Mental health support
It’s important that we all look after ourselves, especially our mental health. If you need help, there’s plenty of support out there for you.
Local support
Kooth
Kooth offers free, safe and anonymous online support and counselling for young people aged 11-25 in Devon. No referrals are required, and there are no thresholds required to access the service.
Young Devon
Young Devon provide information, advice and counselling for children and young people over 11. If you need to talk to someone, please email wellbeingenquiries@youngdevon.org. Anyone already receiving support through Young Devon’s Wellbeing service should email yes.exeter@youngdevon.org or call 07935364652 and leave a message with your name and contact details.
ChatHealth
The ChatHealth text line allows young people aged 11-19 a place to talk completely confidentially with a school nurse about any worries or concerns they may have. Text 07520631722.
CAMHS
Devon’s Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) are offer telephone support. Please contact 03300 245 321 during normal hours (8am-5pm, Mon to Fri) or 0300 555 5000 outside these hours.
Other support and guidance
Young Minds have a range of help and advice about mental health for young people. There’s also a parent’s guide about how to support your child.
Childline offer a free counselling service online or over the phone.
Meanwhile, the NHS Every Mind Matters website allows you to make your own Mind Plan.
Apps
Or you could try one of the following apps:
- Clear Fear
- Combined Minds
- Calm
- Headspace
- Calm Harm
Discover more ways to support health and wellbeing.
Health for Teens
The Health for Teens website has lots of advice about general health, mental health, feelings, relationships and other helpful guidance, and it’s all tailored for young people in Devon.
Doink (Previously C-Card)
Doink is a free condom issuing scheme for anyone aged 13 to 24 living in Devon and Torbay. Membership of the Doink scheme allows you to get free condoms and lube from participating venues. If you’re under 16, you’ll need to have a quick chat with a worker before getting your first order to ensure that you’re safe. Once you’ve registered, someone will call you and ask a few questions. You can also do this sign up process with any of our participation workers. You can contact us, we’ll meet up with you and run through the process, then give you your order! Alternatively, if you’re over 16, you can order online.