

Who we are
the lowdown is a voluntary Mental Health charity, providing free and confidential counselling, emotional wellbeing, sexual health and LGBTQ support services for 11-25 year olds.
We believe there is no need for young people to experience difficult situations alone.
About us
the lowdown offers a caring environment where young people are supported on their journey towards positive emotional health and wellbeing.
We’re proud recipients of The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. We’re also members of the REACH partnership of five agencies – providing professional and confidential youth counselling for young people across Northamptonshire.
You’re safe with us
Our fully trained team provides safe, friendly, confidential and non-judgemental services. There are various ways to get in touch and then we will work out together how we can best support each young person.
Our 5 core services
the lowdown is a voluntary Mental Health charity, providing free and confidential counselling, emotional wellbeing, sexual health and LGBTQ support services for 11-25 year olds.
We believe there is no need for young people to experience difficult situations alone.
About us
the lowdown offers a caring environment where young people are supported on their journey towards positive emotional health and wellbeing.
We’re proud recipients of The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. We’re also members of the REACH partnership of five agencies – providing professional and confidential youth counselling for young people across Northamptonshire.
You’re safe with us
Our fully trained team provides safe, friendly, confidential and non-judgemental services. There are various ways to get in touch and then we will work out together how we can best support each young person.
Our 5 core services

We’d love to hear from you
We are based in the heart of Northampton’s town centre so you can pop in and see us, or you can contact us in other ways if that’s easier for you.