Links

The Association for Child Psychotherapists (ACP) is the main UK professional body for those working with children, adolescents and families either individually or in groups regarding a range of psychological difficulties.

The British Psychological Society (BPS) is an organisation which represents psychologists in the UK, and is responsible for promoting ethical standards, excellence and education in psychology.

The principles of the Good Lives Model (GLM) inform much of our therapeutic practice with young people who engage in offending behaviours. The GLM is a strengths-based approach towards rehabilitation, which enables professionals and their clients to work on positive capabilities and qualities in an holistic manner.

​The Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) is the regulator for many professions including social workers and psychologists in the UK.

The Mental Health and Growing Up Factsheets from the Royal College of Psychiatrists provide information and leaflets for young people, their carers and professionals on a range of topics including ADHD, anxiety, bereavement, bullying, depression, sleep disorders, substance misuse and trauma.

The Understanding Childhood website provides downloadable leaflets for child carers and professionals on supporting a young person through childhood and adolescence. Topics include the birth of a new baby, experiences of primary school, separation anxiety and temper tantrums.