Children in care often struggle to trust adults. Relational trauma leaves them wary of closeness, leading to what we call 'blocked trust'. At the same time, carers can experience 'blocked care', the emotional exhaustion and detachment that can come from repeated rejection or challenging behaviour.

Working with children in care can be both rewarding and challenging. Many have experienced early adversity, loss or trauma, which shapes how they respond to adults and the world around them. Therapeutic parenting provides carers, staff and leaders with a relational framework to support recovery.