Information on mental health for children and young people, brought to you by East Riding of Yorkshire Council public health in collaboration with partner services.
The Young Healthy Minds Directory is a downloadable resource for emotional and mental health support available for children, young people and families in the East Riding.
The Healthy Minds team is here to support you to find a service that suits your needs. If you are unsure which of the services explained on this page may be right for you, please email the team on healthyminds@eastriding.gov.uk.
This service is for young people under 18 who are in crisis, experiencing emotional distress and are struggling to cope.
The crisis team operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Call (01482) 259400.
Read more about what crisis means on the Humber Recovery College website.
Shout is a free, confidential 24/7 text messaging service provided by trained volunteers for anyone in the UK who is struggling to cope and needs to talk.
Text: 85258
Childline is a free, confidential 24/7 service to support anyone under 19 in the UK with any issue they’re going through.
Call: 0800 1111
Or use the link below for email and 1-2-1 counsellor chat.
Confidential text messaging service for people aged 11-19 in the East Riding for support with any health issues, including mental health. Available weekdays 9am - 4:30pm (not bank holidays). Texts are usually answered within one working day (standard network charges apply).
Text: 07507 332891
Helpline, peer support groups, counselling support and more.
Call: (01482) 240133
Text: 07520 633447
Call/Text: available weekdays, 9am - 5pm, standard network charges apply.
Freephone: 0800 138 0990 (24/7).
A supportive environment including groups and activities for young people to promote mental wellness and provide help for anyone experiencing psychological distress, emotional challenges and/or suicidal thoughts.
Friendly, safe community for young people aged 11-18 in Hull and the East Riding. Join to explore creative and empowering ways to improve your wellbeing through virtual and face-to-face sessions.
Supporting young people aged 11-25 with a wide range of needs, including those who are neurodiverse and/or part of the LGBTQ+ community. Please note: only available to young people with an HU postcode.
Online community supporting young people with issues including mental health, school and university, relationships, money and employment. Ways to talk include support groups, counselling and discussion boards.
Lollipop supports LGBT+ young people in the East Riding, meeting every other Wednesday, 6pm - 8pm in Beverley.
Call: (01482) 392200
Email: lollipop@eastriding.gov.uk.
A hub for all young LGBTQ+ people thinking about their next steps in life. Includes support with coming out, knowing your rights, mental health and more.
A platform supporting young people to have a voice in shaping local services and communities.
Explore the 'Toolbox' on the Childline website for games to take your mind off things and tools to help you cope and feel better.
Practical tools to help you cope, to use right now, by yourself, wherever you are.
Handy NHS apps for your health, including the NHS app, Couch to 5K and other apps to support a healthier lifestyle.
Help and advice guides to support with feelings, coping with life, mental health conditions, medications and getting mental health support.
Resources to help you make informed choices about your mental health and wellbeing, including self-care, understanding mental health treatment options and referrals, and more.
Check out Reading Well and Shelf Help for Teens free from East Riding Libraries. A range of books to support healthy mental wellbeing, and understanding how our minds work. eBooks and eAudiobooks are also available with a free library membership.
Five steps you can take to improve your mental health and wellbeing. Trying these things could help you feel more positive and able to get the most out of life.
Guidance about mental health and accessing support for yourself and for others.
For more local support and helplines, visit Hull and East Yorkshire Mind.
Bite-size chats about everything mental wellbeing, from building self-esteem to guided bedtime meditation.
A little bit chaotic yet laid back… podcasts about things that might help you, including coping mechanisms and distractions.
The IMPACT service works together with other services to best support young people in the East Riding who need mental health support as well as using drugs or alcohol.
If you need help or advice about being bullied, the Anti-Bullying Alliance features helplines and websites offering information and support.
A website offering advice, information and guidance to those affected by low mood, depression and suicidal thinking.
SEED is a local support group for people of all ages with eating disorders including young people. SEED provides confidential independent and non-judgemental advice, support and resources.
Getting treatment can help you develop healthy, balanced eating patterns. It can also help you face and cope with any underlying issues. Mind offers information about different treatment and support options.
CAMHS Eating Disorder Service provides assessment, intervention and support for young people. You can refer yourself, or be referred by a parent, carer or professional.
Beat is a national eating disorder charity offering information and support online, by phone and through online peer support groups.
Get help with choices after receiving your exam results. Includes options to chat to a Careers Adviser online or by phone, and links to mental health support.
Blossom is a compassionate, non-judgmental service supporting children, young people, and adults who are self-harming or at risk of suicide, through a mix of 1-to-1 support, group sessions, therapeutic activities, and wellbeing-focused workshops.
Call: (01482) 251989 (10am – 6pm Monday to Saturday "Call Blossom")
Email: info@humberwellbeinghub.com.
The Anlaby Suite supports any child or young person up to the age of 18 who has experienced, or is worried they have experienced, rape or sexual abuse. The team offer health checks, infection screening and emotional support to help ensure your safety and wellbeing. Appointments are usually made by Children's Social Care (social worker) or the police.
A guide for young people on sleep and mental health, what causes poor sleep and how it might affect you, tips for improving sleep and where to get support.
A charity helping young people up to the age of 25 find their feet when their worlds are turned upside down by grief.
Free, confidential bereavement support for individuals, couples, children, young people, and families, by telephone, video or instant messenger in the UK.
From Cruse Bereavement Support, Hope Again is a safe place for young people to learn how to cope with grief and feel less alone.
Local forest activities and bereavement support to create a safe space in which children and young people can explore and express their grief. Sessions are in Wawne (HU17).
Specialist bereavement services for young people in Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire.
Why physical health matters
Tips and ideas for getting active to benefit your mental wellbeing.
Be active to boost your mood
Being active can help make us healthier and happier, triggering feel-good hormones that can improve mood and boost energy. Get started with apps such as Couch to 5K and Active 10.
Join in local activities
Active Communities runs various free school holiday activities and after school/twilight sports sessions for young people across the East Riding.
Resources and guidance for parents and carers to become informed and well-equipped to support their children and young people’s mental health.
Contact Point is the local single point of access service that manages children and young people’s emotional wellbeing and mental health referrals, which can be made by parents and carers.
Mental Health First Aid England offers paid online and face-to-face training courses for supporting young people’s mental health.
Our East Riding Children's Centres are a core part of the Family Help service and offer a wide range of support for children and young people aged 0-19 (25 with SEND) and their families.
It is normal that relationships sometimes involve conflict. This page includes helpful tips and resources about navigating conflict in family relationships and where to get support.
The MHST works with local schools to promote emotional well-being for children aged 5-18. They offer low-intensity evidence-based interventions and support for children and families with mild to moderate emotional and mental health needs.
The East Riding Educational Psychology Service (EPS) provides support to children, young people, families and schools to promote wellbeing and academic success.
The early intervention in psychosis team works with people aged between 14 and 65, who are experiencing their first episode of psychosis or might be at risk of developing psychosis.
Free wellbeing and confidence-building learning modules for East Riding parents, carers and teenagers, designed by NHS experts using the Solihull Approach.
Confidential text messaging service for parents and carers in East Riding about any aspect of your child’s health up to age 19. Available weekdays 9am - 4:30pm (not bank holidays). Texts are usually answered within one working day (standard network charges apply).
Text: 07312 277070.
The East Riding Safeguarding Children Partnership (ERSCP) provides information for professionals, families and young people on keeping children safe.
Services and support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), aged 25 or under.