Welcome to Kids in Mind
A place of hope and healing for disadvantaged children and young people who have escaped domestic violence
Every year in the UK, over one million children are exposed to domestic violence
In the quiet corners of daily lives, hidden from view, many children carry the heavy burden of experiences that no young heart should endure. Inside every whispered secret, every shadowed fear, there are children silently calling for help. Here, we choose to not only hear but also answer these calls with open arms and warm hearts. This is their safe place. This is Kids in Mind.
Each year 20,000 children flee domestic abuse to seek sanctuary in refuge. Typically leaving home with only the clothes on their back, these children have either witnessed or experienced physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. They arrive at refuge with nothing and spend on average over 6 months before being relocated to an unfamiliar area.
We believe every child deserves a future unshadowed by their past, a present filled with love, and a pathway illuminated with the light of hope. Our mission extends beyond mere support; we aim to transform lives, one gentle step at a time. With hundreds of therapeutic sessions planned this year, our commitment is clear, but the need is enormous, and every little bit of help makes a huge difference.
Our Core Services
Our suite of six core services provides a compassionate and safe space for emotional restoration and mental health care. Each service is thoughtfully designed to nurture healing and growth, helping every child rediscover their right to a peaceful and happy childhood.
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Mental Health Support
Just as we care for our physical health, so too must we nurture our mental well-being. In young lives shaded by the experiences within a turbulent home, the echoes of domestic violence can profoundly affect one’s mental state. At Kids in Mind, we offer guiding light through these shadows, providing vital support to aid children in feeling motivated and capable of embracing the beauty that life has to offer.
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Children's Well-being
To rise above and beyond the trauma of domestic abuse, our well-being classes converge on the art of resilience-building and emotional regulation. Tailored to empower children, these sessions are an oasis of calm—fortifying them with the strategies needed to alleviate stress, navigate anxiety, and cultivate a robust emotional toolkit for life's challenges.
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Play Therapy
The language of play is universal and within its bounds, healing ensues naturally. Our Play Therapy channels this innate form of expression, offering children a compassionate medium through which their innermost thoughts and emotions can unfold. It's not just therapy; it's a journey through imagination where self-discovery and strength are fostered gently, yet profoundly.
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Music Therapy
Harmony in music, harmony in life—our Music Therapy bridges the gaps left by words unsaid. Through rhythm and melody, children explore their inner landscapes, fostering social connections and honing skills of communication. With every note, self-awareness blossoms, confidence soars, and resilience roots itself firmly within their young hearts.
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Art Therapy
Art, in its boundless forms, serves as a window to the soul. With Art Therapy, our young artists are accompanied by skilled therapists on a voyage through colour, form, and texture to portray and process intricate emotions. As their creations take shape, so does their understanding of self-compassion, self-worth, and the resilient spirit that resides within each stroke of paint.
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Comfort Toys
For our younger participants, we introduce the Comfort Bear — a soothing companion equipped to teach breathing exercises and yoga, bridging comfort during times of loneliness or stress at night. Our comfort toys serve as anchors of trust, offering warmth, solace, and a steadfast friend through every step of their healing process.
Mend Hearts
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Heal Wounds
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Inspire Dreams
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Mend Hearts ~ Heal Wounds ~ Inspire Dreams ~
Here’s How You Can Illuminate a Life
Join us at an event or setup your own wellbeing challenge.
Fund Futures: Your donations provide critical mental health resources.
Spread the Word: Share our mission, and let the world know heartbeats of hope still echo.
Fund a therapeutic session through our online shop or donate now button
Volunteer and become a beacon of hope.
Through your support, we see transformations every day—children laughing, young souls dreaming, and resilient spirits soaring high. These moments are only possible because of the tireless efforts and countless contributions from people just like you. With every act of kindness, every contribution, you’re not just changing lives—you are revolutionising futures.
