Paediatric Psychology Service
NHS psychological support for children and young people whose physical health or treatment affects their emotional wellbeing, including support for family members.
Support is available, and it is okay to ask for help even if you are not sure where to begin. Small steps can still make a real difference.
About this service
Paediatric Psychology Service offers nHS psychological support for children and young people whose physical health or treatment affects their emotional wellbeing, including support for family members. This service is there to help people find clearer information, fairer access to support and more manageable next steps when disability, caring responsibilities or family pressures are affecting daily life. Depending on the service, help may include advice, grants information, peer support, advocacy, online guidance, assessments or wider signposting. Checking the website or contacting the service can help confirm what is currently available.
How they can help you
Paediatric Psychology Service can help by offering reliable information, practical guidance and support that respects people’s circumstances. Depending on the service, this might include advocacy, grants guidance, emotional support, peer support, legal advice, carers’ support or help connecting with other services. The aim is to reduce stress, improve understanding and help people feel more supported and informed.
What to expect
When you get in touch, the team may explain whether any referral or assessment is needed and guide you through the next step.
Who it's for
Children and young people whose physical health or treatment is affecting emotional wellbeing, and sometimes their family members too.
Eligibility
Usually for children and young people who meet the specialist paediatric psychology criteria.
Referral needed
A referral from a healthcare professional or social worker may be required to access this service
Getting support
- Eligibility
- Usually for children and young people who meet the specialist paediatric psychology criteria.
- services.opening_hours
- Monday to Friday 9:00am - 7:00pm (Consultation Line)
- Referral requirements
- A referral from a healthcare professional or social worker may be required to access this service
Contact
0800 170 7055PALS@nhft.nhs.ukVisit WebsiteSt Mary's Hospital, London Road, Kettering, NN15 7PWReport a Problem With This Listing
If any details look wrong or out of date, you can let the OneRoof team know here. Your report will go into an admin review queue and will not change the listing automatically.
Cost
Free
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Helpful guides
Practical advice that can help you understand your next step.
Contact
0800 170 7055PALS@nhft.nhs.ukVisit WebsiteSt Mary's Hospital, London Road, Kettering, NN15 7PWReport a Problem With This Listing
If any details look wrong or out of date, you can let the OneRoof team know here. Your report will go into an admin review queue and will not change the listing automatically.
Cost
Free