Mental Health Support
We’re here to help – and just as every family is different, the support people need can be different.
We understand the impact that an H.I.E. event can have on your mental health. Below are just some of the things we offer that may be beneficial. (To access support, please make sure you have registered with Peeps). If you need any help with information, or prefer a different language or format, please just let us know.
Peer support
Speaking to a mum, dad or grandparent who has been through the same, or similar experience, can be helpful. We can put parents/carers/grandparents in touch with one of our Peer Support Volunteers, either for a one-off chat, or more regular support. We understand that talking online (we use zoom) may feel a little too much for some people. We offer WhatsApp and email contact as well.
Meet our Peer Support Volunteers and find out more by clicking here.
We’ll soon be developing our face to face peer support, to complement our online offering.
You can also access informal peer support via our closed Facebook group called Little HIEroes – all welcome, with a focus on the early weeks/months/years following an H.I.E. event.
Counselling and trauma therapy
Peeps is run by parents and volunteers. We are always happy to lend an ear but we’re not trained professionals. If someone affected by H.I.E. would benefit from speaking to a trained counsellor then we can support. Different options are available for counselling or trauma therapy, and can be for individuals or couples.
Peeps will fund up to 10 sessions (online or face to face are available, depending on your preference). If further sessions are recommended then this will be considered on an individual basis, and we will always support where we can.
We are currently supported by Emma McDermott, Re-Vibe Counselling, Yorkshire Psychotherapy, and others across the UK.
If you would like to find out more, or register for mental health support, please complete our short form by clicking here.
Group Therapy – Pilot Program
We are running our first Group Therapy programme, fully funded for H.I.E. families, across a 6 week period. To find out more please click here.
Additional support can also be found on our Useful Info page, with links to other charities, organisations and groups. You’re not on your own and we’re here for you.