This is part of a series of new mental health support pages - switch to other pages using the continue on this page; Page last updated Sep 23, 2024
orYou can self-refer to these services without seeing or speaking to a GP first. Click the image to go to the resource. = Recommended resource
SELF-HARM Click the image above to visit our page on help if at risk of self-harm
HELP IN A CRISIS Click the image above to visit our page on help if in a mental health crisis
You can self-refer to these services without seeing or speaking to a GP first. Click the image to go to the resource. = Recommended resource
MENTAL HEALTH HELPLINE Available 24/7 to any Derbyshire resident of any age - call 0800 028 0077
ASD/ADHD RESOURCES Click the image above to find resources for autistic spectrium disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
BRIDGE THE GAP Child mental health clinic, lots of help on emotional literacy, wellbeing and mental health, including free resources - call 01332 600827
DERBYSHIRE FAMILY HEALTH Hub for child health and wellbeing, includes text messaging service for parents and carers of 5-19 year olds - text 07312 263744 and for parents and carers of 0-5 year olds - 07507 327769
DYSLEXIA An approach to your child's school is required as this condition is not dealt with by medical services
DYSPRAXIA An approach to your child's school is required as this condition is not dealt with by medical services
FAMILY LIVES Provides targeted early intervention and crisis support to families - call 0808 800 2222
KOOTH Online judgement-free forum to get advice, help others and share your story, includes 1 to 1 support
NOT FINE IN SCHOOL Resource for the growing numbers of families with children experiencing school attendance barriers
PENGUIN ISLE APP Collect a variety of penguins by creating each of their own habitats and enjoy the waves with relaxing music
SAFESPEAK Counselling and other emotional health services to young people, run by Relate - call 01332 349177
SMILING MIND APP Versatile and practical mental fitness toolkit, designed for minds of all ages and stages and helping you learn the skills that promote mental wellbeing and create the habits to thrive
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