Missing People has provided a Counselling Service for adults
since 2012 and from today, 1st March 2018, we will be offering the service to
young people affected by a loved one missing from their lives. This support
will be available to children as young as 11.
When someone goes missing it affects everyone within the
family who are left behind. For young people this can show in many different
ways, moods can swing from angry to sad, sleepless nights, not eating,
confusion and questions around blame - was it my fault?
These are signs of trauma and can happen in the first days
or months that follow their loved one leaving. Our Telephone Counselling for
young people will offer a safe space to talk through feelings and emotions, to
understand and to explore ways to cope during this most upsetting of times.
We will be adaptable and provide the sessions either by
phone or by video call - whichever suits best.
Missing People realises that, during the turmoil of a missing
incident, sometimes smaller, quieter voices might not be heard. Young
people can feel that their parents or guardian may already be dealing with so
much that they can’t speak up and talk about their emotions. Missing People's
counsellors will not only listen, they will also offer a “safe space” and provide the
specialist support that is needed during this time.
We have recently been joined by 2 new counsellors, Elizabeth
Gow and Lucy Wade, who are very experienced in working with young people and
who have been trained to work with the issues those families with loved ones
missing go through.
If you are or you know of a young person who has been
affected by having a loved one go missing, please call our free
confidential helpline on 116 000. Likewise, if you are unsure and would like to
talk things through further, please call and our team will speak with you
about how we can help.
Having someone missing from your life affects all members of
the family and Missing People want to ensure that everyone feels supported.
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