The Haven

The Haven is a small registered charity, based in Hartlepool, which offers free, confidential counselling to young people aged 11 to 25.

16/10/2025

No matter how heavy things feel, you don’t have to carry them by yourself.

We’re here. Your friends are here. Someone cares.

Reach out. Connection changes everything.

13/10/2025

Sometimes people don’t say they’re struggling.

A simple check-in can make a huge difference. Try:
💬 “I’ve noticed you’ve been quiet, want to talk?”
💬 “I care about you.”
💬 “I’m here if you need me.”

Small kindness = big impact.

10/10/2025

💚 Today is World Mental Health Day 💚

A reminder that:
🌱 Your feelings are valid
🌱 Support is always out there
🌱 You don’t have to go through things alone

Mental health matters every day, but today we celebrate the strength it takes to talk, to listen, and to keep going.

Let’s break the stigma together — because it’s okay to ask for help, it’s okay to rest, and it’s okay not to be okay. 💙

06/10/2025

You may not be where you want yet, but look how far you’ve come. 🌟

Be proud of your journey — you’re doing better than you think.

02/10/2025

Perfectionism can stop you from even starting.

Remember: progress > perfection.

Trying matters more than flawless results.

29/09/2025

Constant scrolling = constant stress.

Try:
📱 Turning notifications off
🌳 Stepping outside for 10 minutes
📚 Swapping screens for a book, music, or journalling

Your mind needs breaks too.

23/09/2025

Forcing positivity can make pain feel heavier.

It’s okay to admit:
🌧 “I’m not okay.”
🌧 “I feel low.”
🌧 “I need support.”

Being real is more healing than pretending.

21/09/2025

Nobody has life all figured out at 15. Or 18. Or 25.

And that’s okay. You’re not behind — you’re learning, growing, and finding your way.

Trust the process. 🌱

19/09/2025

Being kind to yourself means recognising effort, not just outcomes.

💙 Did you try today?
💙 Did you show up?
💙 Did you give it a go, even if it didn’t work out?

That’s worth celebrating.

17/09/2025

Feeling anxious? Try this:
🌬 Inhale for 4 seconds
⏱ Hold for 4 seconds
😮‍💨 Exhale for 4 seconds

Repeat 5 times.

You’ll feel your heart rate slow and your mind calm.

Breathing is simple, but it’s powerful.

15/09/2025

To every parent and carer: You’re allowed to not have all the answers.

Supporting a young person isn’t always easy — but your love and effort matter.

Don’t forget to care for yourself too. 💛

13/09/2025

Everyone needs a safe space.
🪑 A comfy chair
🕯 A candle
🎧 Headphones
🖊 A journal

Create your own “comfort corner” — a place you can recharge when things get heavy.

Address

Victoria Road
Hartlepool
TS268DD

Website

https://www.havenhartlepool.org/

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