Counselling
Counselling is a type of talking therapy or psychological therapy. It involves talking to a counsellor about your problems. Counsellors are trained to listen sympathetically and can help you deal with any negative thoughts and feelings. People sometimes use the word counselling to refer to talking therapies in…Complementary and alternative therapies
Complementary and alternative therapies are those that fall outside of mainstream healthcare. Everything from acupuncture and homeopathy to aromatherapy, meditation and colonic irrigation can be considered complementary or alternative. This section has information on those that offer complementary or alternative therapies. As with details on other areas…Getting involved in your child's education
As a parent, you will already know that you are your child’s most valuable teacher. The lessons they learn at home will affect how they interact with other people and the world around them. And, like most parents, you will probably want to do all…Secondary schools
If your child’s time at primary school comes to an end next summer, then this autumn term is the time to start thinking about what secondary school you want them to go to. Why start thinking now? Because your child won’t automatically be given a…Education and schools
One of the most important areas where you can support your child is in their schooling. When parents are involved in their children's education they tend to enjoy school more, go to their lessons regularly, get better results and have fewer problems with their behaviour.…Parent and toddler groups
Parent and toddler groups provide a meeting place for parents and carers with babies and small children to relax and chat together while children play. They offer opportunities for friendship, learning & fun! Groups are usually run and used by grandparents, childminders and nannies as…Counselling
Please click on the Counselling link for details of services, support and information within our Health and Well-being section.Safety in the home
On this page you will find some useful information on safety in the home, including details of services available, related guidance pages and quick links to helpful websites.Safety for babies
On this page you will find some useful information on safety for babies, including details of services available, related guidance pages and quick links to helpful websites. If, however, you can't find what you're looking for or you know of services that should be listed…