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Youth Mental Health Services

Maybe you don't know who you need to talk to, but you know you need to talk to someone. HeadsUP Clare, making vital connections happen for young people in Co. Clare.  

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Problems feel smaller when you share them!

Thanks, it's really good to Talk!

Get the facts you need about mental health services

How can we help you?

The HeadsUP Clare website provides the facts about the mental health services in your area as well as other youth services and lets you hear about other young people’s experiences. You are not alone.

 

We want to connect you to the right mental health support in your county/area so you can make that first important step to reach out for support. 

Who we are Meet the Professionals

Meet three professionals working in different sectors in Co. Clare who work with young people on a daily basis. They want to share a little bit about the work they do and what a young person can expect of they need their help.

CAMHS

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What is a 'Youth Worker'?

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Role of a 'Guidance Counsellor'

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"A friendly and supportive service"

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"This place has a super friendly, helpful and supportive staff. They were very knowledgeable about their chosen field and I felt very safe in their care. Also their free advice proved very useful."

GOSHH
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"They are there to support you and help you get to a better place in your life. I know. As I have gone there myself."

Pieta
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"Great people giving great opportunities to the ones who need them most!"

Clare Youth Service
Ballina Killaloe Family Resource Logo

"Very welcoming friendly centre, with a world of supportive workers and facilities. Definitely worth a visit! Great community classes also available for all generations."

Ballina/Killaloe Family Resource Centre
Shannon Family Resource Building

"That centre has changed my life"

Shannon Family Resource Centre
Community Substance Misuse Team logo

"Such a fantastic service, cannot even come close to giving this TEAM the recognition that they deserve!! Truly a remarkable service"

Community Substance Misuse Team
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Depression

CONNOR’S STORY : DEALING WITH DEPRESSION

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Suicide

SOPHIE’S STORY: GETTING PAST THE DARKNESS

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Children and Young People's Services Committee About Us

Children and Young People’s Services Committees (CYPSC) are a key structure identified by Government to plan and co-ordinate services for children and young people in every county in Ireland.

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HeadsUp Clare provides the facts about the mental health services in your area, lets you hear about other young people’s experiences, and helps you to connect to get the help and support you need!

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