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How to cope if your child is self-harming

Eastenders has recently been praised by several mental health charities for its sensitive portrayal of its self-harm storyline. In recent weeks, Amy – daughter of Jack Branning (Scott Maslen)- has been feeling isolated from her family and friends, and is…

12 Days of Christmas campaign to provide support and advice for every family

Christmas will be particularly challenging for many of us this year due to the current economic crisis. Many parents will worry about managing their children’s expectations in the run-up to Christmas Day, or how to entertain little ones on a…

How can I tell if my child is being bullied? | Anti-Bullying Week 2022

For parents, bullying is always a concern. With our child’s school lives being mostly a mystery, and all manner of conversations happening on their mobile phones, it can be hard for parents to keep on top of their social interactions.…

Coping with climate anxiety | Tips for supporting children and young people

The climate crisis is taking a growing toll on the mental health of children and young people. Increasing levels of “eco-anxiety” – the chronic fear of environmental doom – were likely to be underestimated and damaging to many in the…

How to spot the signs of stress and start putting your wellbeing first | Tips for parents

As parents, we always have a lot on our plate, from juggling childcare and homework to kids’ parties and activities. However, add in a job, relationships, and finances, and you’ve got stress. Even if your job is great, your relationships…

Staying safe on Bonfire Night

Whatever you do on Bonfire Night, the number one aim is for you and your kids to have lots of fun. You definitely don’t want the night to end with you and your little one spending the evening in the Accident and Emergency…

Coping with the clock changes: Bedtime routine tips for parents

It’s an anxious time for all parents: the dreaded clock change is this Sunday. Those without kids get the luxury of an extra hour in bed, but parents can get woken up too early by children whose sleep pattern is…

Helping your child cope with change

At this time of year, many children have just changed schools or may be leaving home for the first time to go to college or work. Nicola Baldwin, Spurgeons Parenting Lead and Debbie Pattison, Spurgeons Digital Counselling Manager, offer some…

Family hub provides holistic early years support

It’s vitally important that vulnerable children are properly supported from very early on. Statutory services are not always the answer, particularly for families with multiple and complex needs who may distrust agencies. In Ramsgate, our supporters have helped our Fegans…

The loneliness of parenting a child with autism

Our mission is to support every parent and child through the tough times, whatever their unique situation. For Jenny*, discovering that her 11-year old son Jack* had autism changed her world. But with the help of Spurgeons Counselling Services, provided…

Tag: Schools Counselling

Tag: Schools Counselling

How to cope if your child is self-harming

12 Days of Christmas campaign to provide support and advice for every family

How can I tell if my child is being bullied? | Anti-Bullying Week 2022

Coping with climate anxiety | Tips for supporting children and young people

How to spot the signs of stress and start putting your wellbeing first | Tips for parents

Staying safe on Bonfire Night

Coping with the clock changes: Bedtime routine tips for parents

Helping your child cope with change

Family hub provides holistic early years support

The loneliness of parenting a child with autism

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Tag: Schools Counselling