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Difficult events and experiences can leave us in low spirits or cause depression. It could be relationship problems, when someone close to you dies, sleep problems, stress at work, bullying, chronic illness or pain. Sometimes it's possible to feel down without there being an obvious reason. Reference

See a range of supports and services that may help you.

Brave

BRAVE Online is a free, fun programme that helps kids and teens (ages 3–17) learn how to manage worries and feel less anxious. You go through 10 easy online sessions with cool activities that teach you how to relax, think positively, and handle tricky feelings. Plus, there’s friendly support from a therapist by email to help you along the way! And there’s help for parents too.

Web: www.brave-online.com/

Website Online National Free

Childline

Childline is a free, confidential service for children and young people under 19 in the UK. Whether you're feeling happy, sad, confused, or worried, you can talk to a trained counsellor anytime day or night by calling, chatting online, or sending an email. They can help with anything, from bullying and family problems to mental health and self-harm. You can also use tools like the Mood Journal, Calm Zone, and message boards to express yourself and find support.

Helpline number: 0800 11 11

Web: www.childline.org.uk

Helpline Online Telephone National Free

Crisis Counselling (Erskine Counselling)

Crisis Counselling offers free counselling therapy to children and young people in West Dunbartonshire aged 10 and over experiencing emotional and mental health difficulties. Referral through Education services.

Adults can self-refer with a cost for affordable mental health support. Support is available face-to-face or online to help with issues like anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Web: www.crisiscounselling.co.uk/

Services & somewhere to go School Referral Local Free

Lifelink

A confidential counselling service accessed through West Dunbartonshire secondary schools, where young people can chat to a counsellor to help manage personal and social issues which may be affecting their life.

Web: https://www.lifelink.org.uk/

Services & somewhere to go School Referral Local Free

Smiling Mind

A free, evidence‑based mindfulness and mental fitness app designed for children, teens and adults. Developed by psychologists, it offers over 700 guided meditations, activities and wellbeing programs to help with sleep, stress, focus, emotional regulation and resilience. The app includes tailored pathways for different age groups, routines to build healthy habits, and content available offline.

Web: www.smilingmind.com.au/smiling-mind-app

App Online Self referral International Free

Young Minds

For young people who are struggling or just need someone to turn to. Whether you’re feeling stressed, anxious, low or overwhelmed, it offers real advice, relatable stories and support to help you understand what’s going on and find ways to cope. It’s also a place where your voice matters – you can connect with others, share your experiences and be part of a movement making mental health better for young people everywhere.

Web: www.youngminds.org.uk/

Website Online National Free

Feeling Good Teens

Feeling Good offers Positive Mental Training audio programmes which can help you feel better, lift your mood and recover from stress, anxiety and depression by building resilience and developing positive feelings.

Web: https://www.feelinggood.app/teens-download/

App Online National Free

The Nook

The Nook is a welcoming, walk‑in mental health hub in Glasgow offering free, stigma‑free support, resources, wellbeing activities and therapeutic sessions for young people aged 10+, adults and families. No referral or appointment is needed.

Web: https://www.samh.org.uk/about-us/the-nook

Services & somewhere to go Self referral Local Free

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