Foundations Child & Family Therapy

Foundations Child & Family Therapy Award-winning private therapy, Autism and ADHD assessments service in Kent, London and Sussex. www.foundationschildtherapy.co.uk

Offering a wide range of therapeutic support and groups with our experienced multi-disciplinary team.

⏰ The clocks are changing this weekend — and for many neurodiverse children, even an hour's difference can feel really b...
27/03/2026

⏰ The clocks are changing this weekend — and for many neurodiverse children, even an hour's difference can feel really big. Changes to sleep and routine can affect mood, behaviour, focus and emotional regulation.
Here are some gentle ways to help 👇

Before Sunday:
- Shift bedtime by 10–15 minutes each night in the days leading up — small steps feel safer than one big jump.
- Keep routines visible; use visual timetables or schedules so your child can see what's happening, even when the clock feels confusing.
- Use natural light; open curtains first thing in the morning to help reset their body clock naturally — light is a powerful cue.
- Protect wind-down time; keep the hour before bed calm, consistent and screen-free. Predictability is reassuring.

💬 Name it out loud
"The clocks change on Sunday, so it might feel a bit different this week — that's normal." Simply naming it reduces anxiety.
❤️ Be patient with big feelings

The good news? Most children settle within 1–2 weeks. You've got this. 💪
If your child is really struggling with transitions or routine changes, extra help can build those coping strategies.

Take a look at our resources page for more ideas and tools to keep everyone feeling calmer:
https://f.mtr.cool/ozeifnefrg

26/03/2026

Thinking about getting assessed for autism or ADHD — but not sure what to expect?
The process can feel overwhelming, especially when there's so little clear information out there. So we're breaking it down, step by step.

From your first referral to receiving your results, here's what actually happens during an assessment. 👇

- We begin with an initial screening; a questionnaire sent to parents and the child's school.
- Once we have the questionnaires back, you will be given an appointment for us to meet with you and your child and learn more about them.
- Our team of experts use gold standard diagnostic tools, such as an ADOS (Autistic Diagnostic Observation Schedule). In addition, for ADHD assessments, we ask our young people to complete a QbCheck - a computerised system which objectively evaluates attention, hyperactivity and impulse control.
- After the assessment, our team will combine all of the information gathered and produce a report which gives detailed feedback and recommendations.
- We work with families to create care plans and ensure that young people receive the support needed to thrive as they move forward in life.

Save or share with someone who might find this reassuring.

You cannot pour from an empty cup. 💙Parental mental health shapes everything — and yet it's one of the last things most ...
24/03/2026

You cannot pour from an empty cup. 💙

Parental mental health shapes everything — and yet it's one of the last things most of us prioritise. When parents are struggling, children absorb that stress but when parents heal, children learn that healing is possible. It's not a personal issue - it radiates outward to every relationship in the family system.

Parenting is relentlessly demanding, so without tending to your own mental wellbeing, burnout isn't a risk — it's almost inevitable. A burned out parent simply cannot show up with the presence, warmth and attunement that children need most.

Here's what we often forget: children don't learn emotional intelligence from what we tell them. They learn it from what they witness. Every time you ask for help, set a boundary, or work through something hard - you're teaching your child those exact skills in real time.
For dads especially, breaking the stigma around seeking support isn't just good for you - it's one of the most powerful things you can model for your children's future.

Some of the most difficult conversations? They're absolutely worth having.

22/03/2026

Back in October, our very own Dr Diana joined Tara Dolby of Let's All Talk Mental Health to discuss ADHD diagnosis and how teens particularly can move forward afterwards.

As part of the conversation, they talked about how ADHD might show up differently in boys and girls, why school can feel so overwhelming for some teens and the parenting strategies that make the biggest difference.

This extract focuses on ADHD children and finding the positives in their abilities moving through school.

To access the full session, you can subscribe to "Let's all talk Mental Health". Use the code MONTHFREE, to get the first 30 days free - After that, you can cancel anytime or continue for £5 per month. Subscription gives you access to a library of 100+ recordings on the hub as well as upcoming live sessions online (4 live sessions each month during term time).

