Crisis Support

Clear Spaces Counselling is not a crisis service.

If you, your child, or a young person you care about is in immediate danger or needs urgent mental health or safeguarding support, please contact one of the services below.

These organisations offer 24/7 help and are trained to respond to emergencies, serious risk, or safeguarding concerns.

Emergency and Safeguarding Contacts

Service Who it’s for Contact Notes
NSPCC Helpline Adults worried about a child 0808 800 5000
nspcc.org.uk 		Free advice and support for parents, carers, and professionals. Can refer to Children’s Services.
Samaritans Anyone in emotional crisis 116 123
samaritans.org 		Available 24/7. For anyone feeling overwhelmed or in distress.
Shout Anyone needing urgent mental health support Text SHOUT to 85258
giveusashout.org 		Free, confidential text support service. Available 24/7.
Emergency Services Anyone in immediate danger 999 For serious risk, harm, or danger to life.

Mental Health Crisis Support

If a child or young person is experiencing a mental health crisis, you can:

  • Contact your GP for an urgent appointment

  • Visit your local A&E if they are at risk of harming themselves

  • Call NHS 111 for guidance on accessing emergency mental health services

If You Are Unsure What to Do

If you are worried about a child’s safety but do not know who to contact:

  • Call the NSPCC Helpline for guidance

  • Reach out to your local Children’s Services or Early Help team

  • Speak to your child’s school or GP for coordinated support

How Clear Spaces Counselling Can Help?

We offer scheduled, non-emergency therapeutic support for children, young people, and families. If you are looking for counselling, emotional literacy tools, or guidance for a child’s wellbeing, we are here to help.

Please remember that we cannot provide urgent crisis intervention.

A safe space begins here.