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Outdoor Therapeutic Groups
Our outdoor therapeutic groups provide a safe and supportive environment for children to explore their emotions, build resilience, and connect with others. Rooted in Child-Centred Play Therapy (CCPT) and Forest School principles, these sessions blend therapeutic support with engaging, nature-based activities such as den-building, campfire cooking, music-making, and creative crafts. Each session is led by two nature-based therapists and carefully designed to foster emotional well-being, encourage positive social interaction, and inspire confidence, all while enjoying the calming and restorative effects of the natural world. Group size is limited to 8 children.
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Book a taster session (if available) here.​
Community
Our outdoor therapeutic groups create a supportive space where children can build meaningful connections with their peers and the natural world. Through shared experiences like den-building, campfire cooking, and team challenges, children develop social skills, strengthen relationships, and foster a sense of belonging. The group setting encourages collaboration, trust, and empathy, helping children feel seen, valued, and understood.
Resilience
Spending time in nature and engaging in outdoor activities can help children build emotional and mental resilience. By overcoming challenges like lighting a campfire, whittling wood, or creating something with clay, children gain confidence in their abilities and learn to navigate setbacks in a safe and nurturing environment. The natural setting itself provides a calming influence, supporting emotional regulation and reducing stress.
Connection
Spending time with our feathered friends (Dame Hilda, Thelma, Louise, Carrera and Sadie) can help children develop empathy, responsibility, and a sense of calm as they care for and observe them. Feeding, handling, or simply sitting quietly near the chickens can be grounding and soothing, encouraging presence. These moments of connection with animals often help children build confidence, reduce stress, and foster a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.