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Welcome To Truth Counselling...
Our research from 948 therapy clients indicates that the most difficult aspect of therapy, is finding the right counsellor.
Maybe we can help.
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Are you feeling low? Worried?
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The rehabilitation bungalow is a standalone facility situated in the grounds of Walkergate Park in Newcastle. It can be used for assessment and treatment in order to maximise the rehabilitation outcomes for service users and their families.
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Our aims are to:
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Provide a peer led, peer delivered education and support service where people can learn from each other’s insights, skills and lived experience.
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Nurture a community of warriors and survivors towards a sense of belonging and acceptance for who, what and how they are.
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Enable connection and friendship
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Provide opportunities that allow students to aspire to be their best selves.
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Our vision
Our vision is a world where children and families are supported effectively to build on their strengths and to achieve their goals in life
Our mission is to transform the experience of children, young people and their families with mental health. We do this by:
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NECS knows that sometimes parents and carers may be concerned about the emotional wellbeing of their children. Since our launch in 2006, we’ve experienced a steady increase in children accessing, and benefiting from, counselling. This has been even more so over the last 2 years as we move through the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Place2Be is a children’s mental health charity with over 25 years’ experience working with pupils, families and staff in UK schools.
We provide mental health support in schools through one-to-one and group counselling using tried and tested methods backed by research.
We also offer expert training and professional qualifications.
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Be kind to your mind
There are small things we can all do to help be kind to your mind, and these can make a big difference to how we feel.
Get expert advice and practical tips to help you look after your mental wellbeing and make them part of your daily routine.
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This May Help, is a new national initiative providing mental health advice to parents and carers. This May Help is aimed at parents and carers who may have concerns about their child’s mental health and is part funded by the Quality Improvement Taskforce for Children and Young People’s Mental Health, Learning Disability and Autism Inpatient Services.
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The Little Journey app has been designed by healthcare professionals, children and their parents for the sole purpose of improving how we provide medical information to families about hospital. It was created with the aim of reducing any anxiety you or your child may have, by familiarising you with what may happen and the team looking after you. Information is delivered to children and their parents based on the findings of research studies performed in the UK and abroad.
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Shout is the UK's first and only free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope.
We launched publicly in May 2019 and we’ve had more than 1.7 million conversations with people who are anxious, stressed, depressed, suicidal or overwhelmed and who need in-the-moment support.
As a digital service, Shout has become increasingly critical since Covid-19, being one of the few mental health support services able to operate as normal at this time.
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ANDYSMANCLUB are a men’s suicide prevention charity, offering free-to-attend peer-to-peer support groups across the United Kingdom and online. We want to end the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and help men through the power of conversation. #ITSOKAYTOTALK
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Signpost North East and North Cumbria is a community wellbeing and mental health hub which directs local people, to valuable services and resources.
We all know mental health and wellbeing is a vital part of all our lives that requires some looking after from time to time.
That’s why we’re here. To collect all the worthwhile resources and put them in one, easy to navigate website for all.
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Referral of Young Person (0-18 years old) Self-referral, referral by a parent, carer, G.P., school or relevant professional.
Single Point of Access (SPA)
The Single Point of Access (SPA) is for young people with a GP in in Newcastle and Gateshead requiring a mental health assessment or intervention.
Referrals will be reviewed and triaged so young people are referred to the right service at the right time for onward assessment and treatment or advice and guidance.
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We’re a non-profit, working on behalf of the NHS and local authorities. We’re dedicated to supporting people and communities across the country with their mental health. We’re here so no one has to struggle alone.
We’re here for people from all walks of life. We deliver a wide range of mental health services, from social prescribing and talking therapies – to nursing, supported housing, and specialist dementia care.
We work to understand the needs of every person and community we support, and offer care that is personalised, compassionate, and impactful.
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Kalmer Counselling are commissioned by Children and Young Peoples Service (CYPS) to provide counselling to children and young people with a learning disability or learning difficulty.
We also work with those who are awaiting a neurodevelopmental assessment.
Click here to download and read a copy of our flyer that explains the process.
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A weekly get together of making pies from scratch, good chat and the chance to meet new mates. Book at www.menspieclub. co.uk
Everyone Welcome
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We provide a safe and stimulating environment for children's learning and development. The setting implements the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and ensures all children have equal access and opportunity to actively learn and develop. Outdoor access is available all year round to extend experiences. We focus on the indivdual childs strengths and support and encourage further learning opportunities building on confidence and skills.
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We are a breakfast and after school club and we currently operate in term time
We have a homework club, reading club, arts and crafts activities and cookery class for our children to enjoy
Breakfast club 7.30 to 9.00 a.m or 8am until 8.45am
After school club 3.10 to 6pm
**7.30am breakfast club start must be by request
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Heaton Community Complex offer full day care places, a Playgroup, an Out of School Club with Holiday scheme and Crèche Facility.
We follow Early Years Foundation Stage led by children’s interests, access to a large attractive outdoor play area. We are part of Sure Start East and lead setting for South Heaton Children’s Centre.
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Cuba Kids Club offer a breakfast club for our pupils between 7.30am and 8.55am. They also offer after school childcare between 3.15pm (3.00pm on Fridays) until 5.45pm
During school holidays a holiday club will be provided at one fo the 3 schools in the local area that Cuba Kids Club work in.
Registration & Medical Form can be downloaded from the Useful Document section
Ofsted Registration No: EY467244
(for working tax credits)
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Clowning Around provides an Ofsted registered Breakfast, After School & Holiday Club at Ravenswood Play Centre for children who attend Ravenswood Primary School. We provide fun and affordable childcare delivered in a safe and supervised environment. Our qualified staff are DBS checked to an enhanced level, first aid qualified and are experienced in and passionate about the activities they offer.
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Children come to us for 1 hour 15 minute sessions twice a week, during which time they participate in interactive maths and literacy courses that are tailored to their needs and mapped to the National Curriculum. The centre acts as a positive, fun learning environment and concentrates on improving the child’s confidence and self esteem so that they can reach their full potential. Following this they can play with other children in ‘Surf Club’ with board games, interactive activities, arts and crafts, quizzes and challenges.
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Heaton Community Centre is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation 1161406. We offer full day care places, a Nursery, an Out of School Club with Holiday Play Scheme, Onsite and Offsite Crèche Services.
We follow Early Years Foundation Stage led by children’s interests and development. We are part of Sure Start East and link families into Sure Start services. We consult with parents and complete online learning journals to track progress. Healthy snacks are included in both our childcare services and our stay and play sessions.
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Little Acorns Out of School Club Ltd provide Breakfast & After School Club sessions for Children aged 4-11yrs of West Jesmond Primary School.
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