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Bringing together decades of professional experience, research and practice to provide evidence-informed support across
social care, health, education and the wider helping professions.
Understanding the risks, remedies and rewards of the work we do,
to continue the work that matters to us.
Training and reflective spaces for the helping professions
Supporting other human beings changes us.
At SelfCare Psychology, we bring together psychology, research and years of practical experience to develop reflective, evidence-informed training, resources and support for people working across the helping professions.
From established training sessions to our Together in Practice reflective support programme, we work with individuals, teams and organisations, shaping our approaches around the particular needs and challenges of their work.
Because supporting the people who care for others is about more than asking individuals to cope with more.
The 5 Pillars of Protection
Our Five Pillars of Protection bring together the individual, relational and organisational resources that help protect and sustain people working in demanding helping roles.
Together, they offer a framework for understanding what supports us, what may be missing, and where meaningful change can happen.
What is Professional Trauma and Fatigue?
We developed the term Professional Trauma and Fatigue to describe the different ways demanding helping work can affect us.
It brings together experiences such as burnout, compassion fatigue, secondary trauma, vicarious trauma and moral distress, recognising that these can overlap but are not the same.
What are the rewards of the work?
The rewards of helping work are often overlooked, yet they are an important part of the story.
Alongside the challenges, this work can bring meaning, connection, satisfaction and opportunities for growth.
Recognising these experiences helps us understand the fuller impact of supporting others.
Behind SelfCare Psychology are Sass Boucher and Kate Collier, bringing together decades of professional experience, research and practice.
Through training, reflective support and practical resources, we help people and organisations better understand the risks, strengthen protection and recognise the rewards of helping work.
Some of the organisations we've had the privilege of working with.
"I've developed an understanding of terminology, but MORE importantly how to look after myself and prioritise this"
Student. Hospital Team
"Excellent facilitation skills, one of the best management courses I have ever been on in 35 years!"
Manager. Social Work Team.
"I can honestly say I have loved every element of this course useful, relatable and a whole support network in itself"
Social Worker.
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