Our Services

Our counselling is all about giving you the space to talk openly, feel heard, and work through what’s on your mind. It’s a private, judgement-free environment where you can share feelings, thoughts, or situations that matter to you.

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Our counsellors:

• Listen with genuine care

• Help you make sense of what you’re experiencing

• Guide you in finding ways to cope, grow, and feel more confident

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Sessions are paced to suit you there’s no rush, just time to explore what’s going on in a way that feels comfortable. We work with young people aged 8–21, offering support to navigate life’s challenges and build emotional resilience.

At GAMEMATES UK, we offer small group gaming sessions as an extra way to grow social skills, build friendships, and boost confidence all while having fun. These sessions are a great next step for young people who have already worked with us in one-to-one mentoring and want to connect with others in a safe, supportive space.

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What to Expect

Our Team Play Sessions focus on popular games that encourage teamwork and creativity, such as:

• Minecraft

• Fortnite

• Fifa

Each group is led by a trusted GAMEMATES UK mentor and usually includes three to four participants. We bring players together based on shared interests, age, and sometimes gender if requested so everyone feels comfortable and included.

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How We Match Players

We carefully match groups to make sure everyone enjoys the experience. Because we wait until we find the right combination of players, there’s no set schedule for when a new group will start. This helps ensure sessions feel natural and fun rather than forced.

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A Note for Families

Occasionally, we might reach out about a new group that doesn’t end up running. While we do everything we can to avoid this, it can still happen. If you feel this could be disappointing for your young person, let us know so we can plan together.

When a place in a group is offered, we’ll hold it for up to two weeks before offering it to another participant.

Our mentoring combines well-being support with creativity, fun, and shared interests. We meet you in a space that feels natural often through gaming and digital activities to create a comfortable starting point for connection.

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Our mentors are:

• Skilled in supporting young people with additional needs, including autism, ADHD, PDA, anxiety, and trauma

• Passionate about building trust through shared hobbies and positive experiences

In mentoring sessions, you might:

• Explore creative skills like game design, how to play new games

• Play games together

• Build social confidence and problem-solving skills in a relaxed way

For many young people, the online world is where they feel most confident and comfortable. Our Private Gaming Sessions are designed to use that digital space as a safe, engaging way to develop new skills, build confidence, and work through challenges.

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Each private session pairs the young person with a dedicated GAMEMATES UK mentor who shares their passion for gaming and understands how to connect on a personal level. Our mentors are experienced in supporting a wide range of needs, including autism, PDA, ADHD, anxiety, stress, and trauma.

Private Gaming Sessions are more than just play they’re an opportunity to:

• Build social and communication skills

• Develop problem-solving and creativity

• Boost self-esteem in a familiar, supportive setting

• Work towards personal goals at your own pace

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We also collaborate with families, schools, and support networks to ensure each session is tailored to the individual. The one-to-one format means we can focus entirely on the young person’s interests and needs, creating a truly personalised experience that promotes emotional well-being and personal growth.