Youth Work Programs
Our Youth groups offer young people fun, safe environments where they can interact with their peers and develop new interests.
At the YI Hub you will find a collective of relational professional practitioners who are committed to the providing a safe place to be, for the mental health and emotional wellbeing of our families, children and young people.
We are BACP & COSCA registered and provide:
We work with clients individually or collectively, meeting their needs therapeutically and/or supportively.
At YI a multi-disciplinary team work within the same location so there’s no need to navigate complicated referral pathways.
There is no wrong door here, and we take great pride in our person centred relational way of working.
Our centre in Renfrewshire is a welcoming, safe place to be and we have built strong relationships and partnerships and have earned a good reputation for being reliable, competent, and trustworthy.
A relational space to be that improves emotional wellbeing.
Improved relationships within families by offering supportive 1:1’s.
Improved coping strategies for young people affected by ACE’s.
Improved manageability
Experience of play/fun for children/young people leading to a better sense of self during the time of identity formation
Reduced feelings of isolation and improved mental health
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I’m Louise, the founder and Clinical/Service Director at Youth Interventions, a Children, Young Person and Family Centre based in Renfrewshire. I’m an Integrated Clinical Psychotherapist / Counsellor / Coach with specialisms in young people, substance use disorders and neurodiversity. My experience in the field of mental health is extensive and I have worked across all of the capacities including:
Not all things in life are equal and I’m committed to giving disempowered oppressed families and young people a voice by offering them a safe space to be where they can improve their mental health and emotional wellbeing.
Hi, I’m Emma. I’m the Projects Manager and a Psychotherapist/Counsellor at YI.
My job is varied and interesting and over the years at YI I’ve supported young people through their counselling experience, worked closely with families, and co-facilitated a range of projects from Equally Safe to our Neurodiversity Wellbeing Programme.
I love my job, and like many people who reach into YI, I’ve also grown so much in confidence. I’ve had the chance to shape my own ideas, try new things, and really find my voice in the work I do.
Growing up, I went through some tough times myself, and that’s a big part of why I wanted to work with young people. I know what it feels like to need support and I’m committed to making sure others don’t have to face things alone. That’s one of the reasons I love YI.
The other reason? The weans. Their chaos and (sometimes) funny jokes, the trust they give you, and the way they can brighten your whole day with one unexpected sentence and a smile.
Hi, I’m Gillian. I’m a Psychotherapist and Practitioner here at Youth Inspired.
I’m really excited to be returning to YI after previously being part of the team. I took some time away to have my baby and now feels like the right time to come back to work at a place that I’m so passionate about and love. I have experience working with both young people and adults, delivering one-to-one counselling sessions, group work and workshops.
Over the years, I’ve worked closely with individuals facing addiction, those who have experience with the justice system and those who are neurodivergent, supporting them in ways that feel accessible, non-judgemental and tailored to them. My approach is very much person-centred — I don’t believe one size fits all. I focus on building strong, trusting relationships, where people feel safe to explore who they are, with the understanding that they are the experts in their own journey.
I see my role as walking alongside them, offering guidance and support as they move towards where they want to be, ensuring they know they don’t need to face it alone. I’ve had my own personal struggles in the past and know what it feels like to not know where to turn. That’s a big part of why I care so deeply about the work YI do.
I’m committed to making sure people feel seen, heard and supported — and that they have access to the kind of support that can truly help them thrive and reach their goals.
Hi everyone!
I’m Aimee, the Youth Team Leader here at Youth Inspired.
My job is to lead our team of fantastic Youth Practitioners, creating lots of activities and things for young people to get involved at across our many youth groups and projects. I also work closed with the Counsellors/Psychotherapists providing Therapeutic Mentoring groups and 1:1 mentoring sessions for children and young people. and role consists of leading our dedicated youth team and one-to- one mentoring sessions. You’ll mostly find me at the YI Hub, but I also work in partnership with Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) and the Glasgow Chamber of Commerce to create meaningful opportunities and real-world experiences where young people get to experience the work force work in 8 different working sectors on the (G.R.O.W) program.
I am very passionate about empowering young people, building strong relationships, and ensuring every individual feels heard, supported, and inspired, to be the best version of themselves. Every day brings something different and I love being at the heart of it.
My name is Eilish, and I’m a Youth Practitioner working with children and young people across a range of youth groups at the YI Hub. I love my job – the Hub is an inclusive, and engaging spaces where young people feel comfortable and are able to be themselves. Most of the time when we first meet them they are shy, or low in confidence, and maybe don’t even want to be at the Hub, but through time and our experiences together young people are able to build confidence, express their ideas, and develop important life skills. I value the collaboration and commitment of the team and I’m committed to making sure every young person feels heard, respected, and supported within their community.
My name is Nicole and I’m a YI Practitioner. I have a BA Psychology degree and I’m currently working towards gaining my MSc in Clinical Psychology. I’m involved in most of the projects at YI and I also carry out therapeutic mentoring sessions with children and young people. I co-facilitate lots of the groupwork we offer, including Condition Management, Well-being and Neurodiversity Programmes. I am passionate about supporting children and young people, helping them to growconfidence and reach their full potential.
Hi, I’m Skye, I’m a youth practitioner here at YI. My role consists of co-facilitating the youth groups and 1-2-1 sessions, to support and encourage all the young people that attend, whether that’s with expressing awareness or sharing good moments. I believe in allowing each individual young person to express their ideas within the group and create activities enhancing on their creations. I am also a voluntary Sports Coach outside of work, which means I lead lessons with children in various sports, engaging changes to make every child I work with included. I also study full-time at university, I’m currently in my final year to achieve my BSc Psychology degree, to hopefully further my education in a postgraduate qualification in Primary education or social work. I’m looking forward to working with more young people and starting a new adventure with the team here at YI.
Hi, I’m Cherie I’ve recently retired having spent 40 years with the NHS and I've taken on the role of housekeeper at Youth Inspired. I absolutely love being part of the team and I find it rewarding. When I’m not at work, you’ll usually find me bowling, swimming, crocheting, or out walking my dog. I also treasure spending time with friends and keeping life full of laughter and good company.
Not all things are equal and whilst we’re not an organisation that addresses the structural causes of poverty, we recognise that they can and do contribute to poor mental health and increased stressors. We deliver most of what we do as a charitable organisation, so by supporting us as a corporate partner you’ll be assisting us to deliver this much valued and cherished place to be.
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