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Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Reading
No 5 Young People is a community-based organisation dedicated to providing free, confidential mental health support and counselling to young people aged 11-25. Established with a mission to empower young individuals through tailored one-to-one sessions, our service is delivered by fully qualified counsellors or those completing their final professional qualifications. All counsellors adhere to rigorous professional standards as members of regulatory bodies. We prioritise consistency by ensuring each young person meets the same counsellor weekly for 50-minute sessions. Our approach extends beyond direct support, offering guidance for parents and caregivers while developing training programs for mental health professionals. With partnerships across local businesses and corporate entities, we raised over 64,000 in 2024/25 to sustain our services.Our 24/7 crisis support channels, including phone, text, and webchat, ensure accessibility during critical moments. Recognised by the Charity Commission (No. 1171313) and the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP Membership No. 100314), we combine expertise, community engagement, and ethical practice to address mental health challenges. Through initiatives like #BePurpleDay and collaborations with schools, we strive to destigmatise mental health issues and foster resilience. Our commitment to transparency, evidenced by public donation records and cookie policy disclosures, reinforces trust in our services. By integrating digital platforms and sustainable practices, we ensure our support remains both modern and environmentally responsible.
Services
Counselling for 11-17 year olds
Counselling for 18-25 year olds
Schools Outreach Programs
Mental Health Workshops
Corporate Partnerships
Highlights and features
- We provide free, confidential counselling for young people aged 11-25
- All counsellors are fully qualified or completing final professional training
- Tailored weekly one-to-one sessions with consistent counsellor assignments
- 24/7 crisis support via phone, text, and webchat services
- Recognised by the Charity Commission and British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Associations and certifications
- Charity Commission (No. 1171313)
- BACP Membership No. 100314
What people say
Lifesaving support
Confidential environment
Consistent counsellors
24/7 availability
Community-focused approach
Services
Counselling for 11-17 year olds
Our specialist counsellors provide weekly 50-minute sessions tailored to young people aged 11-17. These confidential sessions address anxiety, self-esteem, and family relationship challenges. The consistent counsellor relationship fosters trust and long-term emotional development.
Counselling for 18-25 year olds
Transition-focused counselling addresses mental health challenges faced by young adults aged 18-25. Sessions cover academic pressures, career transitions, and independent living stressors. Our counsellors combine therapeutic techniques with practical coping strategies for this critical life stage.
Schools Outreach Programs
We deliver mental health workshops and training to local schools. These programs equip educators with early intervention strategies while providing students direct access to our counselling services through referral pathways.
Mental Health Workshops
Interactive workshops cover anxiety management, emotional resilience, and peer support techniques. Delivered both in-person and online, these sessions empower participants to maintain mental wellbeing through practical, evidence-based methods.
Corporate Partnerships
Local businesses support our mission through fundraising and employee engagement programs. Partners gain CSR benefits while directly contributing to improved mental health services for Reading's youth through transparent donation channels.
Questions
What age groups do you support?
We provide counselling for young people aged 11-25 through tailored programs addressing specific developmental needs for each age group.
How can I access counselling services?
Complete our online referral form to request counselling. Our team will match you with a suitable counsellor for weekly 50-minute sessions.
Are your services free?
All our counselling services are completely free, funded through charitable donations and community partnerships.
What mental health issues do you address?
We support anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, family relationship problems, and other common mental health challenges affecting young people.
How do you ensure counsellor quality?
All counsellors are BACP-registered professionals or completing final training stages, with regular supervision and professional development programs.
Can parents access support?
Yes, we provide guidance resources and referral assistance for parents and caregivers concerned about a young person's mental health.
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