Rethinking emotional regulation, self-harm and resilience
A science-based approach to understanding emotional regulation and self-harm among young people.
The huge rise in teenage self-harm and anxiety shows we need to be talking much more about emotional regulation, trauma and resilience.
The challenges young people face are not personal; they are relevant to us all. We’re biologically designed to survive in a world very different from the one we live in today.
Understanding the human nervous system and the huge impact it has on our daily lives, health and relationships is a foundation for future success and resilience.
Our training draws on insights from neuroscience, psychology and lived experience to explain how the nervous system works constantly to keep us safe and how self-harm is a coping strategy that taps into our mind-body intelligence.
We share scientific insights, conversation starters and practical tools for emotional regulation and resilience. At the heart of our approach is recognising that we must dismantle the stigma around self-harm so that the huge number of young people who are relying on it can fully heal and reach their potential.
“Self-harm elicits so much fear and confusion; it makes no sense – until it does. I discovered the power of tapping into the mind-body science of the nervous system by applying it to my own personal experience of healing from self-harm when I was young. With so many people struggling with anxiety and self-harm today, I have decided to share what I wish someone had told me 25 years ago. ”
Expect to learn about:
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The neuroscience of how self-harm “works”
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The real reason teenage self-harm is on the rise
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How our nervous system works to keep us safe
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How to unlock the power of co-regulation
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The cycle of self-harm and why we must eliminate shame
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The importance of talking about “safe” self-harm
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How to maintain open and trusting conversations
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Practical tools for emotional regulation and resilience
Upcoming events
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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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Rethinking self-harm - an introduction to the neuroscience of self-harm for professionals
A monthly webinar for educators and professionals to provide a science-based perspective on why people self-harm and how to start the conversation. Delivered on Zoom in collaboration with Rose Rowkins, founder of Start the Conversation.
Testimonials
Who we work with...
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Individuals
Neuroscience-based approaches to foster growth and resilience and uncover paths to healing.
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Schools and Organisations
Workshops and talks about emotional resilience, rethinking self-harm and how to be our authentic selves.
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Families and Young People
Mentoring and coaching to support emotional resilience, nervous system regulation and self-worth.
Just getting started and want to chat about how we can support you best?
