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What is it?

The Thrive and Rise project supported young people from Black, Asian, and minority backgrounds aged 17.5 to 25 who are at risk of youth offending, involvement in the criminal justice system, or displaying antisocial behaviour. We offer low-intensity, CBT-based talking therapy to help them understand how these challenges impact their wellbeing and develop coping skills.

This initiative offered:

  • Low Intensity Talking Therapies:

    1. Low intensity evidence-based talking therapy services for young people discharged from CAMHS who need ongoing community-based therapeutic support.
    1. Anyone who does not meet the criteria for adult mental health services.

  • Specialist Mental Health Support: Focused on young people from Black, Asian, and minority backgrounds faced with poor mental health, behavioural concerns, educational exclusion, or involvement with the criminal justice system.

  • Group sessions (in person or online): Targeted at young people experiencing low mood and anxiety, offering accessible mental health education and support. 

Our goal is to support young adults with the education, tools and guidance to empower and help them to thrive.

Target Audience

Our service was specifically designed for young people from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic communities aged 17.5 to 25 who:

  • Are at risk of youth offending or entering the criminal justice system

  • Struggle with poor mental health

  • Engage in antisocial behaviour

  • Face challenges in education or are at risk of being excluded

We collaborate with:

  • Schools

  • Youth services

  • Educational institutions

  • Mental Health Trusts

Our goal is to support those who need it the most. Whether you:

  • Experience difficulties in school

  • Have been in trouble multiple times

  • Are on the verge of exclusion

Our programs offer the support you need to turn things around.

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Where did it run?

  • Barnet

  • Enfield

Accessing the Service

Thrive and Rise was promoted through schools, youth services, educational institutions, and the Mental Health Trust, making it easy for those in need to connect with us.

  • Self-Referral: If you or someone you know needs support, you can reach out directly to us. We’re here to help. Refer yourself here.

  • Referral by Professionals: Social workers, schools, the criminal justice system, CAMHS, and the NHS can also refer individuals who would benefit from our services.

  • Referral Pathways: The most common referral pathways include CAMHS the mental health trust, young mental health transitions team, schools/colleges, early help team, youth offending teams and social workers, ensuring those who need our help are connected to the right support quickly.

No matter how you reach us, our goal is to provide timely and effective support to Black, Asian, and minority ethnic young people aged 17.5 to 25, helping them navigate challenges and build a positive future.

Connect with us today

Office

Brent Office
SEIDs Hub, Empire Way, Wembley HA9 0RJ

Virtual Barnet Office

Contact

0203 984 4096

ypt@cbplus.org.uk

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