Uncertainty and anxiety has been prevalent for many this year, and it’s no surprise that lots of children have struggled to cope in the circumstances. With that in mind, Young Minds have two advisers from their Parents Helpline to help answer the questions you might have about your child’s mental health and wellbeing.
“Better Health-Every Mind Matters offers simple, NHS-approved tips for supporting your child’s mental wellbeing, plus more advice from its charity partners. These include Young Minds who have two advisers from their Parents Helpline to help answer the questions you might have about your child’s mental health and wellbeing.”
Some background information on the advisors answering your questions can be found below:
Jack Parnell-Driver started as a volunteer on the Parents Helpline 7 years ago whilst studying for his degree in Psychology and Counselling. In his time on the service, he has been a frontline adviser and managed the volunteers, Professional Advisers and staff on the service. His experience has been focused on working with children with learning disabilities and emotional problems in school. He is currently training to become a Counsellor/Psychotherapist.
Stevie Goulding is also a Parents Helpline Co-Manager, she manages all of the volunteers who work on the service, some staff members and is also a lead safeguarding officer. Stevie began her career as a volunteer in 2016 whilst she completed her Psychology degree, and after graduating became a full time helpline advisor. Last year, Stevie finished her Master’s in Forensic Psychology and has been a Team Leader since last summer.
Please note that Stevie and Jack will not be able to respond to any questions about responding to physical violence or aggression. If you have questions about this, please contact the Parents Helpline instead.
Please leave your questions about your child’s mental health and wellbeing - whether related to COVID or not - in the thread below. Stevie and Jack will be back on Thursday 8th October to answer questions.
All who leave a question will be entered into a prize draw where one MNer will win a £100 voucher for the store of their choice (from a list).
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