Relate Teen

"Mum and Dad were splitting up, all they did was argue and fight all the time. They didn't seem to notice me, or how I was feeling. No-one had any time to listen to me"

If this could be you, then maybe we can help. RelateTeen counselling provides the time and space for you to explore and understand what you are going through.

You may be feeling angry, sad, confused, guilty, 'caught in the middle' or in absolute turmoil. You may feel like screaming. You might have had to bottle it all up inside. You may feel alone and frightened. If you are in a new family and are finding it a hard to cope with all the changes, we are here for you.

HOW CAN WE HELP?

What can really help at this time is to have someone to talk to. Someone who will listen, someone who is there for you but not involved in the way family and friends are. And available in a safe place, either at school or at our main office.

Our counsellors are friendly, helpful and experienced in a whole range of difficult situations people face with their personal and family relationships. We recognise you need support and will help you to feel heard, to express your feelings, to make sense of what is happening and to accept things may never be the same again.

HOW TO CONTACT US?

Just ring us on 01522 524922 and ask for the RelateTeen Service. Appointments are usually available at our office on Monday's and Tuesday's between 4.30pm and 6.30pm. Other times may be available, please ask the receptionist when you ring.

Each meeting with your counsellor will normally last between half an hour to an hour. It will be in a quiet, private room and no-one else will be able to hear what you say. Whatever you say will be treated in the strictest confidence, unless someone's personal safety is at risk.

UNDER 16'S

You can come to see a counsellor for the first appointment on your own if you want to, but if you would like to come for regular counselling sessions, then an adult who is legally responsible for you will need to know you are coming to see us. The adult should accompany you, but will not go into the counselling with you, unless that is what you want. They will also need to be there to collect you at the end of the session to make sure you get home safely. If your parent / guardian decides this is not necessary, your counsellor must be told.

If you have to miss a meeting at any time, do please let us know. You can ring and leave a message at the office.

COST

You will not have to pay anything for coming to RelateTeen

RelateTeen is supported by Lloyds TSB Foundation. To find out more, please use the feedback form or see the making an appointment page for telephone numbers.