Sensing Friends
Free support, friendship and community for young people aged 8–25 with sensory needs in the south east
Who we support
We work with young people who have:
- A physical sensory need, such as a visual or hearing impairment
- A neurological need such as ADHD, ASD, AuDHD or HSP
- An emotional need such as PTSD, trauma or anxiety
We also run a dedicated Sanctuary group for young female refugees, providing a trauma-free, nature-based space to rebuild confidence and connection.
What we offer
January – April:
- One-to-one counselling, online or face to face in nature
- Weekly online peer support (Sundays, 4pm)
- Weekly online storytelling
April – December (in addition to above):
- Circle of Friendship and drop-in groups in nature
- Out and About – bowling and Saturday café meetups
- Friendly Fridays – every Friday throughout the year
Why it matters
Belonging is a need we all have. For young people who experience the world differently, feeling excluded or unable to join in can bring up deep emotional challenges. At Sensing Friends, we believe every young person deserves to feel seen, valued and connected.
How we help
With the help of nature, music, creative arts and peer support, we help young people explore how they feel about themselves and their relationships, and find ways to overcome the barriers that hold them back.
About Sensing Friends
We are a group of trained and experienced counsellors, eco therapists, creative practitioners musicians and community enterprise professionals, who provide services that facilitate emotional support for young people - tackling issues related to bullying and social exclusion.
With the help of creativity and nature we support young people to form a deeper understanding of themselves and positive meaningful connection with their peers.
