How we help
Comfortable Assessment First
We understand that children need time to build trust with new people, particularly when they are experiencing social, behavioural, academic, or emotional challenges.
That’s why our assessment approach begins with comfort, connection, and trust. We create a welcoming environment where children can get to know our facilitators at their own pace, helping them feel safe and supported as they begin to express their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
We work closely with parents and caregivers to develop a personalised support strategy that reflects each child’s individual needs, strengths, and goals.
As our name suggests, we believe in taking small, gradual steps. Rather than overwhelming a child with too much too soon, we gently introduce tools and techniques that they can explore at a pace that feels right for them.
These may include guided meditation, imaginative exploration, brain breaks, creative art and music activities, physical movement, and breathwork — all designed to support emotional wellbeing, self-regulation, confidence, and engagement.
Our priority is simple: helping each child feel comfortable, understood, and ready to take their next step.
Programme Structure
A Personalised 10-Session Programme
Discover our personalised 10-session programme, thoughtfully designed around your child’s individual needs, strengths, and goals.
Throughout the programme, each session introduces your child to a new, practical “tool” for their mental health toolbox — helping them build skills they can use in everyday life. Alongside this, parents and caregivers receive helpful reading materials and engaging activities to support and reinforce their child’s progress between sessions.
At the end of the 10 sessions, families can choose to continue with one-to-one sessions for ongoing guidance and support, helping your child maintain and build on the progress they have made.
Our mission is to empower children and families with practical mental health tools, meaningful resources, and consistent support — helping every child develop greater confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.
We also understand that accessing support can sometimes be a financial challenge. That’s why we offer discounted rates for families experiencing financial difficulties, helping to ensure that every child has the opportunity to access the support they deserve.
Take the first step towards helping your child feel more confident, supported, and equipped for a brighter future.
Please ensure you read our Disclaimer before starting the sessions with your child and Small Steps.
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TOOLBOX
We provide your child with a valuable 'tool' to add to their mental health 'toolbox.' This resource is designed for both children and their caregivers to use throughout their lives, offering a variety of methodologies and applications to enhance mental health.
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1x1 PRIVATE SESSIONS or Small Groups
We conduct our sessions online to minimize travel time and expenses for families. Additionally, we offer in-person sessions and small group meetings for those who prefer face-to-face interaction.