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title: "Support in school"
url: "https://blackpoolaspireacademy.co.uk/students/mental-health-wellbeing-at-aspire/support-in-school"
school: "Blackpool Aspire Academy"
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# Support in school

At Aspire, we are committed to supporting students in understanding their minds and bodies and developing the skills they need to manage everyday challenges, such as low mood, anxiety, and resolving conflict. Through our carefully planned PSHE curriculum, dedicated Form Time Personal Development sessions, and, where appropriate, individual support, we help students build emotional awareness, develop healthy coping strategies, and strengthen their ability to regulate their emotions. Our aim is to equip every young person with the knowledge and confidence to navigate both school life and the wider world with resilience and self-belief.

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#### Meet the Team

**Darren Ewart** - Deputy Headteacher - Personal Development

**Kayleigh Taylor** - Director of Personal Development/ Trauma Informed Practitioner/ Mental Health Lead/ Mental Health First Aider

**Lesley Gregory** - PSHE Lead/ Mental Health First Aider/ Professional Trainer in Mindfulness

**Catherine Hodgson** - YouTherapy Counsellor- Based at Aspire

**Magdalene Clayton** - SHINE Practioner

**Elizabeth Bradford** - SHINE Practioner

#### Mental Health and Wellbeing Support in School

We offer a range of support services within school to help meet our students’ mental health and wellbeing needs. Referrals are considered on an individual basis and assessed in collaboration with mental health professionals to ensure the most appropriate support is provided. Where suitable, students may access in-school services delivered by trained staff or visiting professionals. If in-school support is not the best option, we will work closely with parents and carers to signpost alternative services outside of school that can offer the right help.

- 1:1 Counselling with Catherine Hodgson (YouTherapy) 6 Weeks
- SHINE Therapy 1:1 and Small Group Workshops
- Access to Hive/The Bridge
- Drop in sessions

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