South East
South East Community Wellbeing Service - James Gillespie’s and Boroughmuir catchment areas
Individual wellbeing support
Sometimes it can be good to talk to an adult who is not in your family. They will listen to you, and you can do something fun together. As you get to know them, you can tell them about your feelings, worries and things that are going on in your life. It is good to have different people in your life you can talk to, and you will have the choice of what to do. The support can last as long as you need it.
Groupwork programmes
Learning about how to look after your mental health is an important skill for everyone to have. As part of this group, you will learn how to keep your mind and body healthy, manage your worries, plan for the future and learn ways to relax.
Groups are for children and young people aged eight to 18 years.
Outdoor and nature-based activities
Spending time outdoors in nature can help us feel good. Being in nature and the fresh air is good for everyone! In this group, you can learn how to look after outside spaces, take part in fun activities and make new friends. You will learn how being outside together can support our wellbeing.
The groups will run all year for children and young people aged eight to 18 years old.
For more information or to make a referral contact
Back on Track - South East Gracemount and Liberton catchment areas
Counselling
Sometimes it can be good to talk to an adult who is not in your family. They will listen to you and as you get to know them you can talk about your feelings, worries and things that are going on in your life. You can have also fun together making art and playing. The counsellor will help you find new ways to deal with your big or difficult feelings and new ways to cope in the future.
You can have up to 16 sessions in school or at Goodtrees Neighbourhood Centre or Valley Park Community Centre.
Art therapy
Art can be fun, and it is also a good way to show our feelings.
Art therapists will listen to you, and you can make art together. As you get to know each other you can tell them and use art to show your feelings, worries and things that are going on in your life. If you sometimes find it hard to put your feelings into words the art therapist can help you to share your thoughts and feelings using pens, pencils, clay and other art materials.
Systemic Family Counselling
A chance for all your family members to come together, to think about what is causing you distress and how they can help support you differently, which helps you feel better. It can be offered in your home, at school or local community centre. It will give you and everyone in your family a chance to speak and be heard, working together towards improving family relationships.
You can have up to 18 sessions at a time that works best for everyone.
For more information and to refer email