Parent Support Advisor
Claire Cookson
For over sixteen years, I worked in local schools supporting children’s social, emotional, and behavioural wellbeing. During that time, I’ve seen how creative approaches can help children make sense of their world in ways that talking alone sometimes can’t. After far too much reflection, I decided to follow my heart and launch Drawing Comfort in early 2024.
Aims of this therapy are:
- It allows us to build emotional resilience and an understanding of human connection
- Greater self-esteem
- Ability to make safe human connections.
- Feeling happier
- Reduction in anxieties
- Better able to access and navigate the world both socially and emotionally
- Resolution of internal turmoil.
I’m qualified in several therapeutic approaches, but Drawing and Talking (with children, teenagers and adults) – and Sand Play (for younger children) – are the ones that really resonate with me. They offer a calm, imaginative space where participants can explore at their own pace, and I often think how perfect they would’ve been for the wobbles and challenges I’ve experienced in my lifetime.
If you have any questions or would like to meet please contact me by email: psa@alpington.norfolk.sch.uk or contact the school office 01508 480335.
