Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Youth Support Services in Newcastle
Streetwise has been dedicated to supporting young people aged 11 to 25 since 1991, offering free, safe, and confidential services tailored to their needs. Our team of experienced professionals provides expert counselling, emotional wellbeing support, and youth work, ensuring young individuals receive the guidance necessary to navigate challenges. Through outreach activities and school-based hubs, we foster environments where young people can build confidence, develop healthy relationships, and access critical advice. Our commitment to non-judgmental, accessible support has earned us recognition as a trusted regional charity. We prioritise youth voice, ensuring their feedback shapes our services to meet evolving needs.With a focus on early intervention, we address mental health concerns and offer sexual health education, empowering young people to make informed choices. Our initiatives, such as community outreach and targeted programmes for vulnerable groups, reflect our dedication to inclusivity and equality. By collaborating with schools and local organisations, we extend our reach and impact across Newcastle upon Tyne. Annual reports and stakeholder partnerships underscore our transparency and accountability. Streetwise remains steadfast in its mission to create positive, lasting change in the lives of young people through compassionate, rights-respecting support.
Services
Counselling
Mental Wellbeing Support
Youth Outreach
Sexual Health Advice
School Hubs
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience supporting young people in Newcastle.
- Our services are free, confidential, and non-judgmental.
- We offer tailored counselling and mental health support for youth.
- Our team includes experienced youth workers and counsellors.
- We operate school-based hubs for accessible, community-focused support.
What people say
Improved confidence
Better coping skills
Supportive environment
Positive relationships
Non-judgmental space
Services
Counselling
Our free, confidential counselling services help young people navigate emotional challenges through one-on-one sessions with trained professionals. We address anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues, fostering coping strategies and self-awareness. Tailored to individual needs, this support promotes long-term mental wellbeing and resilience.
Mental Wellbeing Support
Early intervention mental health support assists young people experiencing initial signs of distress, offering practical tools to manage stress and build emotional resilience. Delivered by experienced practitioners, this service creates a safe space for open dialogue and solution-focused guidance.
Youth Outreach
Street-based outreach programmes engage young people in their environments, providing informal guidance and connecting them to essential resources. Our youth workers deliver targeted support for at-risk groups, reducing isolation and promoting positive community involvement through consistent, trust-based relationships.
School Hubs
Embedded in eight secondary schools, our hubs offer accessible mental health and wellbeing services to students. Collaborating with staff, we deliver customised support programmes that address academic pressures, social challenges, and personal development needs within educational settings.
Sexual Health Advice
Comprehensive sexual health services provide accurate information, confidential advice, and support for young people navigating relationships and reproductive health. Our approach focuses on education, consent awareness, and safe practice promotion through youth-friendly, non-judgmental consultations.
Questions
What age group does Streetwise support?
We support young people aged 11 to 25 across Newcastle upon Tyne.
Are services free and confidential?
All our services are completely free and maintain strict confidentiality.
How can I access counselling?
Self-referrals for counselling can be made through our website or by contacting our team directly.
Do you operate in schools?
Yes, we have hubs in eight secondary schools across Newcastle and North Tyneside.
What mental health support is available?
We offer early intervention mental wellbeing support, including anxiety management and trauma-informed counselling.
How do outreach programmes work?
Our youth workers engage young people in community spaces, providing informal support and connecting them to resources.
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