Impulse Control
Self-Harm Behaviours
Compassionate, non-judgemental support for self-injury.
Understanding self-harm behaviours
Self-harm is the act of deliberately hurting oneself to cope with overwhelming emotions, numbness, or distress. It is a signal of deep pain, not attention-seeking, and it responds to warm, skilled, judgement-free care.
Signs to look for
- Deliberate self-injury to manage feelings
- Hiding injuries and feeling deep shame
- Escalating frequency or severity
- Feeling numb, overwhelmed, or empty
- Difficulty naming or regulating emotions
How we help
- Warm, non-judgemental crisis support
- Emotion-regulation and coping skills
- Understanding the function of self-harm
- Trauma-informed care
- Safety planning and ongoing support
We're here for you
You don't have to carry this alone
Whatever you're facing, a confidential, compassionate conversation is one call away. There's no judgement here, only support.