For Parent, Carers, Children and Families

We know parents and carers play a vital role in their child’s wellbeing. We work alongside families, building trust and creating solutions together that feel realistic, respectful and right for them.

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Our work supports families to build connections with others, access wider community resources, and feel part of a supportive network.

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All our community based parent & carer supports are provided free of charge.

You’re in safe hands

Whether it’s play therapy, adult one to one counselling, peer support or advice about your child – we’re here to help

Peer Support Groups

Parenting can be joyful, exhausting and everything in between. From new parents finding their feet to mums and dads navigating the ups and downs of family life, our Peer Support Groups bring people together to share experiences, build connections and find support in a relaxed, welcoming space where you know you’re not alone.

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One to One Counselling & Sand Play Therapy for Parents

Life can bring challenges that feel heavy to carry on your own. 

We offer a calm, steady space where you can take a breath to reflect and explore what’s going on for you. Parents can explore feelings, uncover insights find a way forward that feels right for them.

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Get Support

Our Play Therapy Projects:

Glasgow

Support for children in Kinship Care

Funded by Trades House Glasgow, we offer dedicated Play Therapy spaces for children in Kinship Care — giving them a safe, nurturing place to work through early challenges, rebuild confidence and feel supported every step of the way.

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Edinburgh

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Wellbeing Southwest

Through the Wellbeing Together project, we offer funded, community-based Play Therapy spaces for children in Southwest Edinburgh. Working alongside partners Space, Big Hearts and SAMH, we’re part of a wider network of mental health supports helping children and young people feel heard, understood and supported close to home.

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Nurture Connect Thrive

In partnership with Wester Hailes Living Centre GP Practice, we’re supporting children who repeatedly present with health issues by focusing on the emotional wellbeing of both parents and their children. By strengthening nurturing parent–child relationships, we’re helping families feel more connected, reducing stress, and improving overall mental health — ultimately leading to better long‑term health outcomes.

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Kids Haven

In partnership with Westerhaven, we’re providing Play Therapy for children affected by a family member’s cancer journey, giving them a safe space to express their feelings, feel heard, and be supported during an incredibly difficult time.

Kinship Care

East End Kinship Carers meet fortnightly on Monday mornings at With Kids, offering a relaxed, welcoming space to share experiences, get support and feel understood. Alongside the group, we also offer carefully designed training sessions for Kinship Carers, helping you think about what’s going on for you and your child. It’s a space to breathe, connect and feel part of a community that’s right beside you.

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