Supporting Smiles (previously Point 1)
This is a service providing support for infants, children, and young people experiencing early signs of mental health and emotional problems. They have a lot of information on their website about seeking additional support. Referrals can be made directly by individuals.
Just One Norfolk
Children and Young People’s Health Services Norfolk. This website offers a range of resources and support. Services include text messaging services to access mental health professionals for support, parent support services, and online parenting courses.
MAP
Young people can access mental health advice, support, and counseling at MAP. This is free, confidential, and carried out by trained professionals. There are drop-in centers for young people to talk to a mental health advisor, as well as an online counseling service.
Kooth
Kooth is a fully accredited online youth counseling service with the British Association of Counseling and Psychotherapy (BACP). It aims to provide young people with a safe and welcoming space to explore their mental health needs.
National Autistic Society – Mental Health
This organization offers Autism-specific information and training courses about a number of different mental health difficulties. Topics include anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, and self-harm.
Beacon House
This article has been written for parents, carers, friends, and family of children who have experienced early loss, trauma, and attachment disruption. It explains the spectrum of challenges traumatised children face, known as ‘Developmental Trauma’, and shares ideas for how to help repair early trauma.
Starfish LD CAMHS and Starfish Plus
Starfish Learning Disability Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (Starfish LD CAMHS) offer assessments and interventions to children/young people who have a diagnosed learning disability where there are concerns about their mental health and/or distressed behavior.
