We are a dedicated Community Interest Company, based in Littleborough, Lancashire.

Our team are deeply committed to aiding teenagers who are grappling with emotional and psychological challenges such as self-harm, extreme anxiety, suicidal thoughts and depression.

Crafted with care by our certified therapist specialising in trauma, our 12-week program offers invaluable support through individual counselling, group therapy, and educational sessions tailored for teenagers suffering with mental health issues. Our primary goal is to be the beacon of hope for these teens who often find themselves struggling and feel like they have no one to turn to.

At our core, we strive to cultivate a secure and nurturing environment, empowering young individuals to overcome their challenges, foster resilience, and cultivate the essential skills for leading healthy and fulfilling lives. We firmly believe that this program has the potential to create profound positive change in the lives of these teenagers, setting them on a path towards a brighter and more promising future.

“Working together, to create a positive change”

“Prescribing antidepressants to 5-12 year old increased by more than 40% between 2015 and 2021

the pharmaceutical journal revealed”

Statistics on this website are gathered from: Pharmaceutical-journal.com / Telegraph.co.uk/news/2023/09/12/

Other useful resources are: https://digital.nhs.uk/data-and-information / https://www.ncb.org.uk/

• One-on-One Therapy Sessions: Each participant will have access to individual therapy sessions with licensed therapists specialising in adolescent mental health. These sessions will provide personalised attention and therapeutic techniques tailored to the unique needs of each teenager.
  
• Group Therapy: Regular group therapy sessions will foster a sense of community and belonging among participants. Sharing experiences and coping strategies in a group setting can significantly enhance the healing process.
  
• Educational Group Lessons: Workshops and lessons will cover topics such as emotional regulation, communication skills, stress management, and building self-esteem. These lessons will empower teenagers with the tools they need to navigate challenges more effectively.
  
• Parental Support Classes: Group support sessions designed to provide valuable information and expert guidance on teenage mental health. Gaining a deeper understanding and better support system for your child. Sharing fears, successes, and experiences in a supportive community. Together, we build a network of hope for parents and teenagers.
  

This is an example of our 12 week Program:

Week 1:

• Registration and assessments
• 1 hour of 1 to 1 therapy

Week 2:

• 1 hour of 1 to 1 therapy

Week 3:

• 3 hour group session to learn about how my brain works

Week 4:

• 3 hour group session to learn how to manage emotions
• 1 hour of 1 to 1 therapy

Week 5:

• 3 hour group session on how I deal with relationships in my life in a more constructive manner

Week 6:

• 1 hour of 1 to 1 therapy

Week 7:

• 3 hour group therapy session, share and help others to heal

Week 8:

• 3 hour lesson on changing our focus and knowing what we want

Week 9:

• 1 hour of 1 to 1 therapy
  

Week 10:

• 3 hour lesson on how to move away from drama and use my time in a beneficial way

Week 11:

• 1 hour of 1 to 1 therapy
• 3 hours of exploring what I want for my future and goal setting
• Assessment and next steps for you to take.

Week 12:

• 3 hour group closer and lessons learnt. What will I take away with me into my future. Goal setting

PROGRAM results

From the children on the Cedar group who came to us self-harming and experiencing anxiety attacks:

Testimonials

Amy before & after

I felt lost, trapped, didn’t even know who I was anymore or who I wanted to be. I stopped being able to fit in at school and lost my friends. Then I felt alone and so down. Just sad all of the time but that wasn’t the worst thing. The worst thing was feeling disconnected, like I wasn’t really me in my body anymore.

I had got used to feeling numb and bad and my panic attacks were really embarrassing. I just thought that nobody will ever be able to help me.

My mum eventually talked me into therapy with Melanie. I knew she couldn’t help me, nobody could. I went to shut my Mum up. After the first session, I felt different but couldn’t really put my finger on it. Lighter maybe. Then after a few more sessions I began to feel more myself. I started to join in with friends again and answer their messages. The world looked brighter and I noticed things that I hadn’t seen in a long time. Honestly, get help, see Mell, I am now a better version of myself than I have ever been, I have friends, I go out again. I have even started Uni. I thought that nobody could ever help me and it’s the only time that I will ever admit that I was wrong. Thanks Mell, Millie X

I’m happier now, I’m laughing again.” (JT Student)

“My attendance has gone up from 84% to 92%” (LB Student)

“I do extra hours after school activities” (child who didn’t attend before) - (JT Student)

Can you help support teenagers?

Our lead therapist has received a Community hero award from Rochdale Parent Carers Voice at their 21st birthday.

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We had a filmed interview with David Tully who is running for Rochdale MP to discuss childrens mental health issues

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Our two qualified first aiders completed some vital training here at the TLM hub.

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And we are so grateful to have been awarded funding from the National Lottery Community Fund