want to talk about anything that's worrying them. Support is available by phone or online chat, 24/7, for immediate listening and advice.

Kooth offers free, safe and anonymous online support for young people. It's ideal for those who prefer digital help, with access to qualified counsellors, self-help tools, and moderated community forums.

Children and Young People (CYP) Haven - the CYP Haven is a safe space for children and young people aged 10 to 18 to talk about worries and mental health in a confidential, friendly and supportive environment. The CYP Haven have locations in Epsom, Redhill , Shepperton and Ash. The support line is open Monday to Friday, 3.30pm to 7.30pm, and Sunday 1pm to 4pm (excluding bank holidays) - call 01483 519436.

Crisis support

Mindworks Surrey crisis line is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 0800 915 4644.

For parents/carers who need urgent advice for a child or young person

For professionals who need urgent advice for a child or young person

For children and young people aged 6 and older who are worried about themselves or worried about a friend

Text support is available for people who are deaf or hard of hearing: 07860 022 879.

For more information on other helpful contacts, please see the Mindworks webpage for crisis support.

Worried about suicide or serious harm?

If a young person is at immediate risk or if you have concerns about them going to a high risk location call 999.

If you are worried about a child or young person who is self-harming or talking about suicide refer to Surrey Children's Single Point of Access (C-SPA) or Surrey Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH):

Under 18s - C-SPA Call: 0300 470 9100 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm). Out of hours: 01483 517898. Email: cspa@surreycc.gov.uk

18 to 25 year olds - MASH Call: 0300 470 9100 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm). Out of hours: 01483 517898. Email: ascmash@surreycc.gov.uk

The Stay Alive app is a free app with safety plans, crisis tools and advice to help prevent suicide and keep people safe.

Information for parents and carers

Mindworks has a dedicated section for parents and carers with details of support and how to request support

The Mindworks advice, information and resources webpage has information on various challenges that can impact a child or young person's emotional wellbeing and mental health as well as self-help advice and guidance

Mindworks has information about groups available to parents and carers in Surrey

You may find it helpful to create a My Safety Plan with your child or young person if they find themselves struggling with their thoughts and feelings

Family Voice Surrey is a parent carer forum for families of children and young people with additional needs

Home-Start are an organisation with expert staff and trained volunteers who work alongside families to give non-judgmental, compassionate and confidential support on a range of different areas.

Young Minds Parents Helpline, open Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4.00pm. Phone number: 0808 802 5544 (free for mobiles and landlines).Confidential support for parents/carers of children and young people under 25. For any concern, even a gut feeling. Examples: changes in mood, school stress, or gaming/online habits

For parents and carers of children with additional needs and/or disabilities

The Learners' Single Point of Access (L-SPA) offers help and support if you have a concern about the development and/or learning needs of a child in Surrey. The phone line is open from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, all year round (except Bank Holidays) on 0300 200 1015

Mindworks has a free out-of-hours helpline for parents and carers with children and young people who have a suspected, or diagnosed, neurodevelopmental needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The helpline is open between 5pm to 11pm everyday on 0300 222 5755.

Additional needs and/or disabilities (AN&D) support

Participation groups

Surrey Youth Voice aims to bring about positive change in the services that are available to people aged 8 to 25. Surrey Youth Voice is run in partnership with young people in Surrey and the User Voice and Participation Team (part of Surrey County Council) and has a range of different participation groups

Amplify Mindworks is a Shadow Leadership Board for Mindworks Surrey, representing the voices of children and young people to make sure that the services are working for you

ATLAS are a network of children and young people with additional needs and disabilities living in Surrey. Together they share our experiences and give feedback to bring about change to the services we use

Family Voice Surrey are a parent carer forum for families of children and young people with additional needs.

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Children and young people's emotional wellbeing and mental health

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Support for your emotional wellbeing and mental health needs with self-help resources, online help and details on where to get more help if you need it.

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8-Week Anxiety Management Group For Young People - Surrey Healthcare Clinic

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Family Voice Surrey's vision is clear: cultivate a diverse and inclusive society where parent carers feel valued and listened to and all children and young adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are supported to reach their full potential.

