How we can help Skip to content Skip to accessibility statement link Get Help Where you can find us How we can help Who we are Further Support For Professionals ADHD Medication Initiation How we can help What is Choice and Partnership? The Choice and Partnership Approach (CAPA) is used in Grampian Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) to improve access, engagement, and outcomes for children, young people, and their families. It is a collaborative, needs-led model that supports informed decision-making and tailored care. Choice Appointment The Choice appointment is the initial assessment within CAMHS. It’s a collaborative conversation between the young person, their family, and a clinician to explore current concerns, strengths, and goals. The purpose of this appointment is to: Assess whether CAMHS is the most appropriate service to support the young person’s needs Focus on what the young person wants to change or get help for Discuss potential treatment options and agree on a plan for next steps Identify alternative services if CAMHS is not the best fit Partnership Work If CAMHS is agreed to be the right service, the young person may be offered Partnership work. This stage includes: Further assessment and shared understanding (formulation) of the young person’s difficulties Development of a shared understanding of needs and goals Planning and delivering therapeutic intervention, which may include one-to-one work, group therapy, or digital support options Partnership work is goal-focused and regularly reviewed to ensure it remains relevant and effective. It can be delivered in a variety of formats to suit individual needs and preferences, including: Face-to-face sessions Online appointments A combination of both Digital Support: SilverCloud Programmes CAMHS works alongside Grampian’s digital therapies team to offer access to SilverCloud, a secure online platform providing evidence-based programmes based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). These can be used independently or alongside other support. For Parents and Carers, SilverCloud offers guided programmes to help support children and young people experiencing: Anxiety Low mood ADHD-related difficulties For Young People, SilverCloud provides Computerised CBT (C-CBT) programmes designed to help manage symptoms of anxiety and low mood. These can be accessed following a referral from a GP or CAMHS clinician. SilverCloud programmes are flexible, confidential, and can be accessed at your own pace from home. Published: 19/03/2026 21:42 Website Experience Survey Thanks for visiting the NHS Grampian website. We'd really like to hear your thoughts about it through this short survey. Survey