Out of the Woods Play & Creative Arts Therapy CIC

22/08/2026

Thank you again to all whom supported my climb of 6 miles of pure steps. My legs are still not willing to do much.

Whilst I was going up, down, up, down, up, down. My mind created a poem which this weekend I have had a play around with...turning it into the following.

This is a song that represents what we do.

Hope, joy, unconditional acceptance, humbleness to witness the light come back into a young person eyes.

We are just the guardians of their beacon, their own light.

Any choirs wish to bring this to life, please do reach out.

Fingers crossed the link works

calm, emotive, heartfelt, hopeful

11/08/2026

History, community, and a mountain of steps! 🪜

Supporting Kerra at the bottom of Jacob's Ladder on 8th August was an unforgettable experience. While she completed 75 gruelling climbs to raise money for our vital service, we got to chat with locals sharing memories of the steps—including a moving story about a local wartime survival!

Read all about a brilliant day of community spirit, Jelly Babies, and how your donations are helping local children heal through play.

👉 Read the blog post here:

Aug 11 2026 Aug 11 2026 75 Climbs, 8,325 Steps, and an Unforgettable Day on Jacob’s Ladder! Out of the Woods Therapy News 75 Climbs, 8,325 Steps, and an Unforgettable Day on Jacob’s Ladder! If you happen to see our incredible Director, Kerra, walking a bit gingerly this week—or avoiding stairs...

11/08/2026

You may have seen the recent news about plans to open walk-in mental health hubs in libraries, banks, and high street locations across England.

While seeing steps taken toward making mental health care more accessible is positive, reading through the public reaction and online comments has been a sober reminder of how far we still have to go.

The comments show just how much misunderstanding and stigma still surround mental health in our country. Struggling with your mental health isn't a choice, a trend, or something you can simply "snap out of." The crisis affecting children, young people, and adults across the UK is real, deeply painful, and often invisible until a person reaches an absolute breaking point.

Accessible, early support isn't a luxury—it’s vital care.

At Out of the Woods, we see firsthand the courage it takes for individuals and families to step forward and ask for help. We see how transformative it is when someone is finally heard, understood, and met with empathy rather than judgment.

To anyone reading the discourse online and feeling disheartened, invalidated, or misunderstood: your struggles are real, your mental health matters, and needing support is never something to feel ashamed of. 🌳✨

The community centres are set to offer walk-in support where members of the public can attend without needing a medical referral

08/08/2026

She did it!!! 75 climbs later, Big celebrations and a free Croissant from Olfactory Coffee Roasters thank you to everyone who donated, chatted with us and supported Kerra today! It was great being out in the community and meeting so many kind people who want to support our young people.

08/08/2026

5.5 rounds left to go.

I am sore

I am tired

I feel sick

But it's all I. A good cause.

08/08/2026

08/08/2026

50 times and going strong! This was the finish point last year, but this year Kerra still has 25 times to go!!!