Help
16 to 18
During the coronavirus outbreak, services on offer to young people are still there but they are likely to be different to normal. Use this page to help you find support, but make sure you check directly with the service about opening times and appointments.
Need help now
If you’re in crisis or at breaking point, there are support services you can talk to.
Urgent help
MindMate SPA
Leeds MindMate SPA (Single Point of Access) works with local services to find the right support for children and young people who have a Leeds GP. Up to your 18th birthday you (or your parent) can contact the SPA to ask for help.
Refer yourself through SPA Call 03005550324
MindMate Support Team
Offering early emotional wellbeing support for young people up to 19 years old in education settings across Leeds.
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Teen Connect
Teen Connect is a freephone helpline for Leeds based, 11-18 year olds who are in crisis.
OPEN: Mon-Fri 3.30pm–2.00am, Sat-Sun 6.00pm–2.00am
Call, go online for support or send a text 0771 566 1559 .
Teen Connect Call 0808 800 1212
The Market Place
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Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service
Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service provide mental health support and a range of therapies to help people who are struggling with anxiety and depression.
AGE: 17+
Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service
Kooth
Kooth is an online counselling and emotional well-being platform open to young people in Leeds.
AGE: 10-18
Kooth
Young Black Minds
Young Black Minds is a Leeds Mind service in partnership with Black Health Initiative, open to male-identifying Black individuals, aged 16 to 30, who live in Leeds.
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Mediation Service
Leeds Young People’s Mediation Service (Gipsil, The Beck)aims to improve the relationship between parent/ carers and their young person. Available to young people aged 10-18 and their families.
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Safe Zone
Crisis support. Support is currently offered over the phone
Call 0113 8198189
OPEN: Monday, Thursday and Sundays 6pm – 9pm
AGE: 11-17
Safe Zone
CAMHS Crisis Call Helpline
Leeds CAMHS Crisis Call is a helpline for Leeds based under 18s who want to talk about their mental health. We also welcome calls from concerned families and professionals seeking advice for young people.
Call 0800 953 0505. We are open between 8am and 8pm 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
More about CAMHS
Calm Harm
The Calm Harm app has been customised for young people in Leeds to help you resist or manage the urge to self-harm
Calm Harm
Dial House
Support in a crisis
Currently offering support over the phone and video calls due to Covid-19
Call 0113 2609328 or text/ signal 07922249452 for a referral
OPEN: 6pm – 2am Mon, Weds, Fri, Sat, Sun
AGE: 16+
Find out moreHelplines and other support
Chat Health
Text Chat Health 07520619750 for confidential health advice.
You will receive real time advice between 8.30am – 4.30pm Mon- Fri.
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Doc Ready
If you decide to visit your GP, the ‘Doc Ready’ app (and website) can help you prepare for your appointment.
(Privacy info: Doc Ready doesn’t store anything that they or anyone else can link to you. We recommend you read the full privacy info)
Doc Ready
YoungMinds
Young Minds is committed to improving the wellbeing and mental health of young people. Visit their website for information, advice and support for young people affected by mental health.
Visit YoungMinds
HopeLine UK
HOPELineUK is a specialist telephone service and suicide prevention charity, staffed by trained professionals who give non-judgemental support, practical advice and information to young people who are worried about how they are feeling.
Hopeline UK Call 08000684141
Thinking of going private?
This leaflet provides information about how to arrange non-NHS, private assessment, treatment or therapy for yourself, a relative or a friend, if you wish to do this.
PDF about private therapy
Drugs and alcohol
Forward Leeds is an alcohol and drug service for young people Leeds. They offer a range of confidential services and are open from 9am-5pm Monday to Friday.
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Well Bean 'hope in a crisis' cafe
A safe space open to all experiencing crisis.
OPEN: Every evening 6pm – 12am. Ring or text 07760173476
AGE: 16+
Well bean cafe
Support for young parents
Are you a young parent or soon to be a young parent? If you’re expecting a baby and are struggling with your emotional wellbeing there is support out there.
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Our Way Leeds
OWL offers homelessness prevention services, advice, support and housing to young people, aged 16-25, across Leeds.
Can find a safe place to stay in a crisis, with 24/7 support.
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The Mix
Offers free information and support for young people in the UK. You can use this service to get advice about relationships, drugs, and mental health.
The Mix Call 08088084994