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We're raising funds so we can reach more children aged 10 to 18, who are facing challenges with their mental health. Support is delivered by experienced wellbeing coaches who work with children to develop a personal wellbeing action plan and work towards goals to overcome barriers to good wellbeing.
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Situation
50% of mental health conditions are established by age 14. The number of children experiencing a mental health condition jumped from 1 in 9 in 2017, to 1 in 6 by 2021. 70% of children and young people who experience poor mental health do not receive appropriate support at an early enough age. The average wait time for NHS Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services is over six months, with some children waiting more than a year, and the likelihood being that mental health will worsen over time.
Solution
We developed Wellbeing Coaching to address gaps in provision for children who are experiencing challenges with their mental health. A solution focused approach, helps children to get the most out of their coaching sessions. They work with the coach in a collaborative relationship, completing activities centred around thought challenging and breaking the cycle that leads to poor mental wellbeing. This results in excellent outcomes and behaviour change becoming embedded in their day to day life.