Kooth – Free Online Mental Health & Wellbeing Support 

Kooth is a free, safe, and anonymous online service for young people aged 11–25. It’s available across Herefordshire and Worcestershire as part of the NHS mental health services provided by the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Health and Care Trust. 

Kooth offers a range of tools and support to help with emotional wellbeing, mental health challenges, and day-to-day worries — all accessible from your phone, tablet, or computer. 

What Kooth Offers 

• Self-help tools – articles, guides, mood tracking, and goal setting 

• One-to-one counselling – chat with qualified counsellors or emotional wellbeing practitioners 

• Online forums – moderated discussion boards where young people can share experiences and learn from others 

• Flexible access – available anytime, with live chat and counselling during set hours 

Who Can Use Kooth 

• Young people aged 11–25 living in Herefordshire 

• No referral needed — you can sign up directly at Kooth.com 

• The service is anonymous, so you don’t need to share personal details 

• Available 24/7 for self-help tools and forums; live counselling has set hours listed on the site 

Why Kooth Is Useful 

• Offers early support without needing to wait for face-to-face appointments 

• Provides flexible options, read advice, talk online, or use tools from home 

• Because it’s anonymous, many young people find it easier to open up 

• Can be used alongside other support (school counsellors, CAMHS, family support) 

How to Access Kooth 

• Visit Kooth.com and register, you’ll be asked to confirm your location 

• Use your phone, tablet, or computer whenever it suits you 

• If you’re in school, your class teacher and Family Support Team can help you get started 

https://www.kooth.com/