Welcome to the Battersea youth clinic. The aim of the clinic is to offer a safe space for the young people of Battersea to access healthcare services and other local support. Whether it be advice on mental health, contraception, medicines, a sports injury or something more serious. We know having an appointment with a GP can be daunting and we want to help with this. A youth link worker will be part of the service, to support you through the process.

Telephone, video or face to face appointments will be available. Patients will need to be registered with one of the 5 practices in Battersea but this is very easy and can be done online via one of the links.

The clinic offers a wider service linking young people with other organisations that can help with issues like loneliness, emotional wellbeing, bullying, family problems, crime etc. E.g. putting you in touch with sports clubs, youth clubs, mentoring, mediators, counselling, careers advice etc.

Confidentiality: We are here to listen not to tell.

• You can be sure that anything you discuss with any member of this practice – family doctor, nurse or receptionist – will stay confidential.
• Even if you are under 16 nothing will be said to anyone – including parents, other family members, care workers or tutors – without your permission.
• The only reason why we might have to consider passing on confidential information without your permission, would be to protect you or someone else from serious harm. We would always try to discuss this with you first.
• If you are being treated elsewhere – for example at a hospital or a young people’s centre – it is best if you allow the doctor or nurse to inform the practice of any treatment you are receiving.
• If you have any worries about confidentiality, please feel free to ask a member of staff.

If you would like to book an appointment with our Youth Link worker, please use this form to ask our Youth Link worker, Alethea, your question.