{"id":684,"date":"2026-04-08T10:34:10","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T10:34:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alliancepsychology.com\/cypf\/?page_id=684"},"modified":"2026-04-08T10:34:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T10:34:10","slug":"mental-health-support-teams-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.alliancepsychology.com\/cypf\/mental-health-support-teams-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Mental Health Support Teams"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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What is a Mental Health Support Team?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A Mental Health Support Team (MHST) is a group of trained professionals who work in schools and communities to support children and young people with their emotional wellbeing and mental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are there to help early -before problems become more serious -by offering advice, support, and practical strategies. MHSTs often include practitioners who are specially trained to work with young people, as well as links to wider health and education services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They work closely with schools, families, and other services to make sure young people feel supported, understood, and able to cope with life\u2019s challenges.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The 3 Core Functions of an MHST<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Early Help and Evidence-Based Support<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

MHSTs provide early support for common mental health difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, or stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • They offer one-to-one or group sessions \u2013 using evidence based psychological therapies \u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Use practical, proven techniques (like coping strategies and problem-solving skills)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Help young people understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    For parents:<\/strong> This means your child can get help quickly, without needing to wait for more specialist services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Supporting Schools to Promote Wellbeing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    MHSTs work with schools to create a positive environment for mental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Provide advice and guidance to teachers and staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Help schools develop whole-school approaches to wellbeing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Support mental health awareness and prevention activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      For young people:<\/strong> This helps make school a place where it\u2019s okay to talk about mental health and ask for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      3. Helping Young People Access the Right Support<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      If a young person needs more specialist help, MHSTs can guide and support referrals to other services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Work with families to understand what support is needed<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Link with services like CAMHS or community organisations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Stay involved to help make the process smoother<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        For parents:<\/strong> You\u2019re not alone in navigating the system\u2014MHSTs help you find the right support for your child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Mental Health Support Teams are here to listen, support, and guide young people and their families. They focus on early help, working with schools, and making sure everyone can access the right support at the right time.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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