Here to Help

Here to help

Here to Help

Waiting lists are much better than PCMHT and they are there when adults need it most

Here to help

Platform For Life is a Chester-based charity providing free and confidential support services to individuals across different age groups, including children, teenagers, parents, carers, and professionals. Their services cover various aspects of mental health support, focusing on helping those from low-income backgrounds in the Blacon, Lache, and Kingsway areas.

For professionals, Platform For Life offers a referral pathway to provide their clients with emotional support through services like counselling, art therapy, play therapy, and group support, along with professional training and supervision.

Parents and carers can access tailored support for themselves or their children, including counselling and family support, designed to help manage emotional challenges, relationship difficulties, and practical needs.

Children under 12, as well as young people aged 13-17, can receive one-on-one counselling or therapy in a safe environment, either by self-referral or through a trusted adult. The charity offers a compassionate space to help young people address anxiety, school issues, relationships, and other mental health concerns.

Adults can also benefit from the support services offered, including counselling and group sessions aimed at fostering long-term healing and helping individuals cope with anxiety, depression, and other life challenges.

All services provided by Platform For Life are aimed at empowering individuals to better understand and cope with their mental health, with accessible and personalised support available as long as needed.

Professionals

Professionals working with children, young people, or families in Chester (Blacon, Lache, Kingsway areas) can refer clients for emotional and mental health support. Platform For Life offers free services like counselling, art therapy, play therapy, family support, and professional services such as reflective practice, training, and supervision.

Parents and Carers

Parents or carers who need support for themselves or their children can access free services including counselling, art therapy, play therapy, family support, and group sessions. The focus is on emotional well-being, providing a safe space to discuss various issues like anxiety, relationship difficulties, and more.

I am 12 years old or under

Children struggling with emotions, friendships, or family issues can access support through a trusted adult. Sessions are offered in a safe and friendly environment, and children can receive help with emotional challenges or relationship difficulties.

I am 13 to 17 years old

Teenagers can access free and confidential counselling or art therapy services to discuss issues like anxiety, family problems, bullying, or depression. They can self-refer or have an adult refer them. The support is personalized to help them make sense of their feelings and circumstances.

I am 18 years old or over

Adults struggling with mental health or difficult situations can access counselling, art therapy, and group support. The services focus on long-term healing, and adults can discuss a wide range of issues including anxiety, relationship problems, and depression in a confidential setting.

IN NEED OF URGENT HELP?

If you need urgent help or support outside of our working hours (Monday-Friday 9am-5pm), don’t struggle alone, please see the list of numbers below:

NHS – 111 or 999 – 24/7

Samaritans – 116 123 or 01244 377 999 –  24/7

CALM – 0800 58 58 58 – 5pm – midnight

National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK – 0800 689 5652 – 24/7

Cafe71 – 01244 393 139 – 10am – 10pm

CWP Healthwatch / MyMind (CYP) – 0800 145 6485 – 24/7

SHOUT (text service) – 85258 – 24/7

SANEline – 0300 304 7000 – 4pm – 10pm

The Martin Gallier Project Chester – 0151 644 0294 – Weekdays 9:30 – 4pm

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