What We Do
We provide a safe, non-judgmental, confidential space for parents and carers, whose children are struggling with their mental health to come together; to be supported, to connect, chat and share. To know that you are not alone. We provide support for the whole family.
Parent Coffee Mornings
An informal, café style group for parents to meet, chat and connect with one another. A safe space where you can talk about anything. You can share as much or as little as you like. We have a laugh and a cry! Our group is facilitated by trained volunteers; some with lived experience.
No need to book - just pop along
Our support groups are facilitated by parents and volunteers who have lived experience. All our sessions are informal, chatty, café style. You can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable.
Our sessions:
- Allow you time to talk and be supported
- We invite professionals and outside speakers to talk about mental health and wellbeing
- Time to ask questions
- Share tips and strategies
Parent & Carer Coffee Evenings 2023 – Eastbourne
From: Starting 9th November | 11th January 8th 2024 | February 8th 2024 | March 8th 2024
When: 2nd Thursday of every month 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Where: 7 Hyde Gardens, Eastbourne BN21 4PN
Contact: 01323 315005
Parent & Carer Coffee Mornings 2023 – Eastbourne
From: Starting 28th November | 23rd January 2024 | 27th February 2024 | 26th March 2024
When: 4th Tuesday of every month 10AM - 12PM
Where: 7 Hyde Gardens I BN21 4PN | Eastbourne
Parent & Carer Coffee Mornings 2023 – Hastings/Bexhill
In partnership with East Sussex Parent Carer Forum.
From: Starting 10th November | 12th January 2024 | 9th February 2024 | 9th March 2024
When: 2nd Friday of the month 10AM - 12PM
Where: The Pelham | Hollier's Hill | Bexhill | TN40 2DD
Contact: 01323 315005
Regular Telephone Support
We provide regular telephone support to parents and carers with our trained volunteer team.
Regular Telephone Support
If you would like support from our team please contact us directly.
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When: 09:00 - 17:00
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Contact: 01323 315005
Information & Education
We believe that empowering and educating families is paramount to understanding and managing mental wellbeing. We run a number of courses and workshops around different topics relating to mental health and wellbeing.
Raising Confident and Resilient Teens
Are you struggling to parent your tween or teen?
The teenage years can be challenging for everyone involved. This 6-week programme will help you to understand and cope with the adolescent years.
Who is this for?
Parents and carers of tweens and teens, particularly late primary school, early secondary school age.
Who is the facilitator?
Jenny is a fully qualified counsellor who has worked with children, young people and their families for over twelve years.
How much does it cost?
£45 for the six weeks.
If you receive benefits, please get in touch with us, as we can offer you additional support.
To sign up for the course, email hello@holdingspace.org.uk
Feedback from parents:
“Getting to understand how teenagers behave and why. And then thinking about how you can behave and react to that in effective and consistent ways.”
“It has definitely exceeded my expectations and it’s already making a difference.”
“Great course, really enjoyed it.”
From: 7th November – 12th Dec 2023
When: 6.30-8pm
Where: 7 Hyde Gardens, Eastbourne, BN21 4PN
Counselling
We believe that early intervention and therapy is vital to the recovery and wellbeing of all. We can offer low-cost counselling through our professional team for both adults and children.
Counselling
We offer low cost counselling to families. All our team are members of professional counselling bodies. Please contact your school or us directly for an initial chat
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Therapuetic Intervention
We offer a wide range of interventions to help with mental health and wellbeing. We will be adding to our services.
Relaxation Sessions for Parents & Carers
From: 9:30am - 11:00am
When: Every Monday
Where: Deerfold Centre , 233A Seaside , Eastbourne , BN22 7NR
Yoga and Mindfulness for Young People
Emma is offering 1:1 gentle yoga and mindfulness for young people. Sessions will be tailored to individual needs and must be pre booked.
From: 4:00 - 4:50pm & 5:00 - 5:50pm
When: Every Friday
Where: Yoga Life Studio, 25 South St, Eastbourne BN21 4UP
Making Space
These session are for the whole family – activities for both parents and children that can be done together or separately. These sessions are friendly, informal and and a great way to meet others.
From: August 5th
When: 1st and 3rd Saturday monthly 12-2PM
Where: Printers Playhouse, Grove Road