Kooth provides in-the-moment and preventative mental health support, with no waiting lists.
This online support is critical.
The number of people with mental health conditions has doubled in Scotland over the last decade, with young people being the most affected group, according to data from Scotland's 2022 Census.
Our new data report looking at those seeking support across Scotland between June 2021 and September 2024 shows that:
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In an average 3 months, young people made 2,600 entries in their online journals, they explored 6,900 discussion boards, and read 1,500 therapeutic articles.
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Kooth is not just a platform—it’s a lifeline. That’s why 87% of users say they’d recommend it to a friend.
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90% found Kooth to be a useful and accessible source of support
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Over 80% of those engaging in a single one-to-one session with a mental health practitioner reported positive outcomes
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86% of users say they feel heard, understood, and respected. And 93% would recommend Kooth’s counselling to others
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More than 1,000 young people across Scotland log in to Kooth every day, accessing support without the burden of waiting lists.
