Juniper Therapy: A Whole-School Therapeutic Approach
Juniper Therapy is the integrated therapy service at Chaigeley School, supporting pupils’ social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs through personalised and specialist intervention. At our SEMH specialist school, we understand that children thrive when they feel safe, understood, emotionally secure, and connected to the adults around them. We recognise that behaviour is a form of communication, and that social, emotional, sensory, communication, and relational needs can affect learning and relationships.
Our approach is relational, trauma-informed, attachment-aware, and child-centred. Therapy is embedded throughout school life, within classrooms, routines, relationships, and everyday interactions, creating consistent environments that promote safety, regulation, predictability, and belonging. We believe the best outcomes happen when staff, families, carers, and therapists work together with a shared understanding of each child’s strengths, needs, and experiences.
Our Therapy Team
Robyn Shevlin
Therapy Lead and Play Therapist
Kathryn Murrel
Speech and Language practitioner
Emma Ingham
SEMH Specialist practitioner
Maddy Murdoch
Specialist Speech and<br /> Language Therapist
Juniper Therapy Provision Overview: Therapy Interventions
| Intervention | Purpose | Target Group | Delivery Model | Level of Intervention |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Play Therapy | Express emotions through play; process trauma; build resilience. | Pupils who may benefit from play and creative art-based approaches. | 1:1 or small group, 15-week intervention blocks with a qualified play therapist. | Specialist |
| Integrative Child Counselling | Provide a safe relational space to talk, explore feelings, develop coping strategies, and process experiences using talking therapy alongside creative tools (art, storytelling, sand play). | Pupils with anxiety, low mood, or emotional regulation difficulties. | Weekly 1:1 sessions delivered in 12-week creative counselling blocks, with a qualified counsellor | Specialist |
| Speech & Language Therapy (SALT) | Develop communication, social interaction, and language skills. | Pupils with speech, language, or social communication needs. | Specialist assessment and intervention plans; delivered 1:1, in groups, or via staff support. | Specialist |
| Motional (Assessment Tool) | Assess and track social, emotional, and mental health needs; guide support. | Pupils across the school. | Online platform used by staff; informs targeted interventions and reviews. | Whole School / Targeted |
| Drawing and Talking Therapy | Gentle therapeutic approach using drawings to help pupils process emotions. | Pupils experiencing loss, trauma, or difficulty expressing feelings. | Weekly 1:1 sessions over 12 weeks with trained practitioner. | Targeted |
| Attachment & Trauma Intervention | Support pupils with insecure attachments or trauma history to build trust and regulation. | Pupils with attachment or trauma-related needs. | 1:1 or small group sessions; strategies shared with class staff to ensure consistency. | Targeted |
| Lego-Based Therapy | Build teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills. | Pupils with autism or social skill difficulties. | Weekly group sessions with facilitator guidance. | Targeted |
| Mindfulness & Relaxation | Reduce anxiety, support regulation, and improve attention. | Pupils needing support with self-regulation. | Daily/weekly practices; integrated into classroom routines. | Universal |
| Sensory Circuit | Prepare pupils for learning by supporting regulation through sensory input. | Pupils with sensory or regulation difficulties. | Daily/regular short sessions using structured sensory activities. | Universal / Targeted |
Sports Leadership
Rachel Guyer
Carl Morris
Gemma McCaig
Leonie Sourbutts
Tim Askham
Iolen Strettle-Jones
Hilary Brooks
Beloved Ogundipe
Chris Haines
Noel Conreen
Paul Lambert