Mental Health
Welcome to the Mental Health Category, a compassionate haven offering diverse support in North Tyneside. Our resources cover a spectrum of mental health concerns, addressing the challenges and complexities that people may face. Whether you're seeking guidance on wellbeing, coping strategies for stress and anxiety, or support for a loved one with dementia, our category is designed to provide understanding and assistance.
In this space, we prioritise inclusivity, aiming to foster connections and community for those dealing with loneliness and isolation. The category extends support not only for specific mental health issues such as depression, self-harm, or eating disorders but also focuses on overall mental recovery and wellbeing. Additionally, we offer information and assistance for learning disabilities and autism challenges, emphasising understanding and inclusivity.
Connect with our supportive community and discover a wealth of resources aimed at promoting mental health awareness and providing valuable support for your unique well-being journey.
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Self-Harm, Abuse, Bullying, Suicide
Services
SomeOne Cares
One to One specialised counselling support for survivors of Childhood sexual abuse, rape and sexual assault. One to One counselling support for those effected by Domestic abuse, emotional abuse and physical abuse. One to One counselling support for those supporting a survivor of abuse ISVA Service Wellbeing Sessions >
Free, life-saving therapy for suicidal men in the North East.
James' Place offers free, face-to-face therapy from trained, professional therapists at their centre in Newcastle. Men can self-refer or be referred by a professional including those working in health and community services, or by a friend or family member. Visit jamesplace.org.uk for more information. >
Children and Young People's Support and Preventative Work
The Children and Young People's Support Workers carry out one to one sessions with young people in the community and within schools where counselling is not appropriate or where a different approach will benefit the young person. The focus of this work is safety and healthy relationships, and various fun activities are provided to support the youn… >
Children and Young People Counselling and Play Therapy
We offer children and young people aged 4-18 who live in North Tyneside an opportunity to share with us any difficulties or problems they are having due to experiences of domestic or sexual abuse. Some like to talk about their feelings and experiences, while others like to use drawing, paint, clay, toys and games to let us know how they feel. At A… >
Helping Hands
Helping Hands is a partnership between Phoenix detached youth project and Connexions, North Tyneside. The groups provide support to young people regarding their mental health and emotional well being and is for young people aged 12- 25 years from across North Tyneside. We currently run 5 groups which meet on a fortnightly basis. Young people need … >
A Time 2 Talk - Listening Service
Our Listening Service gives an individual, with a life-long condition, the opportunity to talk to a trained counsellor in confidence, whilst being supported by a family member or friend that they have chosen. The individual can talk frankly about their fears and aspirations for the future in a trusting, confidential and honest environment. This se… >