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    • DIRECTIONS
    • resources
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  • WHAT TO EXPECT
  • parent support
  • ONLINE THERAPY
  • PRICES
  • DIRECTIONS
  • resources
Amanda Budden Children and Young People's Counselling

'Parent & Child Psychotherapy, Healing & Support'

'Parent & Child Psychotherapy, Healing & Support''Parent & Child Psychotherapy, Healing & Support'

Resources

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We've put together a list of helpful resources that we've used both with our own children and those we work with. Please note we do not receive any incentives to recommend or review these resources.


Apps & games

'Animal Crossing' (Nintendo Switch)

Super cute and super calming! A slow-paced, relaxing Island with beautiful scenery.


'Emotions Manager' (iPad, iPhone) by Estelle Fauchon

Great for teaching children how to cope with emotions.


'Exploring Emotions' (iPad, Iphone) by Selosoft

One of our favourite apps for teaching about emotions using gameplay.


'Zones of Regulation App (iPad, iPhone and Android)

Another great app for teaching children about emotions


'Sesame Street - Breath, Think, Do' (Android, iPad & Windows 10)

Fantastic free app for teaching children about emotions. 


'Roblox'  (Online game)

The best thing about Roblox is it's a really friendly online community that allows children to keep in-touch with their friends. Most of the games within Roblox are low or non-violent and involve lots of building quests. 


NB It's strongly recommend if your child is playing any type of  online game that you keep a close watch on who they are talking too, as there have been well-publicised cases of 'grooming'. But, I would always advise parents to take interest in whatever their children are playing in any case, as this can be a really useful 'connection' strategy. 


Autism Resources

The National Autistic Society


Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) 


PDA Society

A great resource for parents of children with PDA


Stephs Two Girls is an amazing resource for anyone needing further information - especially if you suspect your child has PDA or has been recently diagnosed. 



Harry Thompson PDA Extraordinaire 

Harry's a great blogger and offers an awesome insight into the world of a young person with PDA.


Kristy Forbes - Autism & Neurodiversity support Specialist

Kristy is an adult with PDA and her blogs are always very informative.


MENTAL HEALTH AND SCHOOL ATTENDANCE

Not Fine in School

Useful resource for families where school attendance has become diffcult.


books

The Explosive Child by Ross W Greene

A great book for helping parents find alternative strategies for dealing with behavioural issues.


Calmer, Easier, Happier, Parenting by Noel Janis-Norton

My personal favourite positive parenting author.

counselling services

In Charley's Memory

An amazing low-cost counselling service for 12 years and above.

 

SEND SERVICES

Send Family Instincts

 A team of advocates who support families and professionals throughout the seND and EHCP process. 

Downloadable Resources

Worksheets and pdfs to guide you through specific difficulties

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