Contacting ChildLine

                 
                            Music is a great way of expressing how you feel through lyrics. It’s also a good way of getting things off your chest and can help you cope better with difficult emotions. However, if you are having a tough time and you just want to speak to somebody, you can. Whatever your worry, it's better out than in.

Image of James Devlin Many great artists use their own experiences from their personal lives to help them with their creativity. Whether they’re acting, writing, producing music
or performing.

By expressing themselves in this way,
they have an outlet for any feelings that might otherwise build up inside.

Sometimes you can sort out a problem
on your own but if you are worried about anything, no matter how big or small you think it is - don't bottle it up.

It can really help if you talk to someone.

You won't be judged

ChildLine counsellors speak to older teenagers, not just young people. They understand the different situations or problems you might be worried about and are trained to help. They won’t judge you or put you down and they are not easily shocked by what you tell them. Instead, they will listen and help talk you through your options.

We know it takes a lot of nerve to contact us; you might be worried about
what will happen, who will find out and what you would say?

In what ways can I contact ChildLine?

There are several different ways you can receive support through ChildLine, which you can read more about below and see what others have said about them.

To have a 1-2-1 chat with a counsellor, to send an email to ChildLine or to post on the message boards, you will need to sign up to the ChildLine website.

Whatever your worry, you don't have to cope with it on your own. We can help.

1-2-1 Chat

"They're really helpful when I feel stressed and can calm me down when I'm about to do something stupid"

"They just talk to me like a friend, how my day has been and what’s been happening. It helps me get through smaller things that would normally build up inside me."

Chat to a ChildLine counsellor online in a 1-2-1 session any time you want.
Find out more about 1-2-1 chat.
ChildLine Email

"When I am upset or tearful I can come and
share my feelings through email."

You can send ChildLine an email about anything, and we'll reply to your personal inbox. Find out more about ChildLine email.
Ask Sam

"Even if you haven't asked Sam a question someone else has. There are many problems on the website and there is bound to be one similar to yours."

Ask Sam whatever you want. Write Sam a message or look at what other people have asked. Find out more about Ask Sam.
Message board

"Everyone helps each other out and is going through the same things as me –it’s a really welcoming place. I don’t feel like I’m the only one anymore."

Have you got something to say, or want to ask a question?
Visit the message board and get support from the ChildLine community.
Call us

"I think that it’s really helpful and really nice to know that you can talk to someone who treats you like you’re the only person in the world that matters"

Call free on 0800 1111. Calls are confidential and won’t appear on the phone bill, including mobiles. Find out more.
Explore

"It helped me out alot. It's good to know that someone has the information and can help you"

Sometimes you can sort out a problem on your own.
In the Explore section you'll find info on a whole range of issues.
Play

"I go on it and it relieves my stress”

Take your mind off things for a bit, by visiting the Play section. Watch videos or play games whilst you browse the site or when you’re waiting for a counsellor on 1-2-1 chat.
Express yourself

"I like wall of expression because I can trust it all to be confidential and it lets me express my feelings without feeling stupid about my self."

You can write down what is upsetting or worrying you on the Wall of Expression, then piece by piece knock the wall down and watch it crumble away. You can also use the Creative tool to write poems, create pictures and express yourself. Take a look at the Creative gallery to see what others have done.
Your Locker

"I really like the locker because you can customise it and make it the way you want it to be!"

Your Locker is your own private space. It’s where your ChildLine email is kept. It also allows you to use 1-2-1 chat, track your mood and save any pictures you’ve created in the play section.
Find out more about the Locker.