Counselling and support

Child and Family Consultation Service

The Child and Family Consultation Service is made up of specialist nurses, psychiatrists, social workers and psychotherapists. They offer a range of services to children and young people, up to school leaving age, and their families who are experiencing difficulties.

Please note, you cannot apply for these services directly. A referral must be made via a professional such as the family GP, health visitor, education welfare officer, social worker or teacher.

For more information contact

Child and Family Consultation Service
Shernhall Street
Walthamstow, E17 3EA

Tel 0844 600 1247

face2face

face2face offers a range of services to young people aged 11 - 21, including counselling, pregnancy testing, contraception, information and advice on sexual health, and housing advice. They also have a social worker who can offer one-to-one crisis support around relationships and family problems.

For more information about opening hours for the drop-in service contact:

face2face
The Score
Oliver Road
Leyton E10 5JY

Tel 020 8430 7090

North East London Advocacy

North East London Advocacy provide an independent advocacy service for adults with learning disabilities and people with mental health problems. They specifically address health and social care issues, with onward referrals for other issues such as benefits and housing. Referrals are taken from individuals, via doctors, social workers and other professionals.

For more information on the service contact:

North East London Advocacy
Goodmayes Hospital
Barley Lane
Ilford IG3 8XJ

Tel 020 8970 5731
Fax 020 8970 5897
Email info@nela.org.uk