The Base for Children & Young People

Our specialist service for children and families

A range of creative therapy and support options for children and young people

Our core purpose is to prevent and reduce the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and poor mental health  on children, young people and/ or adults through our holistic services at Future Living Hertford.

Taking the research and data we have gained over the years, we have developed a children’s service, The Base, designed around the specific needs of children.

The Base is open to all, but specialises in working with children and young people who have been affected by domestic abuse.

 

This dynamic service is actively involved in research to influence policy and practice at a local and national level.

 

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Child psychologist

Our vision is a world in which all children’s voices are heard and valued and where all children and young people can access the emotional wellbeing support that they need.

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Creative and talk Therapy

We offer a range of creative and talk therapy for children and young people. Sessions are 45 minutes in duration and are charged at £30 per session, taking place once per week. 

For more information, or to make a referral, call 01992 537 344, or email us. 

Young Hearts

Young Hearts

  • A healthy relationships programme for young people in primary and secondary schools
  • Exploring how to build healthy relationships and recognise unhealthy ones
  • 4 x weekly sessions of one hour for each year 6 class or
  • 4 x weekly sessions for two year 6 classes together in the hall

For more information, or to make a booking, call 01992 537 344 or email us. 

Kids Kit

We are currently re-developing this programme, which will be for parents of children who have experienced or witnessed domestic abuse. Please email: [email protected] if you would like to be added to the interest list. 

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Children’s Voices Campaign

Future Living is campaigning for change for children to have their thoughts, feelings and voices heard, particularly in the judicial arena where contact orders are being decided.

We hope that with your help we will be able to influence and support those decision makers to ensure the quality of child arrangements especially where domestic abuse is involved.

You can help us by signing up to support our campaign and make a difference to children’s lives, breaking the cycle of domestic abuse for the future.

Learn more via our blog

Theory of change for Children & Young People

 

Neurobiological research confirms that stressful or traumatic experiences early in life can have a profound and destructive impact on the brain. Mental health problems, domestic violence, substance abuse, and homelessness have an overwhelming impact on the child’s stress management system.

Future Livings approach is unique in combining a comprehensive, wrap around range of services utilising a range of s psychotherapeutic intervention for children and young people, resulting in long-term positive outcomes for children and families.