Welcome to Alaria
A gentle, nature-led approach to well-being. Supporting children, young people, and families to reconnect, build resilience, and find calm.
Our Services
Outdoor (& Indoor) Play Therapy
Calm, child-led play therapy in safe, nurturing spaces – outdoors in nature or indoors in our beautiful playroom. Sessions offer children time to express themselves freely, build trust, and feel supported, guided by experienced therapists who follow each child’s pace and interests.
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Therapeutic Forest School
Supportive group sessions held outdoors – blending eco-therapy and Forest School principles to nurture well-being and a sense of belonging. Through shared experiences in nature, participants build confidence, develop social connection, and discover joy in creativity and collaboration.
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Young Person Sessions (11-18)
Flexible, supportive 1-2-1 sessions tailored to each young person – offering a choice of indoor talking therapy, outdoor walk-and-talk sessions, animal-assisted therapy, or creative outdoor activities like campfires and den-building. A calm, nature-connected space to build confidence, self-expression, and emotional well-being.
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Kate
“I am actually quite emotional writing this email, as watching the happiness and confidence in both girls after attending the Alaria sessions during the summer was just amazing. They were naturally quite anxious attending the first session, but it was incredibly reassuring how comfortable they felt in the presence of the staff and environment at Alaria that first time. The second time, they were both excited about going. I just wanted to say a massive thank you for providing an environment where the kids feel safe to be themselves."​
Laura
"In finding Alaria, it feels like we have finally found somewhere our child can be themselves, and in being free to be himself he is increasing his confidence. He returns home in a much more regulated manner than he does from say school, so we have a day a week where he is calmer and this is a benefit to the whole family. In a way it feels like finding Alaria has been like finding my child, we see him shine and have fun, and the anxiety and all the other things he carries around each day seem much lighter for him."
Anonymous
"She was absolutely buzzing, telling us all about it even though a few hours before she hadn't wanted to come."