Rethinking self-harm and emotional regulation
A science-based approach to understanding emotional regulation and self-harm.
The huge rise in teenage anxiety and self-harm 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 self-awareness and resilience.
Our self-harm training draws on insights from neuroscience, psychology and lived experience to explain how the nervous system works 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 that support emotional regulation and resilience. At the heart of our approach is recognising that we must dismantle the stigma around self-harm so that young people can go on to heal and reach their potential.
Self-harm training for schools and organisations
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The science of resilience
2-3 hour workshop, online or in-person
An overview of how our nervous system works, how it relates to anxiety and emotional resilience, and practical tools we can all use to regulate our nervous system.
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Rethinking self-harm
1.5-2 hour workshop, online or in-person
An overview of the science of self-harm and how to start the conversation – including why so many young people are turning to self-harm. We’ll deep dive into the cycle of self-harm and positive interventions.
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Understanding self-harm
1 hour talk, online or in-person
An introduction to the science of self-harm and how to support young people, focussing on teenage anxiety and the nervous system. This self-harm training can be built into school INSET training days and other events.
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Talks for families and students
1 hour talk, online or in-person talks
Informative and inspiring talks for students and parents/carers on topics including teenage anxiety, the nervous system, self-harm, emotional regulation and resilience.
Join our online monthly talks
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Rethinking self-harm for professionals and educators
A monthly self-harm training webinar for educators and professionals providing a science-based perspective on teenage anxiety, why people self-harm and how to start the conversation. Delivered on Zoom in collaboration with Rose Rowkins, founder of Start the Conversation.
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Rethinking self-harm 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.
Expect to learn about:
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The neuroscience of how self-harm “works”
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The real reason teenage anxiety and 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
Testimonials
“I self-harmed when I was at University. I didn’t understand why. I wanted to stop, but I couldn’t. I felt alone and confused.”
No one told me that self-harm was my way of trying to cope. Nobody helped me to see what was happening in my mind and body and how it involved my nervous system. After researching the science and training as a resilience coach, I’m no longer ashamed that I self-harmed. I’ve been empowered by what I learnt and I’m on a mission to share it.
Just getting started and want to chat about how we can support you best?
