“As a parent, it was heartbreaking watching my child struggle and not knowing where to turn. We tried to find support, but the information was scattered and confusing. We tried reaching out to school but this was useful for my child as they did noy like school. We went to our GP, who referred my child to CAMHS only to be told we did not meet the criteria and to try parenting programmes, which was not the answer! I didn’t know what services were available locally or how long we’d have to wait. Thrive would have been a lifeline – having clear guidance, resources for parents, and advice on what to do while waiting would have helped us feel less helpless and more supported.”