Keeping children safe

This resource is designed to guide therapists in developing comprehensive safety plans with clients, focusing on reducing risk and enhancing protective factors.

It provides structured prompts to help therapists explore critical areas, including social support, triggers, and coping strategies, with the aim of building a tailored, effective plan.

References and Further Reading

  • National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) (2022). Self-harm: Assessment, management and preventing recurrence (NICE guideline [NG225]). NICE.
  • NHS (2024). Help for suicidal thoughts. NHS. https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/behaviours/help-for-suicidal-thoughts/