Therapeutic Work
True Butterflies Foundation provides therapeutic support aimed at helping survivors of domestic abuse and their families heal, rebuild confidence, and move forward. Our support includes counselling links, therapy-based support, and therapeutic workshops alongside mentoring and practical help.
Key areas of therapeutic support include:
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A safe space for healing — providing a supportive environment where survivors can talk about their experiences and emotions.
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Trauma-informed support — helping individuals process the impact of abuse, including experiences connected to fear, anxiety, loss of confidence, or trauma responses.
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Counselling and therapy links — connecting survivors and families with therapeutic support to aid recovery and wellbeing.
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Creative and therapeutic activities for children — using activities such as workshops to help children express themselves, build confidence, and feel supported after experiencing domestic abuse.
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Emotional recovery and empowerment — supporting people to rebuild self-esteem, recognise their strengths, and develop a sense of hope for the future.
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Family healing — recognising that domestic abuse can affect children and wider family members, and offering support that considers the needs of the whole family.
True Butterflies Foundation offers cosplay and theatrical therapeutic workshops for children as part of our support for children affected by domestic abuse.
Cosplay therapeutic workshops aim to help children by:
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Encouraging self-expression — children can use costumes, characters, creativity, and storytelling to explore feelings and experiences in a safe way.
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Building confidence and self-esteem — taking on a character or creating something unique can help children recognise their strengths and feel a sense of achievement.
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Supporting emotional healing — creative play can provide a positive outlet for children who may have experienced trauma, anxiety, or difficult life changes.
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Developing communication skills — drama, role play, and group activities can support children in expressing thoughts and emotions.
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Creating a safe sense of belonging — workshops offer children a supportive environment where they can connect with others and feel accepted.
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Encouraging creativity and resilience — children can learn new skills while developing coping strategies and positive ways to manage emotions.