About YES
YES are an independent and youth-focussed charity, based in the heart of North-East Essex.
You can find out more information about the work that YES does, the staff that make it happen and the history of the organisation below.
Our Team
Meet Our Team
Find out about the people behind the services that YES provides and make YES what it is.
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Our Services
Our Services
Find out more about the services that we provide for young people in North-East Essex.
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Our History
Our History
Discover more about our past and how we came to be the charity that we are today.
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Our Core Values
Our Vision
Our Vision is that all young people have access to timely information, advice and support that helps them to achieve their goals and meet their aspirations.
Our Mission
Our Mission is to provide an easily accessible, non-judgemental empowering, counselling and support service for children and young people in North-East Essex that empowers them to make positive decisions and life choices.
Referrals
If you would like to refer yourself or somebody else to YES, please visit our Support Page.
Getting Support
"We're lucky that somewhere like this exists in the middle of Colchester. Why doesn't everyone use it?"
Anon
Parent of Service User
Featured News and Events
YES Today – Issue #6
June 19, 2026
Catch up on the latest news and updates at Essex and Suffolk YES
Mental Health Awareness Week 2025: Supporting Young People
May 9, 2025
Mental health is so important—especially for young people. But asking for support isn’t always easy, and that’s why YES are working hard to ensure that
Thank you Jo Bell
May 1, 2025
This week we were so happy to welcome singer/songwriter Jo Bell back to our Colchester Office. Jo wrote and performed the song ‘Absent Friends’ and
