Butterflies Holistic Occupational Therapy is a friendly and reliable local holistic and well being occupational therapy service offering a bespoke and personalised approach within and around Yorkshire. We are non-judgemental, flexible and transparent. We are a highly specialist company with fully accredited practitioners.
We provide;
-1:1 assessment and intervention for children with a wide range of challenges, sensory difficulties, feeding, independent and age appropriate toileting, self care, teeth brushing, fine motor skills and handwriting.
-Specialist training within schools, nurseries, charities other organisations to enable engagement of children / pupils to access the curriculum
-1:1 and group Adult Mindfulness and Compassion courses
-A regular weekly Yoga Class for Adults (on Tuesdays at 19.30 – message for booking details)
-Makaton Classes
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-Supervision for university students, such as long arm supervision and also for local authority occupational therapists
-A unique space to hold birthday parties (particularly young people with SEN needs)
-A unique space to hire for other events such as NCT meet ups
***Introducing the School readiness group!***
Here at Butterflies Holistic Occupational Therapy, we are offering a specialist group programme (one of a kind in the UK!) to help your little ones get ready for the transition to school.
Transitioning from nursery to school is a big change, with new expectations and environments to navigate. Research has shown that increased parent and child confidence regarding a child’s transition can lead to a more successful school transition, which in turn leads to improved academic outcomes.
This groups aims to promote development of the skills required for school transitions and to build your child’s confidence in the following areas:
-Independent toileting skills
-Dressing independently
-Using a knife and fork
-Emotional regulation and body awareness
This group is 6×60 minutes sessions for children transitioning to a mainstream school in the upcoming academic year, and who are able to cope with group situations. Group sizes will contain a maximum of 6 children and will be facilitated by 2 occupational therapists.
Costs: £90 per child per 6 week block
Join the waiting list now by contacting: emma@butterfliesot.com
Every family across Leeds, starting at pregnancy and continuing through to school leavers, receives support from the service. Find out about the services and resources available to you and your family across Leeds.
For more details visit the Leeds Community Healthcare website: www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/our-services-a-z/0-19-public-health-integrated-nursing/
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Tel: 0113 220 8500
Sasha Singh Thompson, a local teacher, therapeutic counsellor and parent, explains how she can help your child feel calmer, stronger and happier.
Hi, I’m Sasha Singh Thompson and I’m a local therapeutic counsellor. I have worked as a teacher for the past 13 years, and now, as Pastoral Lead in a local school, understand how hard it can be for children and young people navigating the challenges of growing up.
I offer therapeutic counselling sessions for children aged 5-18 who may be experiencing struggles with their emotional wellbeing.
In collaboration with Leeds City Council, Child Bereavement UK has opened a centre in Leeds offering support to children and young people who have been bereaved of a close family member. The service is for Leeds young people up to and including age 18 and our practitioners will meet with them at their schools, children’s centres or a convenient community hub. Additionally, families and youngsters can choose to meet us at the centre on Tunstall Road.
The services are provided free of charge and are offered by trained bereavement support practitioners.
www.childbereavementuk.org/leeds or call 0113 350 3598.
Child Bereavement UK, Brooklands Court Business Centre, Tunstall Road, Leeds LS11 5HL
Are you a mum who would appreciate some time and space to focus on your goals for a change. As a life coach I work with mums to find their own path in life. Get in touch to arrange a free discovery call on 07944 896915
CAMHS – Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services
To find out more visit www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/camhs/about-camhs-in-leeds/
Children’s Centres
Your local Children’s Centre might offer the course ‘Preparation for Pregnancy and Beyond. To find out more visit: www.familyinformation.leeds.gov.uk/families/preparation-for-birth-and-beyond/
Community Mental Health Service (referrals via SPA)
Phone: 0300 300 1485
Email: referrallypf@nhs.net
Community Midwifery
Any woman can access midwifery services by requesting an appointment via her GP surgery or by asking at a local Children’s Centre.
Forward Leeds
Alcohol and drug addiction service
Phone: 0113 887 2477
Health Visiting and Early Start Services
To find details and local services: www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/our-services-a-z/0-19-public-health-integrated-nursing/
www.leeds.gov.uk/docs/107%20-%20Early%20-Start.pdf
Home Start Leeds (referrals with consent from the family)
To find out more: www.home-startleeds.co.uk/
Phone: 0113 244 2419
Housing Options
For housing related issues: www.leeds.gov.uk/residents/housing/housing-options/
Phone: 0113 222 4412
IAPT (self-referral available)
To find out more: www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/our-services-a-z/leeds-mental-wellbeing-service/home/
Phone: 0113 843 4388
Email: leedsiapt@nhs.net
Infant Mental Health Service (referrals from Midwives, HVs and CAMHS)
The IMHS is a citywide service working with families up to the child’s second birthday. To discuss referrals and services offered phone: 0113 843 0841.
