The Power Of Play
We believe all children experiencing emotional distress should have fast direct access to emotional support. We are a Play Therapy service for schools, professionals and families.
The Treasure Basket Association is here to support the emotional well-being of children and families.
“The NHS estimate that 18% of children have a probable mental health disorder.”
(Children’s Commissioner. Children’s Mental Health Services, March 2023.)
How We Can Help
At The Treasure Basket we are passionate about helping to create calm and clarity for disadvantaged children who are experiencing emotional distress, in the pockets of deprivation that are close to our home.Â
Children & Young People
We help reduce physical and mental health problems and build emotional resilience, self-esteem, and interpersonal skills, that once open to, can help provide emotional security for life.
parents & Carers
We believe parents and carers are the most important people in a child’s life and want to allow you to feel confident in being the agent of change.
Professionals
Referrals are accepted from schools, family centres, health organisations, and private families based on any emotional upset or distress experienced by the child or family.
Projects
We engage the community in designing, fundraising, and managing projects to address mental health needs, raising awareness and promoting emotional well-being.
About Us
At The Treasure Basket we believe that Play Therapy can provide a child with the opportunity to learn to self-regulate their behaviour and manage their world with confidence and belief. Â
Get Involved!
We are always looking for friends within the community that can help support our growth and development. There are many projects that your skill would greatly help us with, both short term and long term commitments.
Seeking charity work experience in secondary school?
Can you knit teddies or craft wooden toys for our children?
Are you able to make wooden toys for the children we support?
Have financial acumen or knowledge of charity structures?
Consider joining our board of trustees.
If you’re an educator or offer career advice in schools, explore opportunities for year ten work experience in the charity sector with us.
Do you have experience using arts and crafts with children at home?
Interested in sports and open to a sponsored event or running a stall at a fair for us?
Would you be willing to run a stall at a fate for us?
Eager to explore fundraising and crowdfunding for local opportunities?
Are you a Child or Family Therapist aligned with our charity ethos?
- JOIN US!
Our Community Testimonials
"It’s fun, I like being creative. The Newsletters and idea sheets are really fun. It relaxes me and takes my mind off stuff."
- Children from Cohort School
"Over the years the money available for therapeutic support has diminished but the need has grown. At least 10% of all classes require emotional support at some point during their Primary school journey"
- Concerned Primary School Teacher
"The children’s faces light up when they get their Treasure Basket. One girl took the materials and made me a Thank You card!"
- Teacher handing out Treasure Baskets
Please Donate To Help Us Continue To Empower Lives
Embark on a journey of compassion and support by contributing to The Treasure Basket, our play therapy charity dedicated to nurturing the well-being of children through the transformative power of play.
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