Rest to Reset

16/06/2026

Sometimes a change of scenery is all we need.

Fresh air, natural light, greenery (not to mention a cherry tree!) and good company can boost creativity, reduce stress, and improve focus. We spend so much time thinking about how much we’re doing that we forget HOW were doing it!

Today, our office is the garden, the sun is shining, and the tea is plenty. A simple reminder that the right environment can make all the difference. and this is the same when supporting young people!

29/04/2026

We talk a lot about professional boundaries. So many of the young people we work with talk about 'professional robots'....We mustn't forget to be human, fun, creative, and individual. There is room for it all whilst still being professional. 💛

26/04/2026

Try this today!

19/04/2026

We don't have to be perfect but we do have to be honest! And we do have to learn from our mistakes!

12/04/2026

When a young person looses trust in professionals, engagement becomes really difficult. Why would you share your most vulnerable moments with people you feel are only there for the pay check?

Some of the biggest shifts we’ve seen with one client since rebuilding that trust are:

- His incredible ability to articulate himself and how he is feeling - especially in meetings with consultants and doctors (that previously felt really hard for him!)
- His passionate sense of justice and integrity
- His confidence in challenging things that don’t feel right.

It’s a reminder that feeling heard isn’t a small thing, it teaches young people that we value them as individuals, that we care about their opinion and experiences, and that their input and ideas matter. It teaches them that they should be the drivers of their own process and that we are there to help them do this in a way that is safe. For lots of young people, it’s the first step towards recovery.

08/04/2026

One of our clients said:

'Not being able to trust the people looking after you is like drowning at sea and seeing a lifeboat but knowing it’s just going to sail on by.'

Trust is everything in mental health support, but it isn’t automatic.

In healthcare we often hear things like, 'trust me, I'm here to look after you'

But trust shouldn't be assumed because of a job title or qualification. It has to be earned. Trust is a verb not a noun.

When families let professionals into their lives, they’re sharing some of their hardest moments. That only happens when they feel respected, listened to, and treated with honesty and compassion.

Trust comes from being open about what we’re doing and why, taking accountability when things go wrong, and learning from those moments.

Without trust, support can only go so far.
With trust, everything changes - young people open up, parents feel heard, and support becomes truly collaborative.

Trust is built in the small, consistent moments that show we genuinely care.

01/04/2026

31/03/2026

🧠 FREE Parent Support Series
From Panic to Practice: What to Do When Things Feel Like They’re Escalating at Home
Are you worried about your child’s mental health, behaviour, or eating?
Not sure what to say, what to do, or whether you’re getting it right?
You’re not alone and you don’t need to figure this out on your own.
We’re offering a free 4-week online parent support series designed to give you practical, real-world tools to help you feel more confident in the moments that matter most.
💡 What this series will cover
Over 4 weeks, we’ll explore:
Understanding behaviour, anxiety and emotional overwhelm
Supporting children with neurodiversity and regulation needs
Navigating eating difficulties and reducing mealtime stress
Understanding self-harm and how to respond safely
What to say in difficult conversations (and what to avoid)
This is not theory-heavy or clinical
it’s about what actually works at home.
🧩 Who is this for?
This series is for parents and carers of children and young people who are:
Struggling with anxiety, school avoidance or distress
Showing changes in eating or difficult behaviours around food
Engaging in or at risk of self-harm
Neurodivergent or finding it hard to regulate emotions
Finding family life increasingly challenging or overwhelming
🗓️ How it works
📍 Online (live sessions)
⏱️ 90 minutes per session
📅 Weekly for 4 weeks
👥 Small group to keep it safe and supportive
🔐 Important to know
This is a psychoeducation group, not therapy or crisis support.
We won’t be discussing individual cases in detail, but we will give you tools, language and understanding that you can take straight into your home.
✨ About us
This series is delivered by mental health professionals from:
Certified Minds award-winning training providers working with healthcare, education and organisations across the UK
and
Rest to Reset a specialist service supporting young people with mental health needs at home.
🎟️ How to join
Places are limited to keep the group safe and manageable.
👉 Please apply for a place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/parent-support-series-what-to-do-when-things-feel-like-theyre-escalating-tickets-1986324432849?aff=oddtdtcreator

If you’re working with families who may be feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to respond at home, this series may be a really supportive starting point please feel free to share

Are you worried about your child’s mental health, behaviour, or eating? Not sure what to say, what to do, or if you’re getting it right?