We provide independent guidance to parent carers of children and young people with additional needs aged 0-25 in Surrey, shining a light on the challenges that SEND families regularly face.

Together we're stronger; together, we can make a difference.

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Family Voice Surrey's vision is clear: cultivate a diverse and inclusive society where parent carers feel valued and listened to and all children and young adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are supported to reach their full potential.

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Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance (EBSNA) - Surrey County Council

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Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance (EBSNA) refers to children who are unable to attend school. Support for EBSNA is available.

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We work with professionals to improve the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people. Learn about our training, services, research and more.

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Young people Archives - Centre for Mental Health

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We take the lead in challenging policies, systems and society, so that everyone can have better mental health

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We work with young people, parents and carers, schools, colleges, universities and employers.

All our work is based on sound evidence. It gives people the confidence and skills to look after their mental health.

Charlie sits at the heart of our story, our vision and our purpose.

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Charlie Waller Trust, mental health charity

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We understand mental health. Our aim is to educate young people, & those with responsibility for them, about their mental health & wellbeing. The Charlie Waller Trust was created by the Waller family in 1997 in response to the loss of their son and brother Charlie to suicide having suffered from depression.

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This section contains information for children and young people, and parents and carers, about mental health.

It is written by psychiatrists and children and young people working together. We hope you find it useful.

We believe everyone needs to make informed decisions about their health, and aim to produce information which is evidence-based, accessible and up to date.

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Young people's mental health | Royal College of Psychiatrists

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This page contains information for young people, parents and carers, about young people's mental health.

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YoungMinds | Mental Health Charity For Children And Young People

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YoungMinds are a mental health charity for children, young people and their parents, making sure all young people can get the mental health support they need.

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SEND Reforms- Proposed Government Changes

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SEND Reforms- Proposed Government Changes

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Surrey Local Offer - Surrey County Council

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Welcome to the home page of the Surrey Local Offer website, information about services and support for children and young people with additional needs and disabilities.

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Guide to Understanding the Signs & Diagnosis of Autism in Children

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Autism presents uniquely in every child, shaping the way they experience and interact with the world. Some little ones may exhibit noticeable traits early on, while for others, differences might emerge gradually as they grow and navigate new social and learning environments.

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Understanding ADHD Assessments for Children: What Parents Need to Know

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Trust Psicon’s expert team for comprehensive child ADHD assessments. We differentiate ADHD from other conditions with precision. Schedule your visit today.

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Discover the signs of adult neurodivergence and how professional assessment can help you thrive. Get expert support & guidance from a leading UK specialist.

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The UK Children's Charity

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The NSPCC is the UK’s leading children’s charity, preventing abuse and helping those affected to recover. Help us be here for children. Please donate now.

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Young carers (under 18) | Action for Carers

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Support for young carers from Action for Carers Surrey

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What is a young carer?

If you're under 18 years old and look after someone who has a long-term illness, disability, mental health condition, or drug or alcohol problem, then you're a young carer.

You might be doing things like making meals or washing clothes. Or maybe you help your mum get washed and dressed in the morning. You may be looking after other children or perhaps your brother or sister is the person in your family needing extra care. Young carers very often provide emotional support as well.

Sometimes doing all this might make you feel lonely, but it's important to remember you're not alone - there are an estimated 14,000 young carers in Surrey.

There is also a lot of support out there for you to help you manage all the things you have going on.

Where can I find help if I need it?

Surrey Young Carers supports young carers in lots of different ways. They can give you someone to talk to and run loads of events to help you have some fun away from caring. They also have lots of opportunities to speak to other young carers who might have similar experiences to you

It's important to let your GP know that you are looking after someone. They can help with all sorts of things like offering you appointments to suit your timetable and free flu jabs.

Speak to someone you trust at school - Once they understand your situation they will be better able to support you with things like homework or course work or time out of school. Lots of schools also have young carer's clubs that you might like to join.

Get a carer's assessment. This is a way to tell the council about the care you give to make sure you're getting the right help for you and your family. For further information contact Children's Services.

