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Exciting news - our GP's in Barnet & Haringey now offer Mental Health Walk-in Clinics for children and young people. It's vital that we ensure everyone knows about this valuable resource.

The "Walk-In Clinic" stands as a confidential service dedicated to supporting and improving the mental health and well-being of children and young people in Barnet and Haringey. Accessible to both youth and their families, the service is provided through drop-in clinics within GP practices, all overseen by qualified mental health professionals. This initiative underscores a commitment to creating an easily accessible and supportive environment for those seeking assistance, marking a significant step in prioritising mental health within our community.

The clinic provides essential triage services, ensuring that individuals receive prompt and appropriate attention. Through thorough assessments, the clinic tailors interventions to individual needs, offering brief therapeutic sessions for up to six sessions. The clinic facilitates referrals for specialised interventions from partner agencies, ensuring access to the most appropriate and targeted support. It also signposts, guiding individuals towards other organisations that may offer supplementary assistance. This multifaceted approach ensures that the clinic serves as a holistic and responsive hub for mental health care in the community.

The Walk-in clinics provide support to people aged 0-18 who may be facing issues like:

• Low mood
• Anxiety
• Family difficulties
• Low-risk self-harm behaviours

By focusing on these nuanced psychological aspects, the clinic aims to create a tailored and empathetic environment for those navigating through the complexities of growing up. The services offered are designed to meet the unique needs of this age group, providing a compassionate and understanding space for individuals dealing with a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.

These Walk-in clinics will be coming soon to Enfield.

You can support the initiative by:

Sharing the poster: Here is a with poster details about the clinics. Let's circulate it across teams and communal spaces. Click here to download PDF of Walk In Clinic poster

Spreading the message: Encourage discussions within your teams and networks. Knowledge is power, and together, we can make a difference.

Being an advocate on Social Media: If you're comfortable, share the news on your social platforms. Use #MentalHealthSupport #Barnet #Haringey to reach a broader audience.