Youth Services

Mind in Somerset’s Young Person Service recognise that it isn’t always easy to talk about our emotional and mental wellbeing. Fear about what others may say, being laughed at or judged can often stop us, making us feel alone.

Mental wellbeing can be affected by all sorts of things – stress, exams, relationships, problems at home or school, bullying and the loss of someone close. Sometimes we don’t know why we feel the way we do – we just do

Unfortunately Youth Matters is currently unable to accept new referrals. We appreciate your understanding during this time. If you need information or advice around support for a young person, please call Mindline (available 24/7) on 01823 276892.

Children and Young Peoples Safe Space runs out of hours – Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday evenings online and at our Taunton or Yeovil Hub- to provide support to young people 13-18 who feel they are struggling with their mental health and are experiencing distress. Appointments will be 1-1 with trained staff in a therapeutic environment where de-escalation techniques and safety planning/healthy coping mechanisms can be introduced. Young people can book up to 4 Safe Space appointments across 2 months, in the following appointments we will be using a young person led, strengths-based approach to link in with the right level of support, at the right time.

To book an appointment please click here or ring Mindline on 01823 276892

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