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Monday 9:30am - 4:30pm Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm

Tor Support

💬 A safe place to talk. Help improve life chances and foster more positive adult lives

Tor Support Services provides free confidential counselling, advice and support for young people aged 5 - 25 in Okehampton and the surrounding parishes.
👋 We’re here to listen and help you find a way forward. This charity, Established in 2009, is totally reliant on grant funding and donations, Tor Support works directly with young people to -

Alleviate emotional and psychological distress through professional counselling Improve quality of life, self-esteem, happiness and relationships.

17/05/2026

Help us continue being there for young people 👐

Every week, children and young people in our community reach out because they are struggling with things that feel too difficult to carry alone.

Anxiety.
Grief.
Loneliness.
Low self-esteem.
Family difficulties.
Worries about the future.

At Tor Support Services, we work to ensure young people have somewhere safe to turn.
🫴 A place to talk.
🫴 A place to feel heard.
🫴 A place to begin healing.

But support services like ours can only continue with the help of our community.

Your donation helps us provide:
🌱 Counselling sessions
🌱 Early intervention and emotional support
🌱 Safe spaces for children and young people
🌱 Guidance and support for families
🌱 Ongoing support for local young people who need it most

If our work matters to you, please consider donating or sharing this post.

Because no young person should have to struggle alone.

https://www.justgiving.com/torsupportservices

15/05/2026

✏️ Exam season can bring pressure, anxiety, and stress for many young people.

At Tor Support Services, our counsellors often remind young people:

✔️ Your worth is not measured by exam results
✔️ Rest helps memory, focus and concentration
✔️ Small steps are still progress
✔️ Comparing yourself to others rarely helps
✔️ Asking for support is a strength, not a weakness

This exam season, try to focus on effort over perfection.

Some practical coping tips:

📚 Break revision into smaller chunks
📚 Use timers and take regular breaks
📚 Stay hydrated and eat regularly
📚 Get outside for some fresh air and movement
📚 Try to reduce scrolling before bed
📚 Remember that exams are only one part of your story

If exam stress is starting to feel overwhelming, you do not have to manage it alone. We’re here to help support you.

14/05/2026

Moving your body is not about punishment.
It is not about changing how you look.
It is about noticing how movement can help you feel.

Even gentle movement can sometimes help to:
- release stress and tension
- support your mood
- improve sleep
- calm busy or anxious thoughts
- help you reconnect with yourself

If you feel able to get outside, you could try:
🌿 A short walk
🌿 Listening to music or a podcast while walking
🌿 Kicking a ball around
🌿 Spending time in the garden
🌿 Walking the dog
🌿 Cycling or scootering

If leaving the house feels too difficult today, that is okay too. You could try:
🛋️ Stretching in bed
🛋️ Dancing to a favourite song
🛋️ Gentle chair yoga or movement
🛋️ Tidying one small space
🛋️ Walking around while on the phone
🛋️ Slow breathing or grounding exercises

Small movement still counts.
Rest is important too.
You do not need intense exercise for movement to support your mental wellbeing.

Be gentle with yourself this week.

13/05/2026

💭 Worry is often part of growing

Worries can feel BIG, for children, teenagers, and even young adults. But something important to remember is that many worries are a normal part of development.

As we grow, our brains are constantly learning:
- What feels safe
- What feels uncertain
- What matters to us

Here are some common worries at different ages:

👦 Ages 5 - 7
- Separation from parents
- Monsters or the dark
- Starting school
- Making friends
- Fear of getting things wrong

🧒 Ages 8 - 11
- Friendship problems
- Being left out
- School pressure
- Early body changes
- Comparing themselves to others

🧑 Ages 12 - 15
- Exams
- Identity
- Appearance
- Social media pressure
- Fitting in
- Anxiety about the future

🎓 Ages 16 - 18
- Exams and careers
- Relationships
- Independence
- Mental health struggles
- Self-worth
- Pressure to succeed

🌱 Ages 19 - 25
- University or work stress
- Finances
- Loneliness
- Relationships
- Identity and purpose
- Burnout and overwhelm

🧠 One of the most reassuring messages we can share is:
“I’m not broken. My brain is learning.”

Normalising worries can help reduce shame and open calmer, more supportive conversations at home, school, and in everyday life.

If worries are beginning to feel overwhelming, please remember, support is always available 👐

12/05/2026

Grief in children and young people does not always look the way adults expect it to.

Some may cry openly.
Some may become quiet or withdrawn.
Some may seem completely fine one moment and overwhelmed the next.

There is no 'right' way to grieve.

Gentle support from adults can make a huge difference:
🖤 Use honest, age appropriate language
🖤 Give them space to ask questions
🖤 Keep routines where possible
🖤 Allow all feelings without judgement
🖤 Remember that behaviour can be communication
🖤 Share memories of the person who has died
🖤 Reassure them that they are safe, supported, and loved

Sometimes children and young people need extra support to help them process loss safely and at their own pace.

At Tor Support Services, we offer compassionate support for children and young people experiencing grief and bereavement.

🫴 Please reach out if you feel your child or young person could benefit from support.

11/05/2026

Support that meets young people where they are 🤝

At Tor Support Services, we provide confidential counselling, advice, and emotional support for young people aged 5 - 25.

Whether someone is struggling with anxiety, grief, friendships, family difficulties, self-esteem, exams, identity, loneliness, or simply feeling overwhelmed, they do not have to face it alone.

💬 What support looks like with us:
- A safe, welcoming space
- Sessions tailored to individual needs
- Careful matching with the counsellor best suited to them
- Ongoing support at their own pace
- The option to return for support again in the future whenever needed

📍 Practical Information:
- Sessions typically last around 50 minutes
- Available for ages 5 - 25
- Confidential and compassionate support
- Based in Okehampton, supporting surrounding parishes

No problem is too small.
If it matters to you, it matters to us.

Message us or get in touch to learn more about referrals and support.
📧 [email protected]
📞 01837 53668
💻 Self refer online https://torsupport.org.uk/

08/05/2026

👋 Meet the Team at Tor Support Services 👋

As part of our series introducing the people behind Tor Support Services, today we’re shining a light on someone who keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes…

…meet Merv! 💻

Merv is our tech and data guru, making sure all the systems we rely on work seamlessly and securely. From managing our data to troubleshooting the day-to-day tech challenges, Merv plays a vital role in helping our team focus on what matters most, supporting children and young people.

If you value the work our team does, please like or comment to help us reach more people locally.

And keep an eye out, we’ll be introducing more of the team soon!

07/05/2026

Ten Tors 2026!

Wishing all the young people taking part in ten tors this year the very best of luck! 💪

06/05/2026

Want to do something meaningful in your community? 💚

We’re looking for volunteers to join Tor Support Services.

From trustees to fundraising and other support roles, there are lots of ways to get involved and help us support local young people.

Interested? Contact us on: [email protected]

05/05/2026

Another lovely addition to the Tor Support Team - meet our cuddly, weighted highland cow!

Perfect for hugs and resetting your nervous system 💕

What's her name? We need your ideas so comment your suggestions ✍️

Address

Okehampton College
Okehampton
EX201PW

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	9:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+447886444263

Website

https://torsupport.org.uk/support-our-work/

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