Young Adult Carers

Carers aged 18 to 24 are known as "Young Adult Carers" if this is you, you can also get support from Action for Carers Surrey. Action for Carers Surrey will help you plan some of your next steps in life and support you as you think about college, or university and moving into adulthood.

You can be offered a carers assessment which is available to all carers over the age of 18.

For support for over 18s please contact the Action for Carers Surrey enquiry desk:

Young carers strategy

Here you can find out more about the Surrey Joint Strategy for Young Carers. This is the plan for how Surrey will work to support you as a young carer. It has been put together by people from Surrey County Council and the NHS. There has also been a lot of input from young carers to make sure you're getting your voices heard.

Files available to download

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If you're a young carer or a young adult carer in Surrey, find out about all the support that's out there for you to help you with your caring role.

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Hart & Rushmoor Young Carers – Hart Voluntary Action

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Hampshire Young Carers Alliance, Petersfield

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Helping teenagers take charge of their own mental wellbeing Promoting mental wellbeing in teenagers The Green Hub Project for Teens is a local community charity serving residents of Godalming, Milford and Witley, along with the broader Waverley and Surrey areas. We support teenagers and

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Eikon is an award-winning charity that has been working in local Surrey communities for over two decades. We provide long-term support to some of the county's most vulnerable young people. Our vision is to develop happy, thriving and resilient young adults who make a positive contribution to society.

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The Eikon Charity - Children's Charity for Surrey

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Eikon is an award-winning charity that has been working in local Surrey communities for over two decades. We provide long-term support to some of the county's most vulnerable young people. Our vision is to develop happy, thriving and resilient young adults who make a positive contribution to society.

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LGBTQ+ support for young people | The Eikon Charity

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LGBTQ+ support for young people in the form of friendly, confidential support to young people who identify as LGBTQ+ in Surrey & their families.

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MATRIX – Youth Support Charity | Guildford

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The Matrix Trust exists to catalyse change for young people and help them make the most of their lives

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LGBT+ Guide for Parents by Just Like Us explains how all parents can be allies and has advice on what to do if your child comes out.

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Gender refers to the way in which a person feels and thinks about themselves, and the way they dress, speak or move. This can be different to the 'sex' they were given at birth.

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Welcome to Brightest Stars We provide bereavement support to children and their families in Surrey, Berkshire and Hampshire. At Brightest Stars, we provide bereavement support for children and their families following the loss of a loved one. Our services include funding of counselling, play therapy, and face-to-face support. Our aim is to help children and […]

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Information and support available regarding grief and bereavement and support available in Surrey and nationally

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Support for autistic girls and their families

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Support for autistic girls and their families

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Appeer. Connecting autistic girls and women.

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Calm Harm is an award-winning app funded by teenage mental health charity stem4, to help manage the urge to self-harm. It was developed by Clinical Psychologist Dr. Nihara Krause MBE, in collaboration with young people and uses principles from an evidence-based psychological treatment called Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).

The urge to self-harm is like a wave. It feels the most powerful when you start wanting to do it.

Learn to ride the wave with the Calm Harm app by choosing activities from these categories:
, , Express Yourself , , and .

There is also a breathing exercise to help you be mindful and stay in the moment, regulate difficult emotions, and reduce tension.

When you ride the wave, the urge to self-harm will fade.

The Calm Harm app provides some immediate activities and techniques to help you break the cycle of self-harm behaviour and explore underlying trigger factors; the app supports you in building a 'safety net' of helpful thoughts, behaviours, and access to supportive people, as well as providing the opportunity to journal and self-reflect. The Calm Harm app also signposts to help.

The app is private, anonymous, and safe.

Please note that the Calm Harm app is not a substitute for the assessment and individualised treatment by a health or mental health professional.

Our app is for young people over the age of 13.

