Young people referrals
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For teachers, carers and you

DAPL delivers counselling for young people at school aged 10 and above, who are experiencing emotional distress. This includes those who are home educated or on a reduced school timetable, as well as those who are attending school.

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Primary school age

We offer support to young people who live in Fife and are of age to attend Primary 6 or Primary 7. Most of our sessions are provided in school.

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High school age

We offer support at the additional and intensive levels within Fife’s framework of support for High School students who live in the Fife region. Most of our sessions are provided in school.

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Sarah
Age
13

I feel like DAPL has helped me quite a lot about thinking about myself more and helped me get through things at home. I feel like DAPL is a good help.

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Lee
Age
14

DAPL has helped me as I've seen a huge improvement in my behaviour and attitude towards other pupils and teachers.

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Alison
Age
15

Thanks to DAPL I've managed to control my anger. I feel like DAPL has changed my life.

If you need help urgently, here's a list of contacts who can help.