Services
PIPS Charity have an open door policy no appointment is needed just come along for a chat a cuppa a friendly face to help you through your trauma or worry or just having a bad day, whatever, we will be there to help.
Our team are all trained to deal with all your needs. So come along to PIPS whatever your problem we will help you if we can’t we will refer you to someone or service who will.
PIPS Charity provide many services, including Counselling and Complimentary Therapies, home visits, one to one sessions and support groups.
Our aim is to meet the demands and needs of families and individuals in our community.
PIPS Charity learned that everyone is different and we need to be able to offer an appropriate service to cater for individual needs. PIPS offers a range of:
- Counselling
- Alternative Therapies
- Crisis Support
- Befriending
- Sign Posting- our care team provides a valuable link to statutory services and other relevant agencies.
- Raise Suicide Awareness of PIPS through World Suicide Prevention Day, Celebration of life, and Christmas tree of lights, concerts and fundraising events.
- Advocacy have been instrumental in highlighting the need to address the problems of suicide and self-harm in a more strategic way.
- Our campaigns will continue to campaign for the rights of the family to access help and support networks. We will do everything possible to reduce the high number of suicides in our communities by creating awareness and providing information.
Care Services
PIPS Charity offers therapies, individual sessions, and support groups.
Our goal is to meet the demands and needs of families and individuals in our community.
PIPS Charity offers a ‘no appointment needed’ service to ensure there is always someone to contact for a chat when a person might feel vulnerable, might be at risk of suicidal behaviours or is simply in need of assistance/guidance.
With our open-door policy, you will not have to wait days or weeks to see a counsellor/therapist.
Children & Young People Services
PIPS Charity provides specialised counselling and emotional support for children and young people experiencing suicidal thoughts, self-harm, anxiety, depression, or emotional distress. Our service offers a safe, confidential space to explore feelings and develop positive coping strategies.
LEGO® Therapy Now Available
Available at our Belfast offices alongside our core therapeutic support, LEGO® Therapy offers a playful, constructive way for children and young people to express emotions and build confidence.
Benefits & Key Outcomes
- Reduction in suicidal ideation and self-harming behaviours.
- Improved emotional regulation and mental wellbeing.
- Enhanced coping skills, personal resilience, and self-care.
- Support for bullying, trauma, grief, substance use, and family difficulties.
- Empowerment through therapeutic engagement and guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Little Boxes of Hope
Every young person who completes their counselling journey with PIPS Charity receives a Little Box of Hope. These hand-packed gifts provide comfort, calm, and practical coping tools as children transition out of active therapy.
- Mindfulness & Activity Cards: Interactive tools for mood regulation and reflection.
- Coping & Self-Care Tools: Grounding items to bring calm during difficult moments.
- Encouraging Reminders: Inspiring prompts to reinforce strength beyond therapy.
Our Unique Approach
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Non-government funded charity supported by a small, dedicated and compassionate team
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Committed to promoting emotional wellbeing through a person-centred approach
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Provides a range of therapeutic options, including talking therapies
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Uses creative play and arts and crafts to support expression and healing
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Sessions are tailored to meet individual needs and circumstances
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May include creative, therapeutic, or holistic approaches depending on what best supports the individual
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Focuses on creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment
Befriending Services
Weekend Crisis Hopeline
The Weekend Crisis Hopeline provides compassionate, confidential telephone support for anyone in Northern Ireland experiencing a mental health crisis or emotional distress outside of normal working hours.
Call Us Free This Weekend
Compassionate Support
Non-judgmental, confidential listening for anyone in Northern Ireland experiencing distress, emotional crisis, or suicidal thoughts.
Safe & Confidential
Our trained crisis call-handlers are here to support you through difficult weekend hours when community teams may be unavailable.
Remember a Loved One
ALWAYS REMEMBERED – CELEBRATE A LOVED ONE’S MEMORY
We invite you to remember a loved one by leaving a lasting tribute on our memory page.
You can use this space to share a photo of a loved one that brings a smile to your face or a memory that makes you laugh every time you hear it.
