What mental health services are available to young people in Bury
The local Pennine Care Trust has a mental health support team which helps those aged 5-18 with mild or moderate mental health issues.[1] They can help with issues such as anxiety and low mood. They work with a variety of primary schools and high schools across Bury. Check the website for a full list, and if your school is listed you can contact them to make a referral.
The team work with another service called Early Break, which offers wellbeing services to young people aged 5-25.[2] Also, their RISE scheme offers a free emotional wellbeing drop-in service for those aged 5-17 registered with a GP in Bury.[3] You can find dates and more information about drop ins here.[4] You can also call them on 01617233880 or email them at info@earlybreak.co.uk
Bury CAMHS can also help young people struggling with their mental health.[5] They can help with issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders and more. You can ask your GP to refer you.
If you are over 16, there is also Talking Therapies.[6] They offer help for a range of conditions including anxiety, depression and panic attacks. They can also offer emotional support if you are living with a long term health condition. You can complete a referral form yourself on the website.
[6] https://www.penninecare.nhs.uk/burytalk
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Bury CAMHS (child and adolescent mental health service)
CAMHS offer specialist services to children and young people who are experiencing mental health difficulties.
They help children and young people up to the age of 18 years, and provide assessments, intervention and support to their families/carers.
CAMHS can help with: Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Psychosis, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Emotional dysregulation, Self-harm, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), Autism & more complex psychological difficulties.
Referral methods: GP or professionals who work with children and young people.
Child & Family Service, Fairfield General Hospital, Rochdale Old Road, Bury BL9 7TD
Digital support
Kooth and Qwell
These services provide free, safe and anonymous online mental health support whenever you need it. There are no waiting lists for support and no referral needed. Access to these platforms is available instantly 24/7.
Support available includes: Live chat or messaging with qualified mental health professionals, self help tools and activities & online community.
Find out more about Kooth and Qwell
- SilverCloud – an online therapy programme for adults proven to help with stress, anxiety, low-mood and depression.
- SilverCloud parent and carer programmes: Supporting an Anxious Child (for parents and carers of children aged 5 to 11) and Supporting and Anxious Teen (for parents and carers of teenagers aged 12 to 18)
