On Our Mind

We are Barnardo’s Healthy Minds Wiltshire, run by Barnardo’s and funded by Wiltshire Council. Barnardo’s believes in early intervention, providing support for children and young people before they face more serious mental health issues. With the right support, young people can transform their lives​. Growing up is a challenge for everyone, but for some it’s more difficult than others. We offer practical and emotional support so that young people can enter adulthood with the confidence they need to achieve their full potential. We run many services across the UK, supporting young people’s emotional health and wellbeing, from one-to-one counselling to group work and schools-based programmes. This website has lots of information, practical tips and advice about supporting children and young people’s emotional wellbeing. We are here to help young people aged 5-18 registered with a GP in Wiltshire who are experiencing a range of early mental health difficulties through group work, activities in the community and counselling sessions for those young people who need more intensive support. We are also an all year round service and so our support does not stop in school holidays. We welcome referrals from young people, parents, carers and professionals. If you want to contact the service about support options in Wiltshire please complete our contact form here or email info.wiltsemh@barnardos.org.uk or call 07849 306876. Are you worried about? Panic, stress, worry and mild anxiety Low mood and mild depression Anger difficulties Sexual identity and/or gender Mild self harm Low self-esteem Problems sleeping Problems with friendship groups (including bullying) Relationship problems Relationship difficulties with family Bereavement, grief or loss Difficulties regulating emotions and behaviour Early concerns about disordered eating Body image