How to Refer

The referral process is as easy as possible. A Parent/Carer or Professional can complete the Young Person referral form and return to us via email at info@escapeintervention.org.uk. If you can’t complete this online version, please phone our office on (0191) 427 6353 and we will take the details verbally.

We will contact to arrange an appointment for assessment. This helps us identify the presenting issues and whether we are the appropriate service for your needs.  Assessments are usually carried out within 2 weeks of the referral. Then clients are placed on our allocation list to receive counselling/psychotherapy. We currently have a waiting list which will be discussed at assessment as this depends on where a young person would prefer to be seen, i.e. school or office. For adults there is a shorter waiting time for those who can attend sessions during the day.

 Adults can self-refer, or be referred by a professional by completing the Adult Referral Form.

For activities for young people aged 11-18 years living in South Tyneside, we require the Activity Referral form to be completed, alongside an Activity Consent form.