Our mission and story
Sprucewood - A Specialist & Innovative Children’s Residential Service
established in 2021, attempts to meet the needs of young children (6-13 years) who have complex developmental trauma, associated attachment difficulties and emotional/behavioural challenges by providing them with a responsive Neuro Sequential Approach to their Trauma Repair.
Registered with the Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority
our approachwhat we do
Specialist Residential Care
Spruce Cottage
Spruce Cottage is a homely and welcoming purpose built home situated in a wonderful rural location.
facilties
Therapeutic Services
All our therapeutic approaches are augmented by the application of the Neuro Sequential Model to Trauma Repair.
how we help
Multidisciplinary Team
Sprucewood is a team of experienced professionals from different disciplines who collectively support each child on their journey of repair.
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values and main services
Our Specialist Residential Team
The residential team is supported by senior social workers, a psychologist, an art psychotherapist, play therapist, and an occupational therapist who provide training, consultation, individual intervention strategies and case supervision. A professionally qualified a neuro sequentially informed teacher supports each child’s exposure to the world of education. The team is further supported by a nurse and dietician who are available for consultation and advice as required.
Psychology
A psychologist supports the children and residential staff team within Sprucewood.
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Art Psychotherapist
An art psychotherapist provides support to both the children and staff in Sprucewood.
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Play Therapist
A certified play therapist who is a member of the multidisciplinary team.
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Occupational Therapist
We offer services of a paediatric occupational therapist, who contributes to the multidisciplinary.
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Teacher
We acknowledges the importance of education & we are committed to supporting the children.
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Nurse / Dietician
Sprucewood ensure that the children’s health & development is monitored and supported.
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