Child, Adolescent & Family Services
Specialists in Mental Health & Neuro Diversity Specialists

Therapy Services, Assessments, Training and Events.
In Person & Online Availability
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Proudly Based in Torbay, Devon, UK

More information about our Child/Adolescent
​& Family Therapy Services:
​"What an exceptional service! Attending therapy sessions was quite simply ​the best thing I could have done!" - Psychotherapy Services
My therapist has has always been so helpful in reassuring me and helping me understand my big feelings. She is the most empathetic, kind and sweet woman and I’m extremely happy I get to talk to her."
 Child & Adolescent Services - YP Aged 16
​Our therapist was amazing at helping our autistic son recover from a traumatic bullying experience at school. The support, advice and reassurance she gave us and him were second to none.
Family Support Sessions - Torbay Parent

Experience Our Sensory Play Room!

Our new Play Sensory room has a wide range of provisions to support diverse therapeutic needs. This include:
  • Sand Tray
  • Black Out Tent
  • Sensory Integration 
  • Aromatherapy
  • Sensory Sound Exploration
  • Bean Bag Corner
  • Sensory Play Equipment
  • Wide Range Of Art & Crafts
  • Dress Up Clothes and more!...

Meet Our Therapists & Clinicians

Click below for more information about the service you are interested in:

Diagnostic & Screening.
Autism & ADHD
Children & Young People's
Therapy ​Support
Parent/Family 
​Therapy Support
Mindfulness Based Psychotherapy - 18+
Training & Consultancy Services
'Wild Roots'
​Family events
Sensory Play Room Therapy Sessions
A bit more
​About TSS...

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Journey of Insights - Our expert team members share their stories and inspirations as they carry out their work, including psycho-education on trauma, mental health & neurodiversity

Emotional Based School Avoidance

Is Your Child Struggling to Attend School?School-related anxiety, often referred to as 'school refusal,' happens when a child feels fearful or anxious about attending school and may be unable to go. This is also known as emotionally-based school avoidance (EBSA) or anxiety-related absence. This challenge can arise at any age but is particularly common in children with additional or special educational needs (SEN). There are many potential causes for school-related anxiety, including:
  • Overwhelming environments, such as large numbers of students or excessive noise.
  • Academic pressures or difficulties with curriculum demands.
  • Social challenges, bullying, or fear of failure.
As a parent, dealing with this situation can be stressful, leaving you feeling uncertain about how to best support your child.
How We Can Help
At Therapeutic Support Services, we understand the difficulties your family might be facing, and we’re here to provide compassionate, tailored support. Together, we can:
  • Explore the root causes of your child’s anxiety.
  • Develop practical strategies to help your child feel more confident and supported.
  • Work collaboratively to reduce stress for you and your child.
Get in Touch
You don’t have to face this alone. If you would like support for you and your child, please contact us today to discuss how we can help.
Registered Member - K Jordan 
Psychotherapy & CYP Services
​Trained at the Karuna Institute
​For Psychotherapy
Proudly working in partnership with:

From One Of Our Therapists...

Kristina (Kizzy) Winstone
SENCo, Child & Adolescent Therapy Practitioner
​My passion is supporting children and young people to reach their full potential in life. Having spent my career in the early years special education sector I have sound knowledge of child development and neurodiversity. Along with this, I have lived experience, supporting additional needs, both with my sister who has Down Syndrome and my son who has Autism. I am very aware of the challenges that are faced by children and young people in navigating their way through life with added challenges, as well as the challenges and struggles that parents/carers face within the home.
Throughout my career, I have developed a fascination with the way in which children process the world around them through Sensory Integration. My aim is to utilise our senses to understand ourselves and our world, through sensory based play.
I want to be the voice for our children and young people and be the change we very much need in the world

    Have an enquiry about support? Please contact us and we will get back to you...

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