Do you worry about what to do when your child has a meltdown in public? It’s natural to want to … Read More
How Clinical Work Provides Value for Money in a Pressured System
With a system under strain, early clinical support provides real value for money. It is well recognised by researchers that … Read More
Supporting Schools with Children’s Mental Health: How Do We Help Teachers be the Difference?
Over the last few years children’s social, emotional and mental health needs in school and at home have increased, whilst … Read More
Nobody comes to Beacon Family Services CIC looking for Theraplay® (but it works)
Nobody comes to Beacon Family Services CIC because they’re looking for Theraplay®. They come because they’re worried and often exhausted. … Read More
The benefits of including parents and caregivers in child therapy sessions
If your child is receiving therapy with Beacon Family Services for past trauma, attending as a parent or caregiver provides … Read More
Why Are School Friendships and Peer Relationships Hard for Some Children? How Can Adults and Teachers Help?
Friendships should be one of the easiest parts of childhood, running, giggling and inventing worlds together. But for some children, … Read More
Finding Post-Adoption Support in Birmingham: 2026 Guide
If you’re here, you might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or wondering what kind of support your family needs right now. … Read More
Why does my teenager make me feel so inadequate? Advice for adoptive parents
Does your emotionally heightened teen constantly find you embarrassing, assert their independence, and make you feel like you’re getting it … Read More
How to help your child adjust to a sleep routine with the Spring Clock Change and clocks going forward
The spring forward clock change can throw your child’s sleep routine off kilter. Child sleep expert Leanne Wilkinson describes ways … Read More
Eastside Projects Exhibition – Compensare: For the Swallows We Weigh by Marley Starskey Butler
An exhibition about play therapy and building relationships Mark it in your diary! Everyone is welcome at the new Compensare: … Read More