A safe space for children to feel, explore, express and be themselves.
Independent therapeutic support for children and young people in Llanelli, South Wales.
A safe, nurturing space
Children don't always have the words to express what they're feeling.
At Nurture, children and young people have a warm, private space to express themselves in ways that feel comfortable. My approach is neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed, with each child met with respect for their individual needs, communication and pace.
In Therapeutic Play, there is no expectation to sit still or talk about feelings. Children can choose to play, create, move, build, use sand, explore stories and imagination, talk — or simply spend time in the space.
Drawing & Talking offers something a little different: a gentle, structured approach that uses drawing to help children and young people explore and process their inner world, without needing to explain or interpret their drawings.
How Nurture works
Therapeutic Play
A creative, child-led approach using play, sand, art and imagination to help children process difficult feelings and experiences — without needing to find the words.
45-minute sessions · Ages 4–16
Drawing & Talking
A gentle, structured approach using drawing and quiet conversation to help children and young people explore and release emotional difficulties at their own pace.
30-minute sessions · Ages 5–18
Who Nurture may support
Nurture works with children and young people aged 5–16, including those who may have experience of:
If you are unsure whether Nurture is the right fit, please get in touch for a free informal conversation.
About ME
A warm welcome from Lauren
Hi, I'm Lauren — the practitioner behind Nurture. I'm passionate about supporting children and young people to feel understood, valued and emotionally safe.
I hold a BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology (First Class) and an MA in Children & Young People's Mental Health. My practice is grounded in these academic foundations alongside ongoing professional development, and I receive regular professional supervision to ensure the highest standard of care for every child I work with.
I work from a place of warmth, curiosity and respect for each child's unique experience. Whether a child comes to me through a school referral or a family enquiry, my aim is always the same — to create a space where they feel truly safe to be themselves.
- BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology — First Class
- MA Children & Young People's Mental Health
- Drawing & Talking Practitioner
- Regular professional supervision
Schools & professionals
Referring a child to Nurture
Nurture welcomes referrals from schools, GPs, social workers and other professionals. If you are concerned about a child's emotional wellbeing, please get in touch to discuss how Nurture may be able to support.
Contact
Get in touch
Whether you're a parent, carer or professional, I'd love to hear from you. Please reach out using the details below and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.
[email protected]Llanelli, South Wales