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Children's & Young People's Counselling Referral

Please fill out the following form.

All information will be treated as confidential.


Only use this form for referrals for under 18's

N.B. Only a person with parental responsibility can make a referral


Jan 2026 - We are only taking childrens referrals for private (paid) counselling at present

Date of birth
Day
Month
Year
Which Health Trust are they under?
Northern Trust
Belfast trust
South Eastern Trust
Western Trust
Southern Trust
Is the child neurodivergent or are their suspicions of ASD, ADHD, Tourettes, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia or any other neurotype?
Do they have any diagnosed or undiagnosed mental health conditions?
Diagnosed
Undiagnosed
Do they have any physical health conditions?

Further Information

We recognise the current pressures on primary care in relation to all aspects of the work they do, not just in relation to ADHD.

The intention of this service is not to create additional workload for GPs or other practitioners, but rather to reduce pressure arising from the increasing number of patients presenting with ADHD-related difficulties.

The ADHD Support While Waiting Programme, early intervention service is designed specifically for adults who are awaiting ADHD assessment, awaiting follow-up from assessment, or attempting to access support. It is a non-clinical, psychoeducational and practical support programme, delivered by qualified practitioners, and aligned with NICE guidance.

The core aim of the programme is to:

  • Support individuals experiencing functional difficulties (e.g. executive dysfunction, emotional regulation challenges)

  • Reduce distress, overwhelm, and burnout

  • Improve day-to-day functioning and engagement with services

  • Prevent escalation into crisis or higher-tier services

  • Provide psychotherapeutic education

Importantly, this is not a diagnostic or assessment service, and participation does not require formal confirmation from primary care if the patient has the requested information.

 

Referral Process - 

To ensure minimal impact on time, we have built in multiple alternative verification pathways, including:

  • Self-referral via QR code & evidence

  • Self-declaration supported through our triage process

  • Signposting by GP practice staff

  • HSC confirmation where available

  • GP letter - A template of which we provide

This means that patients can access the service without any GP involvement if preferred.

The funding requires that the patient/service user MUST have verifiable information of having been referred and or waiting on follow up for ADHD related support.

This initiative to work alongside primary care and secondary care in a supportive capacity, rather than adding to existing pressures.

We genuinely value the role of GPs and other medical practitioners.

Downloadable Poster

If you would like any further information, please feel free to get in touch via -

info@asafespacetobeme.co.uk

02896 208284

Clinic Poster
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