I run weekly therapeutic groups for foster carers- FOSTERS FIRST.
FOSTERS FIRST- CARING FOR THOSE WHO CARE!
The aim of these groups is to create a safe and reflective space for foster carers, where they can share experiences, build resilience, and explore the challanges of fostering. Together, we will focus on strengthening emotional well being, reducing burnout, and developing practical strategies for supporting children who have experienced trauma.
Through my direct work with children and teenagers in foster care, I have seen first hand the struggles they face and the emotional tool this can take on those who care for them. Foster carers often witness profund suffering and are sometimes confronted with extremely challenging behaviour. These experinces leave a mark and can affect even the most dedicated carers in their ability to provide the best possible care.
With the current shortage of foster carers, it is more important than ever to provide them with meaningful support. These groups offer carers the resources they need to feel empowered, confident, connected and supported in their vital role, ultimately improving stability for both carers and the children they care for.
Psychoeducation will be provided, and topics like attachments, boundaries, emotional regulation, neuroscience and neurobiology awareness,child developmental stages, trauma impact, loss, anxiety, will be addressed.
Please contact me for more information.
THERAPY FOR CHILDREN AND TEENAGERS IN FOSTER CARE
Therapy takes place in schools, throughout the academic year. It provides a space where loss and separation can be addressed, alongside feelings of sadness, anger, rage, not good enough, not special, not important. Weekly therapy sessions can have a significant positive impact on overall emotional wellbeing, behaviour, and relationships and can improve academic performance and attitude towards learning.
If you consider that a child in your care might benefit from one to one sessions, please don't hesitate to contact me.
CONSULTANCY
Alongside direct work with carers and children, I provide consultancy for social workers and fostering agencies professionals. I am offering a space for reflective practice,training and guidance on working with children in care and their families. This can include consultation around placement placement stability, managing complex behaviours, trauma informed practice, and supporting carers effectively.
By working together, we can ensure foster carers feel equipped and valued, social workers feel supported in their challenging roles
