Foster Carer Support & Trauma-Informed Training | bMindful Psychology

At bMindful Psychology, we recognise the profound and lasting impact of early childhood trauma. Effective therapeutic care must be embedded in everyday interactions, which means foster carers and their professional support networks need to respond through a trauma-informed lens.

Our work centres on equipping foster carers and supervising social workers with the knowledge and practical strategies to recognise the effects of trauma - and to respond in ways that promote healing and stability. Just as importantly, we prioritise the wellbeing of foster carers themselves, acknowledging that reflective practice, resilience-building, and self-care are essential to sustaining therapeutic care.

Why Foster Carer Support Matters

Research consistently shows the value of trauma-informed training and support for foster carers. Carers who receive specialist input report:

·       Greater confidence in managing complex behaviours

·       Reduced risk of burnout

·       Stronger ability to provide safe, nurturing environments

This leads to more stable placements, improved emotional wellbeing, and better long-term developmental outcomes for children in care (Pecora et al., 2006; Bramlett et al., 2015; Garcia et al., 2020).

The Impact of Trauma on Children in Care

Children in foster care have often experienced significant early trauma such as neglect, abuse, or instability. These experiences can affect emotional regulation, attachment, and learning.

That’s why trauma-informed approaches are essential - they help carers understand behaviour as communication, respond with empathy, and provide the consistent care that promotes resilience.

Training and Therapy for Foster Families

To support foster families, we provide a comprehensive suite of services, including:

·       Consultation and joint review meetings

·       Tailored training in trauma-informed practice

·       Specialist assessments (trauma evaluations, resiliency scales, ACEs assessments, cognitive assessments)

·       Individual, group, and family therapy

Our therapy integrates evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), person-centred approaches, and creative psychotherapies.

We also deliver support for neurodiversity assessments and AIM3 interventions for harmful sexual behaviours.

Specialist Assessments and Interventions

Every child’s needs are unique. By offering detailed assessments, we provide foster carers and professionals with clear insights into a young person’s strengths, challenges, and resilience. This helps shape personalised care plans and ensures the right interventions are put in place at the right time.

The Keyworker Intervention Toolkit (KIT)

Central to our practice is the Keyworker Intervention Toolkit for Therapeutic Care (KIT) - a structured three-phase program designed to embed trauma-informed principles across:

·       Residential services

·       Foster care

·       Schools

KIT equips professionals with practical tools and resources to integrate therapeutic care into daily practice, ensuring consistency, quality, and stability across different settings.

Tailored Support for Every Foster Family

Every foster family’s situation is different. By tailoring our training and therapeutic support, we empower carers and professionals to provide consistent, trauma-informed care that fosters:

·       Resilience in children and carers

·       Placement stability

·       Long-term positive outcomes for children in care

Get in Touch for Foster Carer Support

At bMindful Psychology, we are committed to supporting foster carers, foster families, and supervising social workers with expert training, therapy, and trauma-informed strategies.

 If you are looking for professional foster carer support services, contact bMindful Psychology today to learn how we can help you build resilience, stability, and healing for the children in your care.