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21/03/2026

Taken from a conversation with Tara Dolby at “Let’s all talk mental health”, Dr Diana Goldsmith explains the different types of ADHD: inattentive, hyperactive and combined - and their characteristics.

Do you relate to any of these?

Happy International Day of Happiness! 🌼✨ (and it's FRIDAY!)Spring is finally here — the days are getting longer, the flo...
20/03/2026

Happy International Day of Happiness! 🌼✨ (and it's FRIDAY!)
Spring is finally here — the days are getting longer, the flowers are beginning to bloom, and there's a little extra warmth in the air. What better time to celebrate happiness and all the ways we can nurture it?

Happiness doesn't have to be big or dramatic. It's a kind word, a chat with a neighbour, or simply showing up for someone who needs it. When we support each other, we all grow — just like the spring flowers we see around us (yes we know, it sounds a bit cheesy!) 🌱

Today, we are celebrating the small moments, the connections, and the community that makes life a little brighter.

How will you spread happiness today?

19/03/2026

🎙️ PODCAST EPISODE 1: "Redefining Men's Mental Health"
Breaking the silence - No toxic positivity, no "man up." Just honest conversation men desperately need to hear: that your mental health matters.
Talking with 3 local dads; each shares their unique experiences with mental health challenges, highlighting the pressures and stigmas they face as men and fathers. They discuss the impact of their roles on their mental well-being, the importance of open conversations, and how they support their own sons in navigating their mental health journeys.

🔗 Listen now on Spotify
Save this. Share it with a dad who needs it. 🙏 Let's get this conversation going. 💬

For many neurodivergent people, technology isn't just entertainment. It's how they communicate, learn, regulate emotions...
19/03/2026

For many neurodivergent people, technology isn't just entertainment. It's how they communicate, learn, regulate emotions, and connect with the world.
But like anything powerful, it comes with risks too.
Swipe through to explore both sides — and why the question we should be asking isn't "how much?" but "how, and for what?" 👉
💬 Are you neurodivergent or parenting a neurodivergent child? We'd love to hear how screens play a role in your life. Drop a comment below. ⬇️

18/03/2026

Did you know we offer free online coaching sessions to help you support an autistic person in your life?

The sessions are one-to-one and delivered by trained peer guides with lived and family experience.

The sessions offer a safe space to reflect on autistic wellbeing and different aspects of family life.

Our peer guides can give you practical guidance to navigate services and offer a listening ear, helping you feel heard and connected.

Here’s what people liked about the sessions...
💜 "Connecting to someone who gets it"
💜 “It was amazingly helpful”
💜 "Being able to talk freely and with ease and support"

Anyone living in England and supporting an autistic person of any age is eligible. You can access up to 10 consecutive sessions.

Find out more and book: https://orlo.uk/1HWtX

These sessions are commissioned by the NHS as part of the Autism Central programme.

NHS England Workforce, Training and Education

Neurodiversity recognises that conditions like ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dyspraxia are natural variations...
18/03/2026

Neurodiversity recognises that conditions like ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dyspraxia are natural variations in how humans think, learn, and experience the world.

Neurodiversity isn't a problem to solve. It means that human brains come in many beautiful variations — and that the world works better when we design it for all of them.



Swipe through to learn more about what neurodiversity means.👉

17/03/2026

Did you know that around 1 in 7 people are neurodivergent? That's colleagues, friends, family members, or maybe even yourself.
For Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we want to recognise that there's no single "right" way for a brain to work. Neurodivergent individuals often face unnecessary barriers — not because of any lack of ability, but because systems aren't always designed with them in mind.

Small changes can make a big difference. This week, let's commit to learning, listening, and doing better. Listen to neurodivergent voices. Remove barriers and create spaces where everyone can thrive. 🌈🧠

15/03/2026

💐 Happy Mothering Sunday 💐

This Mother’s Day, we celebrate you all — the mums, step-mums, grandmas, nannies, foster mums and adoptive mums.

To those missing their own mum, those who want to be a mum, the mums-to-be, and those who don’t have a relationship with their mum — we’re thinking of you too.

Today we celebrate the superheroes: those holding everything together and those doing it solo. We think each and every one of you are AMAZING. 💛

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