Overview
A monthly group for adopted children (age 5 -14), building social skills through different forms of art. We have a music therapist from Whole Step and play therapist Stephanie Ollis joining us.
The children will be split into age groups. Parents are required to stay for the duration of the session in the room next door where we will hold our Adopter’s Support Group. You can attend the Adopter’s Support Group without a child attending Let’s Get Creative. Please book a Parent/Carer ticket.
We are very grateful to Children in Need for supporting this project.
     
Event outline
Let's Get Creative! offers:
- A music therapist
- A play therapist
- Extensive experience in attachment and therapeutic arts
Come along and:
- Have fun
- Make new friends
- Feel less isolated
For further information about Wholestep please click here.
Facilitators
Zobia Kalim
Director of Family Services
Zobia is a Specialist Parenting Practitioner with extensive experience and training in developing and delivering programs for families of children with special needs, including those who have experienced early life trauma. Since 2003, she has worked across the UK to provide valuable support and guidance to these families. Zobia’s personal experience as a mother of two special needs children, including an adopted child, gives her a deep, empathetic understanding of the challenges faced by families.
Anna Cook
Neurodivergent CYP Support Practitioner
Anna began working with CYP services at Parenting Special Children during her placement for her BSc in Psychology at the University of Reading, where she later completed her Master's. Her role has since expanded to include leading groups within CYP services. Her diverse professional background has provided her with experience in mentoring, research, and evidence-based practice in clinical and educational settings. Her experiences of mental health, neurodivergence and additional needs in her professional, personal, and family life underscore her dedication to supporting those with additional needs and making a positive impact in psychology, education, and social care.
Attending details
Parents are required to stay for the duration of the session in the room next door where we will hold our Adopter’s Support Group. You can attend the Adopter’s Support Group without a child attending Let’s Get Creative. Please book a Parent/Carer ticket.
Please let us know if you book places and then cannot attend so we can allocate your places to waiting families. We require a minimum of 7 days notice of cancellation to offer a refund.
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