A freedom of information request sent to 120 Camhs providers and commissioners generated 55 responses. Of the 55 responses, 29 said they plan to cut budgets in this area.
YoungMinds claimed the biggest spending reductions are taking place in councils, with some reporting Camhs budget cuts of up to 25 per cent.
According to the charity, three children in every classroom have a diagnosable mental health condition and many first seek help for problems including depression, anxiety and self-harm from professionals in school.
But YoungMinds is warning that thousands of children and young people struggling to cope with mental distress may not get the help they need as a result of the cuts.
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