Support Websites & Helplines
Vital guidance for children and young people navigating mental health, bullying, and relationships.
Trusted support websites and helplines offer vital guidance for children and young people navigating challenges such as mental health, bullying, relationships, and more. This curated list provides easy access to organisations offering confidential help, advice, and practical support.
General Support
NSPCC
Provides support and resources for children who have experienced abuse and for adults concerned about a child’s safety.
Childline
A free, confidential helpline for children and young people under 19, available 24/7 for advice and support via phone, chat, or email.
The Mix
Support for young people under 25, offering advice through phone, webchat, and online resources.
Barnardo's See, Hear, Respond
Services supporting children and young people facing challenges due to life changes.
Mental Health Support
| CAMHS (NHS) | Specialist NHS services offering support for mental health issues, accessible via a GP referral. |
| YoungMinds | Charity providing mental health resources, advocacy, and support for children and parents. |
| Shout 85258 | Free, confidential text-messaging service for immediate mental health support. |
| Samaritans | 24/7 helpline offering emotional support to anyone in distress. |
| HappyMaps | Advice and resources on children’s mental health for parents and carers. |
| Voice Collective | Support for young people who hear voices, see visions, or experience unusual sensory perceptions. |
Drugs & Alcohol
FRANK
Confidential advice and information about drugs and their effects.
Helpline: 0300 123 6600
LGBTQ+ Support
Mermaids
Supporting transgender and non-binary youth. 0808 801 0400
Switchboard
LGBTQ+ support via phone (0300 330 0630), email, and webchat.
Other Specialist Support
| Stop Hate UK | 24-hour helpline for victims or witnesses of hate crimes. |
| Beat | Support for eating disorders. Youthline: 0808 801 0711 |
| Refuge | Domestic violence support. Helpline: 0808 2000 247 |
| Child Bereavement UK | Support for bereavement. Helpline: 0800 02 888 40 |
| Stop It Now! | Preventing child sexual abuse. Helpline: 0808 1000 900 |
Empowering Resilience
By accessing these trusted websites and helplines, children and young people can find the support they need to manage life’s challenges and feel heard. Encourage those in your care to seek help whenever needed.
Mark Else
My experience ranges from running playgroups for pre-schoolers to managing complex safeguarding caseloads within both mainstream and SEMH provisions. In addition to having worked within the education sector since 2018, I am currently studying for a Level 6 Youth Work degree.