Mental Health & Wellbeing
Self-help & Resources

At Selby High School, we aim to provide a range of opportunities for students to seek support from members of staff and from their peers through the Wellbeing Ambassadors. However, we are aware that for some individuals seeking support in school is still difficult.

This page is designed to help everyone find external resources and support to address any concerns that they have. It is not a comprehensive list, but includes organisations and people that we believe can help. If you have any other organisations that you think we have missed please let us know at school and we will provide the additional links.

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Support Services

	At Selby High School Designated Safeguarding Lead, Mr Matthew Sinclair Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, Mr Tom Sergeant Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, Mrs Hannah Harrison Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, Mr Joe Williams Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, Mrs Kathryn Whitaker Safeguarding Officer, Miss Sarah Langridge
	Kooth Free, safe and anonymous online support for young people
	Compass Phoenix Tel: 0800 008 7452 Compass Phoenix aims to improve the mental heath and wellbeing of children and young people aged 5-18 (25 with SEND) in schools across North Yorkshire. Text: 07520 631168 Buzz Us is a text messaging service for young people aged 11-18 who live in North Yorkshire.
	Childline 0800 1111 Free 24-hour helpline for children and young people in the UK. Childline App
	mind.org.uk Information line: 0300 123 3393 Mental Health Charity
	The Mix 0800 808 4994 Free information and support for under 25s in the UK. Get advice about sex, relationships, drugs, mental health, money & jobs. Chat about any issue on the moderated discussion boards and live chat room.
	NSPCC Helpline: 0800 800 5000 help@nspcc.org.uk Specialises in child protection and the prevention of cruelty to children.
	Papyrus Helpline: 0800 068 41 41 Charity for the prevention of young suicide, offering confidential support and awareness training.
	Samaritans Call 116 123 for free, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. jo@samaritans.org Emotional support for anyone feeling down, experiencing distress or struggling to cope.
	Young Minds 020 7089 5050 (general enquiries) 0808 802 5544 (parents helpline, for any adult with concerns about the mental health of a child or young person) National charity committed to improving the mental health of all babies, children and young people. Provides information for both parents and young people.

Compass Phoenix: Wellbeing services

Virtual Sessions & Courses for Parents, Children & Young People

Where to access local support

Healthy Child Team: 01609 780780

The 5-19 Healthy Child Service is a progressive universal programme which includes universal services appropriate for all children and young people, and additional services for those with specific needs and risk factors. The 5-19 Healthy Child Service works in community settings to deliver universal and targeted interventions designed to meet public health outcomes and ensure the emotional and physical health and wellbeing of families, children and young people across North Yorkshire are met.The 5-19 Healthy Child Service is the first point of contact for schools when there are concerns about a child’s health and wellbeing. Professionals can refer families to the service by completing the “Referral to Children and Family Service” form or by calling the Customer Resolution Centre single point of contact on 01609 780780. Parents, carers and young people themselves can access the service for support and information by calling the Customer Resolution Centre single point of contact on 01609 780780.

Compass Phoenix: 0800 008 7452

Compass Phoenix is an innovative specialist service that helps young people who are engaged in risk taking behaviour to make sustainable lifestyle changes to improve their long-term health, resilience and emotional wellbeing. Compass Phoenix provides the full range of specialist interventions required by young people who have been screened as having moderate or high levels of need with regard to their substance misuse and/or sexual health.

Compass Phoenix Young people aged from nine to 19 (and up to 25 for those with special educational needs or disabilities) across North Yorkshire affected by substance misuse, poor sexual health and issues relating to emotional wellbeing and mental health, can access free help, advice and practical support at Compass Phoenix. Support usually takes place in school or in a place that suits you.

Tel: 01904 661916 Freephone: 0800 008 7452 Email: phoenix@compass-uk.org
Website: North Yorkshire Compass Phoenix

CAMHS

Community child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS).Single Point of Access (SPA): 01904 615345. 7 days a week, 10am-10pm

CAMHS Crisis Team

Tel: 0800 051 6171 (24 hours, 7 days a week).

Parenting and Family Support- Family Lives
(formerly Parentline Plus)

Helpline: 0808 800 2222
familylives.org.uk
Support to anyone parenting a child.

Wellbeing in Mind Team

Resources

Having good mental health helps us relax more, achieve more and enjoy our lives more. There are simple things we can all do to look after our mental health and wellbeing. Take the quiz to get started today with a free plan, expert advice and practical tips.

Creating a self-care plan
Moving up to secondary school
Children's mental health in school
Healthy coping strategies
NHS: Worried about your teenager?
Steps to Wellbeing
The Honest Guys - guided meditations
Wellbeing Apps
Anna Freud: Apps delivering self-help strategies
The Go-To: For healthy minds in North Yorkshire
Self Care
Calm Zone
Book onto a programme for:
Managing challenging behaviour in Teens
Tips & hints on Parenting a Teenager
Risk taking behaviour
Online Parenting Courses

Anxieties

Advice on Anxiety
Low Mood - How to Increase Your Self-Esteem
Young Minds: Anxiety

COVID-19

Depression

A place where people understand and talk openly about depression, where young people know how to maintain wellbeing, and where the most appropriate treatment is available to everyone who needs it.

Drugs, Alcohol and Smoking Support

Talk to Frank

Provides confidential advice and information about drugs, including legal highs and advice for young people & parents
Helpline: 0300 123 6600 (24 hours)
SMS: 82111
Email: frank@talktofrank.com
Webchat (14:00-16:00)

NY Rise: Drug & alcohol support service for young people

Exam Stress

LGBTQ+

Healthy Child Team drop-in service every Tuesday lunchtime in MR3

Mrs Hunter, Year 8 Manager is the LGBT Champion in school

Family and individual support for teenagers and children with gender identity issues.

Stonewall is a lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender rights charity there to support those who can’t yet be themselves.

Stonewall Youth want to empower all young people, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, to campaign for equality and fair treatment for LGBTQ people, and against discrimination.

A life saving and life enhancing organisation that helps young people empower themselves to make a positive change for themselves and their communities.

One of the oldest and largest sexual health organisations in the country offering services to various communities including LGBT young people and adults.