Charities, Apps and Self Help
Immediate Support
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Childline
We are here for you, with online and telephone counselling available 24/7, for all under 19’s.
Call 0800 11 11 -
Mikey's Line
People struggle on a daily basis with a multitude of emotional and mental health difficulties, yet only a fraction of people feel able to talk about it.
We are here to help change that.
No matter what the issue, however big or small, we are here to listen and support you.
Text 07786 20 77 55 for support
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YoungMinds SHOUT
If you are a young person struggling to cope, text YM to 85258 for free, 24/7 support.
Whatever you are going through, if it matters to you, it matters to us.
General Resources
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CAMHS Resources
A central website containing a huge list of websites and resources.
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Scottish Association for Mental Health
Scotland’s mental health charity for over a century.
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Kooth
Free chat based counselling and moderated forum, only for young people.
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Young Minds
The UK’s biggest and best charity focusing just on young people’s mental health.
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Calmzone
Feeling overwhelmed? Come to the calm zone to find games and tools to help you relax.
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Mood Gym
Interactive online course, using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to combat problems in mood.
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MindShift
An app that teaches Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to tackle all kinds of anxiety.
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SafeSpot
An app just for young people, helping you develop a personalised coping plan.
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CALM Harm
App for Android and iOS, using CBT and more to help you fight the urge to self harm.
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Change, Loss and Bereavement Highland
Advice, guidance and support in times of beareavement and loss.
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Sleep Scotland
10 steps to better sleep for teens.
Paediatric Clinical Health
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Teapot Trust
Scotlands’s charity dedicated to children with chronic health conditions.
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HospiChill
An app to help guide you from two weeks before, all throughout and then after your hospital stay.
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SMS:CONNECT
A 6 week online programme to help you manage your health, for 9-17 year olds.
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Diabetes UK
From childhood to adulthood, providing helplines, resources, peer support and more.
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Young Lives vs. Cancer
Helping young people and thier families find the strength to face whatever cancer throws up.
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Versus Arthritis
UK’s largest charity, with loads of resources and information just for young people.
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Changing Faces
National charity for anybody with a visible difference in their face or body.
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Pain Concern Scotland
UK charity with a Scottish arm, providing support, resources and community.
Autism & Learning Disabilities
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The Pines
Highlands’s Neurodevelopmental Service provdes a hub for practicl support, advice and guidance, and lots of online resources.
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SHARE Scotland
Parent-led, providing practical, emotional and physical support, so you can live the life you want.
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MENCAP
Valuing and supporting people with a learning disability, their families and carers.
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Scottish Autism
With a dedicated children’s service, offering advice and education.
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National Autistic Society
Scottish branch of UK charity, providing advice and support on all parts of living with ASD.
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Scottish Learning Disability Observatory
Easy to read information on policy, research and practicalities.
Care Experienced Young People
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Who Cares Scotland
Supporting care experienced kids to claim thier rights, influence politics, and build belonging.
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BECOME
Our mission is help children in care and young care leavers to heal, grow and unleash their potential.
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Scottish Throughcare and Aftercare Forum
We provide advice and support, and a platform for your voice.
Eating Disorders
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BEAT UK
The UK’s ED charity. Personal stories, resources, peer support and much more.
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PEACE
Targeted support for people with eating disroders on the autistic spectrum.
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SupportED
Scotland’s community eating disorder charity, running support groups across the country.
Drugs & Alcohol
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FRANK
Honest, supportive, information and support about drugs.
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Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol & Drugs
Concerned about a loved one? 08080 10 10 11
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Alcohol Focus Scotland
Scotland’s alcohol charity, supporting individuals, families and communities.
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Hope UK
Helping young people develop the knowledge and skills they need to be drug free.
We understand that individuals seeking support and information may have varying needs and preferences. In an effort to provide comprehensive care, we may recommend external charities or organisations that specialise in particular areas of support. It's important to note that these organisations operate independently, and we do not have control over their services, policies, or practices. We encourage you to research and consider the services and resources they offer, and to reach out to them directly for more information.