Coping Skills Groups
Teen Thrive - Emotional Skills for Real Life
Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm at Freshbrook Community Centre
Teen Thrive combines evidence-based techniques with creative exercises, giving you tools to manage stress, anxiety, and emotions—all in a supportive and safe space.
Why join Teen Thrive?
Expert-led: You’ll learn from a highly experienced mental health nurse and a drama teacher, meaning you get both solid strategies and a creative way to explore your feelings.
Small group size: We keep the group small so you can feel comfortable and get personal support in a safe, judgment-free zone.
New skills every week: Each session introduces a new skill you can use right away, from managing stress to handling tough situations.
Creative and engaging: Forget boring lectures! You’ll learn through interactive activities that make things fun while still teaching you valuable life skills.
Why it matters
Learning how to regulate your emotions isn’t just about feeling better—it helps you build confidence, handle challenges, and navigate relationships with more ease. Teen Thrive equips you with real-life skills that make a difference.
You'll learn about
• Emotions and what they do for us
• Fight and flight (the oxytocin/cortisol seesaw)
• The parasympathetic nervous system (triggering the paracute)
• Distress tolerance skills
• Breathing and grounding skills
• Cognitive challenging (including assumption bias, challenging our thoughts, managing intrusive thoughts)
What you’ll get:
6 dynamic weekly theraputic sessions faciliated by an experienced mental health professional
Every week you will be introduced to a new practical coping skill
Hands-on techniques that will help you in real-life situations
A unique blend of therapeutic and creative methods to build interpersonal and communication skills
Peer to peer support
An encouraging space to reflect, practice, and grow
This is more than just a therapeutic group—it's a chance to invest in your teens well-being with real life strategies!
Spaces are VERY limited - Book your spot today and start your journey toward lasting emotional health!
Introductory price £152 for 6 weeks!
Creative Calm - Emotional Coping Skills group for Adults
Thursdays, 7:45-8:45pm at Freshbrook Community Centre
Designed for adults looking to improve their emotional well-being in a supportive, safe, and personal setting. Each week, you'll learn a new practical skill that you can immediately use to manage daily stressors and regulate emotions.
What makes Creative Calm different?
DBT-informed and evidence-based: Our group blends proven techniques with creative exercises, ensuring you learn skills that are effective and engaging.
Expert guidance: Led by a highly experienced mental health nurse and an accomplished drama teacher, you’ll benefit from the perfect combination of therapeutic support and creative expression.
Small group size: With limited spots, you’ll get the personal attention and comfort you need to feel safe exploring new strategies. This intimate setting fosters connection, growth, and meaningful change.
Emotional regulation is a cornerstone of mental well-being. Learning to manage your emotions helps you handle life's challenges more effectively, build stronger relationships, and maintain a more balanced, peaceful state of mind. Creative Calm offers you the tools to do just that—in a fun, interactive, and supportive environment.
You'll learn about
• Emotions and what they do for us
• Fight and flight (the oxytocin/cortisol seesaw)
• The parasympathetic nervous system (triggering the paracute)
• Distress tolerance skills
• Breathing and grounding skills
• Cognitive challenging (including assumption bias, challenging our thoughts, managing intrusive thoughts)
What you'll get:
6 dynamic, weekly theraputic sessions faciliated by an experienced mental health professional
Every week you will be introduced to a new practical coping skill
Hands-on techniques that will help you in real-life situations
A unique blend of therapeutic and creative methods to build interpersonal and communication skills
Peer to peer support
An encouraging space to reflect, practice, and grow
This is more than just a theraputic group—it's a chance to invest in yourself and your well-being with real life strategies!
Are you ready to experience a new way of managing your emotions?
Spaces are VERY limited - Book your spot today and start your journey toward lasting emotional health!
Introductory price is £152 for 6 weeks!