Leeds Domestic Violence and Abuse
To find out more: www.leeds.gov.uk/domesticviolence
24hr Helpline: 0113 246 0401
Mind Leeds
Phone: 0113 305 5800
Email: info@leedsmind.org.uk
MindWell
Mindmate and child and young person single point of access (SPA)
NSPCC – Pregnancy in Mind
learning.nspcc.org.uk/services-children-families/pregnancy-in-mind/
Phone: 01274 381440
Special Perinatal Mental Health Team
Information and referral form: www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/our-services/services-list/perinatal-service/
Phone: 0113 855 5505 (out-patients); 0113 855 5509 (MBU); 0113 855 5650 (CPNs).
Support after rape and sexual violence
Rape crisis centre for all women and girls in Leeds affected by rape and sexual violence of any kind, at any time in their lives including childhood sexual abuse.
Freephone: 0808 802 3344 (Mon, Weds, Fri 6pm-8pm, Tues, Thurs 8pm-11pm, Sun 2pm-5pm); Text: 07860 022 880.
Touchstone – Best Start Peer Support Project
To find out more: www.touchstonesupport.org.uk/services/best-start/
Post: Touchstone House, 2-4 Middleton Crescent, Leeds LS11 6JU
Email: karenm@touchstonesupport.org.uk
Phone: 0113 271 8277
Touchstone – Stronger Families
To find out more please contact Sharon Kumar
Phone: 0113 386 9900
New Beginnings, mental health and well-being coaching by Jane Etty. I help busy mums to refocus on wellbeing, make positive changes and gain more confidence and clarity. Get in touch for a FREE discovery session on 07880788486 or email Jane_etty@hotmail.com. More details at www.janeetty.com
Depression, anxiety or any kind of emotional stress are part of everyday life and can be a real challenge. Sometimes people are able to deal with this by themselves or with the help of family and friends. However, some professional help may be needed and Leeds IAPT can provide this.
Leeds IAPT provide psychological treatments, sometimes called talking treatments, to help people who are stressed, experiencing low mood (depressed) or are very nervous (anxious).
Treatments are delivered across a number of locations in the city and can take place as part of a group, online, or on a one to one basis. To access treatment patients can self refer to the service, this can be done via the website www.leedsiapt.com or by telephone (0113 843 4388). Once an assessment has been completed our clinicians will then speak to patients about treatment options.
IAPT is available to people who are aged 17 or above and registered with a Leeds GP.
Leeds IAPT can help you change the way that you think and feel.
Why not come along to one of one-off workshops or sign up to attending our Stress Control Classes? These sessions focus on the importance of maintaining wellbeing within day to day life, the working environment and beyond.
All our sessions use a CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) model which is commonly used and well researched. CBT encourages you to build an awareness of your own problem and learn coping strategies to reduce stress and improve overall wellbeing.
Attending will also give you an insight into the IAPT service and the other treatments we can provide.
If you would like to find out more or book your place please click on the link below:
https://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/iapt/wellbeing-workshops/
You will not need to be assessed beforehand and the relevant information will be collected at the session.
All workshops are delivered in a class environment (up to 40 people) and some interaction will be encouraged however there is no expectation that you must get involved.
Pregnancy and having a new baby is generally seen as a time of happiness and excitement. The reality is that many people feel low or anxious and experience problems with their emotional health during this time. This following can help you explore how you might be feeling and find the right help and support.
www.mindwell-leeds.org.uk/baby maternal mental health support
www.nestleeds.co.uk is primarily a blog page sharing stories of motherhood, birth, mental health of local Mums
www.mindwell-leeds.co.uk lists the mental health services available in Leeds.
Mindfulmeschool is a place to share and discuss…when things aren’t working.
A space to think, develop self-awareness, move forward and make better decisions.
Mindfulness is noticing the self ….learning about the brain and training it to work in a way that meets your needs and allows you to evolve.
I work with children, adults and progressive businesses…all looking to find new ways of being to feel happier and in control.
My adult work extends to training the brain to think differently when it comes to dealing with difficulty/managing life changing issues/losing a job/navigating an emotional problem etc.
OWLS – Overcoming Worry, Loss and Sadness – primarily serves children aged 4 to 11 and their families, who are struggling with grief. There is no right or wrong way to grieve and different children will react in different ways
OWLS can help in a number of ways, including offering practical and emotional support, direct 1-2-1 therapy, schools workshops and peer activity days where affected children and their families can get together to share experiences and support each other.
The service is free of charge; OWLS is funded by donations to the Jane Tomlinson Appeal.
Self-referral service so parents/carers can access OWLS without a professional referral.
Further detail and referral forms can be found on the OWLS website.
Tel: 0113 433 3737
Email: owls@janetomlinsonappeal.com
Person-Centred Counsellor working extensively with young people, adults and couples on a wide range of issues. I offer an opportunity to feel comfortable to talk through any difficulties and explore and understand how you are feeling at your own pace. Telephone or online sessions are available weekdays, evenings and weekends.
For more information, contact your local iheart Youth Resilience Coach, Lydia: lydia@resilientleeds.com
Services providing Mental Health & Wellbeing Support for children and families in Leeds.
