Helping your child with mental health problems

If you have concerns about how your child or young person is feeling or behaving, that's okay, you are not alone.

You may be looking for advice about finding mental health support for them. Or you want to understand what’s happening and support you to take the next step.

If your child or young person has special educational needs, you may get extra help from your school or college. See how they can help you.

Support for you

Here are some great websites that can help you.

NHS Mental Wellbeing Hub

Find self-help tools, resources and guides to support your child or young person's mental health on the NHS Mental Wellbeing Hub.

Young Minds Parent Helpline

The Young Minds Parent Helpline is available on the phone or online. Trained advisors will be able to support you and talk with you through any concerns you have.

Kent Family Hubs

Kent Family Hubs can point you to the right mental health support services for you. Or you can learn more about different situations in family life like raising a child alone or separating from a partner

Mind

Visit Mind to view useful tips and guides in supporting your child's mental health. Including how to start the conversation about their mental health and  looking after yourself too.