Summer brings longer days, outdoor adventures, water fights, picnics and ice creams. But it also brings heat, dehydration, disrupted routines and lots of excitement, all of which can make it harder for our bodies to recognise and respond to internal signals. Interoception is our ability to notice what's happening inside our body. It helps us… Continue reading Summer fun with interoception: 15+ hot weather activities for young people
At Cup-O-T: Wellness and Therapy Services, we believe every young person deserves a safe space where they can feel connected, supported and able to thrive. With the help of crowdfunding through the Aviva Communities Fund we want to support the future of our WildVibes Youth Group. What is WildVibes? WildVibes is a monthly outdoor youth… Continue reading A Space to Connect, Create and Grow: Help Us Grow our WildVibes Youth Group Through the Aviva Communities Fund
Discovery Group is a 6-week occupational therapy-based programme designed to support young people in developing practical skills, improving wellbeing, and building confidence through meaningful activity. Over the six weeks, young people are encouraged to explore different activities, reflect on what matters to them, and begin shaping routines that support their health and happiness. The aim… Continue reading Discovery Group: Supporting Young People Build Confidence, Connection and Wellbeing
April is Stress Awareness Month: this month offers a valuable opportunity to pause, reflect, and think about how stress affects young people's daily life at home, at school, and everywhere in between.
You might ask yourself: What has winter taught me? What needs composting rather than carrying forward? What small seed feels ready to be planted? What support will protect early growth?
Occupational Therapist Amber Watson gives an insight into the world of Occupational Therapy. There is a famous quote in Occupational Therapy (OT) that OTs ask ‘what matters to you?, not ‘what’s the matter with you?’ - and this is the basis for our work at Cup-O-T. We know that life can feel overwhelming, and that… Continue reading The Power Of Doing: Finding Meaning in What We Do
At Cup-O-T: Wellness and Therapy Services, our Campfire Community Occupational Therapy sessions are not your typical therapy appointments. Using nature-based, purpose-driven therapy within our woodland is a powerful therapeutic tool, especially for young people facing mental health challenges.
Well, it's the end of an era here at Cup-O-T: Wellness and Therapy Services. Our beloved therapy van, which has been a trusted companion on so many journeys, is finally being retired. While it's a bit of a bittersweet moment, we're also thrilled to be moving forward with exciting new spaces that will help us… Continue reading Farewell to the Therapy Van: End of An Era and a Warm Welcome to New Beginnings!
At Cup-O-T: Wellness and Therapy Services, we are thrilled to share some fantastic news! Our hard work and dedication to improving the lives of our clients have been recognised in a big way at the Occupational Therapy Excellence Awards 2024. We are proud to announce that we scooped up three prestigious awards, cementing our place… Continue reading Celebrating Success: Cup-O-T Wins Big at the Occupational Therapy Excellence Awards 2024
Hello! I’m Amber, an Occupational Therapist at Cup-O-T: Wellness and Therapy Services. I’ve been with the team for 2 years now part-time, mostly working on our Build Together Breckland Families workshops. I’ve just joined the team full-time (which is very exciting for me!), and I’m really looking forward to spending more time working with the… Continue reading Understanding Interoception: Enhancing Mental Wellbeing for All
