'A Place Within' | Providence Row

Our award-winning Outreach Psychotherapy service offers accessible, therapeutic support for people experiencing homelessness.

We work at your client’s pace, offering up to twenty-four supportive sessions in places that feel safe and comfortable for them.

Could your client benefit from a referral?

Independent evaluation shows that our service can help people with:

Finding and keeping accommodation
Coping with housing transitions and change
Feeling more stable day-to-day
Understanding what sits behind certain behaviours
Managing emotions and stress
Feeling more confident expressing themselves
Noticing triggers for substance use
Breaking cycles of re-offending
Processing trauma — both recent and historic
Recognising strengths and building resilience

Is Psychotherapy Suitable for Your Client?

Our service works best when your client:

Would like a safe, consistent space to explore their experiences
Is working with an agreed referral partner in their borough
(If male) is CHAIN verified — females do not require verification
Would benefit from a women-only service, if they feel safer or prefer a women-only environment
May be using substances but is not too intoxicated to safely engage in sessions
Is safe for lone working; any safety concerns should be discussed before referral
Does not currently require a Mental Health Team intervention as a priority (please check if unsure)

What we offer

Client-led, trauma-informed therapy in a safe, non-judgemental space
Flexible sessions: sitting, walking, or creative approaches such as art and drama (where available)
Weekly sessions over 24 weeks, at a pace that suits your client

Therapy helps clients explore thoughts, feelings, behaviours, relationships, and life experiences, often enabling positive change, increased stability, and improved wellbeing.

How to refer your client

Complete a referral form with your client. We’ll arrange a relaxed meeting with your client and yourself — an opportunity to discuss the client’s needs and answer any questions.

If it feels like a good fit, therapy sessions can begin at a pace comfortable for your client.

‘A Place Within’ works collaboratively with partners to ensure clients feel supported, safe, and ready to engage in therapy.

To get in touch with us or for more information, please email [email protected]