Our Counselling Service
We offer free counselling for children and young people aged 5-19 in Hertfordshire who are registered with a Hertfordshire GP.
Our counselling provides short-term early support for new and emerging mental health concerns. Sessions can be one-to-one or in a group, either in-person or online, depending on what works best for the child or young person. We offer sessions every day from 7:30am to 10:00pm.
Herts Mind Network is an active part of the CYPMHS in Hertfordshire, forming part of the Early Help Network. We work with other health, education, and community services to prioritise and support children and young people’s mental health.
Referral Process
Anyone can refer a child or young person, including themselves, a parent/carer, or a professional – but only with their consent.
To refer, fill out our digital referral form (link to “How to Refer” page).
Once we receive a referral, we contact the child, young person, or family within 48 hours and book a counselling assessment for them within 21 days.
To discuss a referral, call 0208 189 8400 (Option 1) or email cypcounselling@hertsmindnetwork.org.
Work With Us
We are looking for qualified, registered counsellors with experience in working with children and young people.
If you are interested in freelance sessional work, please see our CYP Sessional Counsellor job description