Headteacher, SEN School

Adoption can offer children a profound sense of belonging, connection and possibility. But it is not an easy road, and for many families, the journey includes moments of strain, confusion and emotional exhaustion. When the early years have been shaped by neglect, loss or trauma, relationships take time to build, and the path to trust […]

Transitioning from care into adulthood is one of the most significant and most vulnerable periods in a young person’s life. For many 16–18-year-olds, this move happens at a point when they are managing the impact of developmental and relational trauma, navigating identity, and coping with changes in education, friendships and professional support. Supported accommodation can […]

For children in care, early experiences of trauma and separation can shape how they relate to adults and manage relationships. Understanding attachment theory helps carers, foster families and professionals respond with empathy- creating the safety children need to heal and trust again. At Meadows Psychology Service, we believe it is important to understand attachment in […]