Free therapy for the community- Therapy for Youth, Adults and Families

Free therapy for the community- Therapy for Youth, Adults and Families

A space for individuals to share and express their thoughts concerning mental health and youth violence

By Waltham Forest Libraries

Select date and time

Sat, 3 May 2025 09:30 - 12:00 GMT+1

Location

Lea Bridge Library

Lea Bridge Road London E10 7HU United Kingdom

About this event

Creative Therapy for the Community – Free Sessions for You!

The Waltham Forest council is committed to supporting the mental and emotional well-being of our community. We are pleased to announce that a qualified therapist registered with HCPC is available to help you navigate life’s challenges, reduce stress, and improve your mental health.

We’re Here for You!

The Council understands the devastating effects that youth violence can have on individuals and families. To support our community in healing, we are offering free access to therapy for anyone affected by the trauma of youth violence.

Youth violence has an effect on the individual and the community, these therapy sessions are conducted by a qualified therapist that has a number years of experience working within youth violence , adults and mental health. The sessions our focused on the psychological impact of youth violence.The sessions are focused on giving individuals a voice to share their concerns and thoughts in a contained and confidential space.

Our mission is to enhance the mental health and well-being of our community by providing compassionate, accessible, and evidence-based therapy services. This will be facilitated by a qualified therapist. We strive to create a safe and inclusive space where individuals, Youth, and Parents can navigate challenges, foster resilience, and achieve personal growth.We are dedicated to breaking the stigma around mental health and building a healthier, more connected community."

Services Offered:

  • Support for anxiety, depression, and stress
  • Grief and trauma
  • Coping with life changes
  • And much more...

Who Can Benefit?

  • Anyone in the community needing support
  • All ages welcome

session timings (Saturdays)

drop in sessions- 9:30 to 12

group therapy- 1pm to 2:15pm

lyrics therapy- 3pm to 4pm


Drop in sessions

Drop-in therapy sessions are for a broad range of individuals who need immediate or short-term mental health support

No need to book in advance or commit to weekly sessions. We are available from 9:30 to 12 on a Saturday

If you are struggling with anxiety, depression or any other issue

9:30 am to 12 pm

Half hour sessions (no need to book)

Walk ins for anyone struggling with their mental health

Group therapy

These group sessions will offer parents and individuals in the community that have been affected by youth violence a space to have a voice and reflect on their emotions. It offers a safe space where people may talk about their experiences, gain knowledge from one another, and create coping mechanisms.

1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Groups of up to 8 (parents and individuals affected by youth violence)

Allowing people to have a voice and to express themselves

Booking recommend with self referral/referral form for safeguarding reasons


Lyrics therapy

A space where individuals can express themselves through Rap, Spoken word and Poetry.

group of 4

3:00 pm to 4:00pm

Booking recommend with self referral/referral form for safeguarding reasons

Open for Youth and adults

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