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Child Psychologist

As a Child Psychologist, you play a pivotal role in shaping the mental health and emotional well-being of children and adolescents. Your expertise not only helps young minds navigate their challenges but also contributes to building a healthier future for society as a whole.

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UK Market Contacts

    Mind
    Mind is a mental health charity that offers support and services across the UK, including child psychology.
    YoungMinds
    YoungMinds focuses on improving the mental health of children and young people, employing psychologists to lead initiatives and provide support.
    The Children's Society
    The Children's Society works with vulnerable children and young people, employing psychologists to support their mental health needs.
    Action for Children
    Action for Children provides support services for children and families, employing psychologists to enhance mental health outcomes.
    The Anna Freud Centre
    The Anna Freud Centre is dedicated to improving the mental health of children and young people, employing psychologists for research and clinical work.

Top UK Graduate Employers

    NHS
    The NHS is the largest employer of psychologists in the UK, offering diverse opportunities in child mental health services across the country.
    Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
    CAMHS provides specialist mental health services for children and young people, making it a key employer for child psychologists.
    Barnardo's
    Barnardo's is a leading children's charity in the UK, employing psychologists to support vulnerable children and families.
    The Priory Group
    The Priory Group offers mental health services across the UK, including specialised care for children and adolescents.
    Place2Be
    Place2Be provides mental health support in schools, employing child psychologists to help children cope with emotional challenges.