Families and young people

Young people are growing up at a challenging time and anxiety and mental health issues are soaring. We support families to understand the science of self-harm and emotional resilience.

Our support is mainly targeted at parents and carers to help address the fear and confusion that can arise when you discover someone is self-harming. Topics we discuss include the cycle of self-harm, the science behind why it "works", how to start the conversation and the power of co-regulation.

How we can work together…

  • Monthly webinar for parents and carers

    An online group session to provide insights and advice those supporting a child who is self-harming.

  • 1:1 conversations for parents and carers

    A 1:1 conversation for parents and carers who who would prefer a more personal conversation.

  • Mentoring and coaching for young people

    A three-session programme on the science of self-harm, emotional regulation and long-term resilience.

Book a discovery call to learn more

What we might talk about…

  • Why people self-harm including the science of why it “works” and how it can become an addictive cycle.

  • How our nervous system constantly scans for threats, the impact this has on our lives and tools for emotional regulation.

  • It's crucial not to avoid it, but starting the conversation must be calm and non-judgemental. We look at what to say and what not to say - based on input from teenagers themselves.

  • What comprises a traumatic experience, how it impacts emotional resilience and ways we can heal from it.

Upcoming events

  • Understanding self-harm - a monthly webinar for parents and carers

    We understand that discovering someone you care about is self-harming is scary and distressing, but being calm and nonjudgemental is one of the best things you can do. This small-group conversation is an opportunity to learn from lived experience so that you can provide the safety and support that is needed.

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Testimonials

  • "Your guidance has empowered me to move beyond guilt and reactivity, enabling me to approach the situation with understanding and helpfulness. This has been a significant step forward in both my personal growth and in aiding my child more constructively."

    Parent

  • “I learnt a lot through counselling about why I self-harmed but the science explains so much more”

    Student, aged 17

  • "I recently attended your webinar as a parent of a child who self-harms, and I wanted to share my gratitude for the invaluable information provided. It shed light on the underlying reasons for my child's behavior and offered a new perspective on how to support them effectively."

    Parent

Just getting started and want to chat about how we can support your family best?

Other sources of information and support

There are many brilliant organisations out there that can provide additional support to adults and young people.

National Self Harm Network

24/7 crisis support, information
advice for individuals and families

Harmless

National centre of excellence for self harm and suicide prevention.

Young Minds

The UK’s leading mental health charity for young people

Heads above the Waves

Creative non-profit raising awareness of depression and self-harm

If you are worried that your child is at immediate risk or they have been seriously injured, call 999 for emergency services or take them straight to A&E if you can. For mental health services, contact your GP or your local authority wellbeing service for children and young people and specialist Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).