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Aug 2022
Harrogate support group launched for pupils moving up from primary to secondary school
A Harrogate therapy centre is launching a support group for pupils moving up from primary to secondary school in the wake of the pandemic.
Created by The Harlow’s new psychotherapeutic counsellor Laura Keay, 'Stepping Up' is a programme aimed at providing children with an environment of "listening, sharing and empowerment", so that they can embrace this change.
Ms Keay works with adults and has a specialism in children and young people at the centre at Cardale Park.
She has worked with people suffering from a wide range of issues including anxiety, stress, social anxiety, exam pressure, harmful eating, self-esteem issues and bullying.
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She said:
Stepping Up will also support parents and guardians. It will help them understand the stages of child development and gain insight into effective language and behaviours that will support the confidence of their child through this key stage.
With a maximum group size of eight - with one parent or guardian per child - Stepping Up involves five two-hour sessions at £20 per session.
For more information call 01423 595000 or email info@theharlow.co.uk.
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