The STEADY Group

STEADY is a supportive, skills‑building group for young people who may benefit from a structured space to understand their emotions, feel more grounded, and develop practical tools for everyday challenges. Rooted in psychological approaches that support safety and regulation, the group focuses on strengthening coping skills, confidence, and emotional awareness - without asking young people to share personal stories.

What Does STEADY Offer?

STEADY is designed for young people who may experience strong emotions, difficulties with regulation, or moments that feel overwhelming. Through simple, practical activities and psychoeducation, the group helps young people:

• Strengthen emotional regulation
• Learn coping strategies for tricky moments
• Understand thoughts, feelings, and body responses
• Build a sense of safety, stability, and choice
• Recognise strengths and grow confidence

The group is non‑disclosure based - young people never have to talk about their past or share personal experiences.

What Will Sessions Look Like?

Each session follows a predictable, steady rhythm to support emotional safety. Young people might:

• Learn grounding tools such as breathwork, sensory techniques, or movement
• Explore how thoughts, feelings, and body reactions connect
• Practise coping skills through structured activities
• Build awareness of triggers and patterns
• Reflect on strengths and what helps them feel more in control

Sessions will be calm, supportive, and paced to help young people feel settled and able to take part.

What Does STEADY Stand For?

S – Safety
Creating emotional and physical safety through grounding, predictability, and co‑regulation.

T – Thoughts & Feelings
Understanding how thoughts, feelings, and body sensations link together.

E – Emotional Regulation
Learning practical strategies to manage strong emotions.

A – Awareness & Agency
Recognising patterns and developing a sense of choice and control.

D – Developing Skills
Practising coping, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

Y – You
Focusing on strengths, values, and how skills can be used beyond the group.

Who Is the Group For?

STEADY is suitable for young people who:

• Will be in Years 7–9
• Would benefit from skills‑based emotional support
• Are able to engage in a small group
• Have a supportive carer or network
• Experience mild to moderate emotional or regulation‑related difficulties

It is not a trauma‑processing or disclosure‑based therapy group and is not suitable for young people in acute crisis.

Who Runs the Group?

The STEADY Group is facilitated by two experienced therapists:

• Sam – Lead Facilitator and Psychotherapist
• Georgina – Facilitator, Environmental Arts Therapist and Drama Therapist

Together, they create a warm, accepting environment where young people can feel safe, seen, and supported.

Key Details

Online Carer Workshop
20th October | 10:00am – 12:00pm

Optional Young Person Online Meet & Greet
28th October | Time that suits the young person

Group Sessions (Tuesdays, 13:00–14:45)
3rd November
10th November
17th November
24th November
1st December
8th December

How to Refer

Young people who wish to attend can let their social worker know. For social workers, please see our Referral Page to download the referral form and supporting documents.