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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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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"

"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

"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

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

Clare Youth Service

"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

"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

CONNOR’S STORY : DEALING WITH DEPRESSION

Feb 19, 2021 | Voices

I’ve never had a big group of friends. I always feel a bit left out. I’m not the ...

SOPHIE’S STORY: GETTING PAST THE DARKNESS

Mar 22, 2019 | Voices

Everything started in fifth year when I began to panic about the Leaving Cert. It started gradually until ...

Young Voices of Clare

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Additional Needs? – What to do!

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Unplanned Pregnancy? – What to do!

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Being abused? – What to do!

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Anger Management Issues – What to do!

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Anger Issues: Anger is a normal human reaction to feeling hurt or ...

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EATING DISORDERS

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Eating Disorders An eating disorder a destructive coping mechanism a person has ...

Sexuality Issues

Sexual & Gender Identity

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Sexual & Gender Identity Exploring and questioning gender identity can happen at ...

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Friendships and Relationships Problems? – How can it affect you?

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Relationships & friendships Forming relationships, either friendships or romantic ones, is an ...

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Bullying – How can it affect you?

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Bullying Being bullied can have a devastating impact on a person’s life. ...

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Grief & Bereavement – How can it affect you?

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Grief & Bereavement It is enormous for a young person to lose ...

Heads Up Helpful Info

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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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