Is your child struggling with their mental health?
Do they experience difficulty attending school?
Do you think they may be neurodivergent?
We offer:
- An in depth assessment of needs
- 8 weeks of free, family focused support
- 1:1 therapeutic sessions
- Access to an experienced children's mental health nurse
- Long term support at affordable rates
Email admin@thrivingmindsproject.co.uk to enquire about mental health support
Join our Thriving Minds Social Group to meet others, attend social events and get advice
Donate via our Go Fund Me page to help us keep supporting children
Who are we?
Thriving Minds Project is run by Lissy, a registered Mental Health Nurse specialising in Children and Adolescents.
Lissy qualified as a Mental Health Nurse in 2016, and has since worked in acute children and adolescent's mental health, supporting young people going through crisis and those going through rehabilitation. She then took a community based role supporting children who are still attending mainstream school, but experiencing often complex emerging mental health issues.
In February 2022 Elisabeth began Thriving Minds Project, working to support young people and their families to improve their mental health and wellbeing. She is also undertaking a Master's degree in Child and Adolescent Mental Health.
Working Differently
A child-focused approach, working together with children, families and schools
At Thriving Minds Project, the child is at the centre of everything we do. Our assessments not only take into account the experiences of the child, but help children find their own priorities for improving their mental wellbeing. We work with parents and carers to develop a wider picture of the child's life, and help them to better understand what their child is going through.
We also know that poor mental health is not just about what is going on in the mind. Things like life events, problems at school, undiagnosed developmental or learning difficulties or communication barriers can all play a part. This is why we also support parents to navigate these challenges, giving their children the best chance of success.
What is our goal?
Based in Northampton, Thriving Minds Project aims to empower children, families and schools to create positive and inclusive environments, use strategies to improve mental health, and tackle key challenges such as non-attendance of school in the local area. We believe that everyone should have access to the support they need without worrying about having to pay for help, so we offer free consultations for parents and 8 free sessions to young people.
Accessible, 1:1 therapeutic work tailored to personal needs, support with understanding Autism and ADHD diagnoses
Consultations for parents whose children are facing mental health challenges, and support groups for parents.
Support dealing with the challenges of school non-attendance, such as finding suitable adjustments and knowing your child's rights
Recognising Neurodiversity
What is neurodiversity and how does it impact what we do?
Neurodiversity is an umbrella term for those of us who's minds work differently from the 'typical' person. It includes things like Autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and more. Recognising that many children are neurodiverse (and plenty are not yet diagnosed!) enables us to make adjustments to the day to day environment to support children more effectively. And what's essential for neurodiverse brains, is also great for neurotypical brains!
We have experience in working with neurodivergent children and families, get in touch if you would like advice or information by emailing lissy.pattison@thrivingmindsproject.co.uk
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