Childline | Free counselling service for kids and young people

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I'm feeling
confused

If you're stuggling to understand your gender identity then we have advice that can help

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I don't know
if I'm ready

You may feel unsure about coming out, our advice page could help

I want to feel
safe

You don't have to cope with suicidal feelings alone, there's always support available for you

Under 12?

Get advice, play games and visit the Buddy Zone!

Go to our under 12s site

Advice right now

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Top tips for making friends

It can sometimes feel hard to make friends, but we have advice to help.

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Report remove

Report Remove helps UK under-18s confidentially report and remove sexual images from the internet.

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Grooming

This is when someone builds trust with you to get you to do something illegal or sexual. Find out more.

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Deaf Zone

If you are deaf we have advice pages and BSL videos for you.

Need to talk?

Send a message

Sign up to send a message to Childline and get a response within a day.

Get support

We're here for you on the phone or online. You can also speak to a Childline counsellor 1-2-1 or message us.

Contacting Childline

You can contact us about anything. No problem is too big or too small.

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1-2-1 Counsellor Chat

Get help and support from a counsellor about anything that's on your mind.

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Celebrating Culture and Differences

What happens when you contact Childline?

Building confidence after online bullying

Support and Advice For You

Coping with suicidal feelings

Get help coping with suicidal thoughts and feelings.

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Blast Block

Match the colours as quickly as you can.

Self-harm coping techniques

We can help you find other ways to cope with wanting to self-harm.

Sex and consent

Find answers to your questions about sex and consent.

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Taking control of your online safety

Follow our simple tips for taking control of your online safety.

Grand Prix Hero

Play our fun racing game.

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Calm zone

If you're feeling overwhelmed or anxious, we've got calming activities that can help.

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Gender identity

Get advice and support about your gender identity.

Pong

Take time out for some virtual ping pong.

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Grooming

Find out more about grooming and what to do if it's happened.

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Build your happy place

Create your ideal room. Fill it with things that help you feel happy, calm and safe.

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Coping Kit

Use our tool to find new ways to cope or distract yourself - we've got ideas for whatever mood you're in.