Specialist Psychological Support for Children and Young People

At Real Care Support, we offer specialist psychological services designed to support children and young people who have experienced trauma, adversity or instability in their lives.

Our services are delivered by experienced, qualified clinicians who understand the challenges children face when they’ve been through difficult or unsafe experiences. We work closely with social workers, schools, carers and other professionals to offer care that’s compassionate, targeted and genuinely effective.

We’re focused on outcomes that matter; improved emotional wellbeing, better relationships and greater stability in homes and education.

Who We Help

We support a wide range of children and young people across the UK, particularly those involved in or on the edge of the care system. Our services are available to:

Children who have experienced abuse, neglect, loss or disrupted attachments
Young people in residential care or foster care needing regular therapeutic input
Children struggling with anxiety, aggression, emotional regulation or low self-esteem
Families and carers who need help supporting children with complex emotional needs
Schools and education settings supporting vulnerable pupils
Local authorities and multi-agency teams looking for specialist assessments or interventions

We tailor our work to each setting and child. Our approach is not clinic-based it’s practical, flexible and grounded in the environments where the child lives or learns.

What We Offer

We provide a complete range of psychological and therapeutic services, delivered in ways that are child friendly and outcome focused.

Direct Work with Children and Young People

1:1 therapy using integrative, trauma-informed approaches

Therapeutic life story work to help children understand their past

Play-based interventions to encourage emotional expression and regulation

Tools and sessions to improve behaviour, social relationships and confidence

Support for Carers, Staff and Professionals

Regular clinical consultation for staff in residential and foster care settings

Bespoke training for teams around therapeutic parenting and trauma-informed care

Reflective practice sessions and staff supervision

Input into care planning meetings and home reviews

Coaching and advice to help carers respond therapeutically to children’s behaviour

Psychological Assessment and Reports

Holistic assessments to understand each child’s emotional needs

Clear, easy-to-follow reports with practical recommendations

Attachment assessments and trauma screening

Contributions to EHCPs, placement plans and safeguarding strategies

All work is evidence-informed and shaped by the latest thinking in developmental trauma, attachment theory and child psychology.

Our Approach

Everything we do is shaped by four core principles:

Trauma-Informed – We recognise how early experiences impact behaviour, learning and relationships.
Relationship-Centred – Progress happens through safe, trusting relationships. We model and promote this in every aspect of our work.
Evidence-Based – Our team draws on proven methods, including DDP, CBT, systemic and psychodynamic models.
Child-Focused – The needs, rights and wellbeing of the child always come first.

We don’t offer short-term or one-size-fits-all therapy. We build long-term, consistent therapeutic input that gives each child the best chance of recovery.

Why Choose Real Care Support?

Our psychological services are different because they are designed to integrate seamlessly with social care and education. We are:

Experienced

Our clinicians have specialist experience working with looked after children and children on the edge of care.

Collaborative

We work closely with everyone involved in the child’s life to ensure continuity and joined up support.

Flexible

We deliver services in homes, schools, virtually or in the community, wherever is most appropriate.

Impact Focused

We measure outcomes and adapt care plans to meet changing needs.

Trusted

Local authorities across the UK rely on us for effective, timely and practical support.

We combine clinical expertise with emotional insight. We don’t just assess, we build relationships that create safety, trust and progress.

Referrals and Enquiries

We accept referrals from:

Local authorities

Social care teams

Schools and academy trusts

Voluntary and community sector organisations

Whether you’re planning a new placement, managing a crisis or looking for regular therapeutic support, we can help.

Contact our team today to discuss availability, pricing or how we can tailor support to your needs.

Call us now: 01772 954 080

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Email us at: referrals@realcaresupport.com

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