Support and Advice for Children and Young People

Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing

Kooth
Free, anonymous support online.
Use this if you're feeling low, anxious or stressed and want to talk to someone privately. You can message trained counsellors, read helpful articles, or join community chats with other young people. No waiting lists.
Visit Kooth

Shout 85258
Text support in a crisis, 24/7.
Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258 any time, day or night, if you’re feeling overwhelmed or need help fast. A trained volunteer will text you back and help you work through what’s going on.
Visit Shout

CAMHS Live
Chat live with NHS mental health staff.
Got questions about mental health or not sure where to go? This online chat lets you speak to someone from CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) who can explain your options.
Visit CAMHS Live

Keep Your Head
Mental health advice, services, and self-help tools for young people and families.
Visit Keep Your Head

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Mental Health Support Team
Find out who you might speak to in schools and what support is available.
Visit the Team

YoungMinds – Autism and Mental Health
Helpful advice for autistic young people and their mental health.
Visit YoungMinds

Autism and Accessibility Support

Breaking Barriers to Healthcare – Autism Bedfordshire
Videos to help you prepare for health appointments.
If you're autistic or have a learning disability, these videos show what to expect from GP visits, blood tests and other health checks. Great if you’re feeling unsure or nervous.
Visit Breaking Barriers

Grief and Bereavement

Talk Grief
Support for teenagers and young adults dealing with grief or loss. Share your story or connect with others.
Visit Talk Grief

Sleep and Routine

Teen Sleep Hub
Find out how to sleep better.
Sleep is important for your mood and focus. This website explains why sleep matters, how routines affect it, and what you can try if you're struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep.
Visit Teen Sleep Hub

Being a Young Carer

Young Carers Support App
Support if you look after someone at home.
If you help care for a parent, sibling, or relative, this app connects you with advice and local services to make sure you're supported too.
Visit Caring Together

Sexual Health and Relationships

Brook
All about relationships, bodies and wellbeing.
Find answers to questions about sex, gender, consent, contraception and more. Brook is a safe space with non-judgemental information you can trust.
Visit Brook

LGBTQ+ Support

The Kite Trust
Support for LGBTQ+ young people.
If you're exploring your gender identity or sexuality, or just want to talk to someone who understands, The Kite Trust offers groups, one-to-one help, and fun events in your area.
Visit The Kite Trust

Eating Disorders and Recovery

First Steps ED
Support and recovery resources for people affected by eating disorders.
Visit First Steps ED

Beat Eating Disorders
Information, helplines, and peer support for anyone struggling with an eating disorder.
Visit Beat

Suicide Prevention

PAPYRUS – HOPELINE247
Help for anyone thinking about suicide.
You can call, text or email if you're having thoughts of suicide or are worried about someone else. The team is trained to help you feel safer and get the support you need. Free, confidential suicide prevention support for under-35s. Call 0800 068 4141.
Visit PAPYRUS

Other Support and Services

CPFT NHS Trust
Information for carers and local mental health and community services.
Visit CPFT

Healthy You
Help to stay physically healthy – from eating better to quitting smoking.
Visit Healthy You

The Mix
Advice on anything life throws at you.
From friendships and money to housing and school stress — The Mix offers honest answers and live chat with people who get what it’s like to be young today.
Visit The Mix

H.A.Y. Cambridgeshire & Peterborough
H.A.Y. stands for “How Are You?” — this site helps you find local support for your mental health and wellbeing, as well as fun activities, events, and groups in your area. Great if you're looking for ways to feel better, stay connected, or just try something new.
Visit H.A.Y. Cambs & Pboro

Need Urgent Help?

If you or someone you know is in crisis or feeling unsafe, please don’t wait — help is available right now.

• Call 999 if you are in immediate danger or need emergency medical help.
• Call Childline on 0800 1111
  Free, confidential helpline for children and young people. You can talk about anything that’s worrying you.
• Text SHOUT to 85258
  A free, 24/7 confidential text service for anyone struggling with their mental health. A trained volunteer will support you by text.
• Call the Samaritans on 116 123
  Open 24 hours, 365 days a year. A listening ear whenever you need it.
• Call PAPYRUS HOPELINE247 on 0800 068 4141
  Confidential support for young people under 35 thinking about suicide or concerned about someone else.
• Visit your nearest Accident & Emergency (A&E) department if you need urgent medical attention.

Remember, you are not alone — there are people ready to help you, no matter what you’re going through.