Self-harm resources

Here are a number or organisations and helpline that can offer one-to-one support for you and your child.

• YoungMinds – Parent helpline to support young people
• Samaritans – 24 hour helpline – 116 123
• Mind – Helpline to support with mental health –  0300 123 3393
• National Self Harm Network – forums

It may be helpful for your child to talk through their worries with a trained counsellor from organisations that have experience dealing with issues around online grooming. There are a number of free services that can be accessed by phone, email and online chat.

• ChildLine – For any worries a child may have
• KOOTH.com – Online qualified counsellors for children
• The Mix – Support service for young people under 25
• Papyrus – Confidential advice for suicidal feelings
• Samaritans – 24 hour helpline – 116 123
• Ditch The Label – Online message boards for those aged 12-25

Here is a list of organisations where you can learn more about how to protect your child from self-harm.

• Harmless is a user led organisation that provides a range of services about self harm
• Healthtalk.org – Organisation provides videos of parents’ experiences of self-harm
• NSPCC – Information on understanding and dealing with self-harm.
• Mental health Foundation – The ‘Truth about Self-Harm’ for families

Should your child need support, counselling or mentoring to cope then these organisations may be able to provide advice and services.

• ChildLine – Counselling services for children
• Counselling Directory – A nationwide counselling directory service to find the one that’s right for your child’s needs
• Mental health Foundation – How to talk about mental health with your GP