Group therapeutic support
Our group therapeutic support groups are safe and welcoming spaces.
How can group therapy help?
Therapeutic group sessions can be an effective option for children and young people to develop social skills and confidence, and provide a safe space to learn coping mechanisms.
They can also provide a safe, reflective, collaborative space for caregivers to explore their challenges, and celebrate their successes.
Find out what group sessions we have to offer below or visit our referral page.
Visit this page to make a referral.
The STEADY Group
STEADY is a supportive skills‑based group for young people in care who want help understanding their emotions, feeling safer in their bodies, and coping better when things feel overwhelming. Designed for young people who will be in Years 7–9, the group focuses on emotional regulation, practical coping strategies, and building confidence - without asking anyone to talk about their past or share personal experiences.
Grounded in trauma‑informed and psychologically informed approaches, STEADY brings together skills from cognitive‑behavioural, attachment‑informed, somatic and compassion‑focused models.
To register your interest, see the referral link below, and for any enquiries contact: [email protected]
Click here to download further information for carers and professionals about the STEADY group, or download our leaflet for young people below.
Creative Roots
A creative & nature‑based therapy group for young people
Creative Roots is a warm, welcoming therapy group for young people aged 13–15 who want space to express themselves, build confidence, and feel calmer. Through a blend of creative arts and nature‑based activities, the group helps young people explore their feelings, develop coping skills, and connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Sessions will take place at Whistlewood Common with activities ranging from art-making and mindfulness to outdoor creativity around the firepit (weather and safety permitting).
To register your interest, see the referral link below, and for any enquiries contact: [email protected]
Click here to download further information for carers and professionals about Creative Roots or download our leaflet for young people below.
Attachment Group
This group programme, inspired by Kim Golding’s Foundations for Attachment, is all about helping foster carers feel more confident with therapeutic parenting. Each session mixes reflection, discussion, and hands-on activities to explore how developmental trauma affects children and how carers can respond in a thoughtful, connected way.
RE-Play (TBC)
More information will be added in due course.
Contact our duty line: 01332 505484
