All about CYPMHS

We are here to support you
ALL ABOUT CYPMHS
Our mental health services for children and young people are here to support you.
Parents and carers

Here to support the carers
Parents and carers
Here at NHFT we deliver a range of both mental and physical healthcare services for adults. From mental health services to sexual health, community nursing and therapy teams we are here to make a difference.
Professionals

Make a referral
Professionals
Professionals including medical professionals, social workers and teachers can make a referral to our service through our Referral Management Centre. You can also recieve traning through CYPMHS connect and recieve advice through our consultation line.
Young people services blog

Mental health, exam stress, school work, bullying, body image and feeling safe in the community, are the main concerns facing young people in Northamptonshire....

Young people have been praised as change-makers at a birthday bash to mark two years of their involvement in shaping local health and wellbeing services....

For the young people involved with NHFT’s Youth Advisory Board, co-production is about so much more than having their voices heard – it’s about growing their confidence and having fu...

An innovative 'befriending' scheme where volunteers make ‘check in calls’ to families of children waiting for neuro-developmental assessments is proving a success....

Children and young people can now benefit from a brand new service from Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT) to support their learning, growth and wellbeing....

Integrated Care Northamptonshire has published the 2023/24 refresh of the county's Children and Young People’s Mental Health Local Transformation Plan....

It’s a clear case of ‘puppy love’ in Northampton thanks to a trainee ‘therapy dog’ who is helping children and young people on their journey with a local eating disorders...

It was celebration time, as young people joined NHFT colleagues for a birthday party to mark a fantastic year of collaboration. ...

Children and young people, who are struggling with their mental health, are being reminded that there are lots of ways they can get help and support. ...

People are invited to an event in Northamptonshire celebrating Autism Pride...
Contact us
If you are in Northamptonshire, you can contact these services:
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Live chat – talk to us on CAMHS live 9am to 9pm, Monday to Friday
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Text a school nurse – for friendly, helpful advice. This service is designed for 11- to 19-year-olds: 07507 329 600 Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm
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Phone – the consultation line for parents, carers, young people and professionals is available 9am to 7pm, Monday to Friday on 0800 170 7055
If you are in a crisis, at risk of self-harm or suicide – the CAMHS crisis team is open 24/7 and can be accessed by calling 0800 170 7055
Or:
- Text Shout to 85258 at any time day or night. You can find out more by accessing the Give a Shout website
- If your life is at imminent risk, call 999 for emergency help
Other useful contacts:
The Mix is a UK based charity that provides free, confidential support for young people under 25 online and on social and mobile
Blurt it Out for information on how to cope in a crisis and complete a crisis plan
Sexual Health Service NHFT's sexual health team
Northamptonshire Rape Crisis for anyone affected by sexual violence or abuse