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Support for GCSE exams

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Freemantles Training for Parents and Carers

Cygnet Training for Surrey parents

From Spring 2024 we are coordinating the delivery of Cygnet courses for Surrey parents. This is a 6 week parent support programme for parents and carers of children and young people, aged 5-18, who are autistic. Click there to find out more

Being the parent of an autistic child

A course of parents, carers and family members

]Presented by: Justin Price, Executive Headteacher, Freemantles School

Summer 2025:

6-8pm 24/04/25

Advocating for children growing up in a neurotypical world

6-8pm 01/05/25

Working proactively in partnership with schools

6-8pm 08/05/25

Belonging; a parent's role in promoting this in school and in life

Sessions are held in the Secondary and FE Building at Freemantles School, Smarts Heath Road, Mayford, Surrey, GU22 0AN
The cost is £10. To book, visit https://www.trybooking.co.uk/BNMA

Being the Dad of an autistic child

Presented by: Justin Price, Executive Headteacher, Freemantles School

As a part of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion drive we have designed this course specifically for Dads and Male relatives that want to learn, as we want to be inclusive and we have identified that:

Dads often miss out on other training being offered as Mums are so keen to go.

Dads often open up less if attending with their partners

Previous feedback on specific Dads training has been hugely positive

The Understanding Autism course will cover the same content and will be open to all.
Spring 2025:

6-8pm 13/03/25

Advocating for children growing up in a neurotypical world

6-8pm 20/03/25

Working proactively in partnership with schools

6-8pm 27/03/25

Belonging; a parent's role in promoting this in school and in life

Sessions are held in the Secondary and FE Building at Freemantles School, Smarts Heath Road, Mayford, Surrey, GU22 0AN
The cost is £10. To book, visit https://www.trybooking.co.uk/BNLZ

Social Understanding
Why do children and young people with autism struggle to negotiate the social world and what can we do to support them? Summer 2-day course:
Wednesdays 23 rd and 30 th April 2025

A look into the issues around context blindness faced by many of our young people and the social context teaching which is needed to help this.

A training package designed to enable staff and parents to use Comic Strip Conversations effectively to support social understanding.

The full Social Stories™ accredited training package, delivered on behalf of Carol Gray by members of the Freemantles Social Stories Satellite School. Social Stories are a social learning tool that supports the safe and meaningful exchange of information between parents, professionals, and people with autism of all ages.

This training is intended for parents or professionals working with young people with autism. The cost for professionals is £210. The cost for parents is £50.
Lunch will be provided on both days.

Sessions are held in the Secondary and FE Building at
To book, visit https://www.trybooking.co.uk/BGPZ
Freemantles School, Smarts Heath Road, Mayford, Surrey, GU22 0AN

Teenlife

The Teen life programme is a National Autistic Society affiliated course to support young teens aged between 10-18. Each session looks at aspects of teenage life, showing you what you can do to help.

Session 1: Understanding Autism, The hidden presentation of autism in women and girls, Autistic perspectives.

Session 2: What is self-esteem, communication, Spending time with other people.

Session 3: Stress and anxiety, Understanding behaviour.

Session 4: Understanding your diagnosis, Understanding intense interests, Managing expectations.

Session 5: Puberty, Independent skills (including keeping safe)

Session 6: Education, Planning for the future.

There is a small fee of £50 for each family. This is to cover all literacy, workbook, shared information and handouts.

This is a programme that is strongly recommended for all family, friends and professionals involved in the teenagers life.

We will be running three programmes this year;

The first programme will run from Wednesday the 18 th of September 2024 and will run for 7 weeks. This will be held in the secondary building at Freemantles school. Starting at 9.30 am and finishing at 12.

The second program will run on-line via Teams. This will start on Wednesday the 15 th of January 2025 and run for 9 weeks. The sessions will run from 9.30 am-12.

The third program will run from the 30 th April 2025 and will run for 7 weeks The sessions will be held in the evening from 6-8pm.

teenlife leaflet a4.pdf

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AOFS aims to increase understanding of autism and support Surrey Schools to become more ND inclusive, through training, resources and referrals for individuals

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Helping Your Teen Through Exam Stress: What Parents & Carers Need to Know 🧾

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Anxiety can pop-up differently for everyone, and for some, it can show up the moment they wake up.

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Award-Winning Digital Mental Health Support For Young People | The Sandbox

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Rachel de Souza promotes and protects the rights of children, especially the most vulnerable, and stands up for their views and interests.