Chilypep

The Children and Young Peoples Empowerment Project have developed a range of resources to help with mental health and self-care.

The Open Up Barnsley guide provides emotional wellbeing and mental health support for all children and young people in Barnsley.

Barnsley Talking Therapies

Barnsley Talking Therapies is an NHS service which offers support with:

1. Depression
2. Low mood
3. Sleep problems
4. Anxiety
5. OCD
6. PTSD

Referrals for Barnsley Talking Therapies can be made directly through the their service online. Alternatively, you can make a referral through the Health and Wellbeing team.

IDAS

IDAS is the largest specialist charity in the North supporting people affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.

If you have any concerns over domestic abuse in your relationship or anyone else’s, IDAS can help.

IDAS – visit their website for more information.

The Health and Wellbeing team are able to make a referral into IDAS for any young person who may need support.

Spectrum

Spectrum offer several sexual health and wellbeing services including:

1. Sexual health advice
2. C-card sign up
3. Pregnancy tests
4. Morning after pill
5. STI tests – order here

Spectrum Community Health Centre, Gateway Plaza, Sackville Street, Barnsley, S70 2RD

Compass Be 

Compass Be offer mental health support for children and young people under 18, helping them cope with grief, bereavement, and difficult times.

• Emotional wellbeing support

• Guidance through grief and loss

• Practical coping strategies

• Safe space to talk

BSARCS

BSARCS offer specialised support for individuals who have experienced sexual violence - including rape, sexual assault, or sexual abuse - across the Barnsley area.

• Confidential counselling (face‑to‑face and phone support)

• Advocacy and ISVA support

• Children’s therapy and family support

• Crisis intervention and helpline services

• Group work and wellbeing support

• Training, awareness‑raising, and public education

CAHMS and Branching Minds

CAMHS Barnsley provide NHS mental health support for children and young people up to 18, as well as their parents and carers.

• Help with low mood, anxiety, self-harm, eating problems, or trauma

• Group work, CBT, family therapy, creative therapies

• Urgent support for young people at immediate risk

• Advice and guidance for parents and carers

Waythrough

Waythrough provide free, confidential support for mental health, substance use, housing, and related challenges - without judgment.

• Support for mental health, including community services, crisis houses, and safe havens

• Help with alcohol and drug use, including treatment, recovery, and harm reduction services

• Supported housing and tailored independent living support

Barnsley Core Community Mental Health Team (CMHT)

Barnsley Core CMHT provide specialist support for adults (18+) experiencing moderate to severe mental health difficulties, including depression, anxiety, psychosis, and personality disorders.

• Individual and group therapy

• Medication and psychological support

• Occupational therapy and social support

• Care plans developed with a lead practitioner