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SAMH (Scottish Association for Mental Health) is a leading mental health charity in Scotland, providing support, resources, and advocacy for people affected by mental health challenges. They offer community-based services, workplace training, and campaigns to raise awareness and reduce stigma

https://www.samh.org.uk/

 

LGBT Youth Scotland is a leading charity dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ young people across Scotland. They provide safe spaces, youth groups, and one-to-one support to help young people feel confident, valued, and included.

https://lgbtyouth.org.uk/get-support/

Childline / NSPCC

Childline is a UK charity run by the NSPCC, offering free and confidential support to children and young people. Available 24/7, they provide counselling through phone, chat, and email, helping with issues like abuse, bullying, and mental health. Their trained counsellors ensure young people have a safe space to talk and get the support they need.

Anyone who has a concern about a child, can speak to a trained advisor at the NSPCC Helpline on 0808 8005000 or at help@nspcc.org.uk.

Children can speak to a Childline counsellor on 0800 1111 or at childline.org.uk.

 

Samaritans

Samaritans is a UK-wide charity that provides confidential emotional support to individuals who are experiencing distress, loneliness, or suicidal thoughts. Anyone can contact Samaritans FREE any time from any phone on 116 123, even a mobile without credit. This number won’t show up on your phone bill. Or you can email jo@samaritans.org or visit www.samaritans.org  

Offering a 24/7 helpline, Samaritans is there to listen, providing a safe space for people to talk through their feelings without judgment. The charity operates throughout England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, with local branches offering face-to-face support.

 

Alumina / Youth Scape

Alumina (part of Youth Scape) is a free, online 7 week course for young people struggling with self-harm. Each course has up to 14 young people, all accessing the sessions from their own phones, tablets or laptops across the UK. The courses take place on different evenings of the week and are run by friendly, trained counsellors and volunteer youth workers.

Email address: helloalumnia@youthscape.co.uk

 

Stop Hate Crime

Stop Hate UK is a charity dedicated to supporting victims of hate crime. They provide a 24/7 helpline, offering confidential advice, support, and reporting services for those affected by hate crime. The charity also works to raise awareness and challenge hate crime across communities in the UK.

0800 138 1625 info@stophate.org

 

Victim Support Scotland:

0800 160 1985

https://victimsupport.scot/

Victim Support Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing free and confidential support to people affected by crime in Scotland. They offer emotional support, practical assistance, and guidance through the justice system, helping victims, witnesses, and their families navigate the aftermath of crime.

 

B-eat

B-eat is a UK charity focused on supporting individuals affected by eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder. They provide a variety of services, such as helplines, online support, and resources for individuals, families, and professionals. They also work to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and advocate for improved treatment, care, and support for those living with eating disorders.

Scotland: 0808 801 0432

help@beateatingdisorders.org.uk

 

MiSP

The Mindfulness in Schools Project (MiSP) is a UK charity focused on bringing mindfulness practices into schools to improve the mental health and well-being of children and young people. They offer training programs for teachers and school staff, equipping them with the skills to deliver mindfulness-based practices to students. They aim to create a positive school culture by helping young people manage stress, improve focus, and build emotional resilience, ultimately supporting their academic and personal development

support@mindfulnessinschools.org