Welcome to SENDsenses

Our Mission

Our mission is to support the mental health and wellbeing for people of all ages and abilities in Bristol and the surrounding areas through our immersive sessions. We centre our sessions around connecting back into our bodies through the nature around us, as well as using our senses (especially through the soles of our feet). We believe that this strengthens our body and mind, creating more resilience, self-esteem, better wellbeing, social interaction, motor skills and lots more! We strive to provide a safe, nurturing and fun environment for people to explore and learn how to use their bodies as a tool to self-regulate, reducing stress and anxieties. Offering 1:1 and group sessions.

Groups

1:1

Adult Meditation Groups

What's going on?

Meet the team

Jaz and Leah

The Benefits of...

Nature Connection

Improving general health and well-being, reducing stress and anxiety, improving sleep and regulation. Nature has a calming effect, it creates a sense of freedom and grounding in the present moment.

Mindfulness

Improving regulation, helping us to understand our emotions better, reducing anxiety. Learning tools that can be used in everyday life and improving concentration and feeling calmer.

Sensory Experiences

Supporting brain development, body awareness, gross and fine motor skills and cognitive skills. Learning through exploration, problem solving, creativity and curiosity.

Yoga

Improving motor control and motor planning, reducing stress and improving resilience, developing the ability to self-regulate, improving immune function and self awareness.

Play & Crafts

Creative expression - opportunity to express themselves without words.

A method of processing their experiences. Safe risk taking and problem solving. Supporting social-emotional development.

Child-led Approaches

Improving confidence, strengthening their sense of identity, self-acceptance. Developing at their own pace, experiencing non-judgement.

Why Naturopathy

Our Values

We practice being;

Present
Open and Honest
Safe
Trustworthy
Accepting and Non-judgemental
Kind
Caring and Loving
Connected / Relational
Child led / Invitational
Regulated / Recognise co-regulation

We strive for children to feel;

Accepted
Valued
Understood
Safe / Secure and Supported
Nurtured
Connected
Free to express themselves
Equal

“You give children the freedom to be themselves. There are appropriate activities that children are welcome to but not forced to participate in. You interact with each child in an appropriate manner to them and make them feel included and safe.”

SENDsenses Parent 2024

Where to find us...

The Orchard, Church Lane, Portbury, BS20 7TR

The Orchard

At SENDsenses, we believe in the healing power of nature and this is why our sessions are held at The Orchard. Our mindful walks through The Orchard provide ample opportunity for you to ground yourself and connect with the wildlife around you, whilst getting plenty of fresh air. Our sessions are designed to help you disconnect from the stressful world around you, tune into the present moment and tap into your senses connecting your body and mind. Join us and experience the restorative power of mindfulness and nature!

Contact Us

We appreciate your interest in our services, and we are here to support you and your child. If you have any questions or queries, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us. Our approach is child-led and child-centered, so we usually begin with a phone consultation or meeting to understand more about the child and customise our support accordingly. Then, we encourage a visit to The Orchard to ensure it aligns with the child's needs. You can reach us by email at sendsenses@gmail.com or by filling out the contact sheet below. We look forward to hearing from you.