Where Parents Heal, Rebuild, and Belong
Trauma doesn’t end when the crisis is over. At Rise and Thrive Families, we provide early, relational, trauma-informed support so families can reconnect, recover, and grow together.
Presented at the Royal College of Psychiatry International Congress 2024 alongside Dr Lade Smith CBE
93% of pilot parents reported improved mental health insight (PHQ-9, GAD-7, CORE-10)
Founder and Director: Doctoral researcher with 17+ years leading Early Help and mental health services
90% of parents joined peer circles post-programme—healing through connection
Partnered with London organisations to deliver culturally safe parenting programmes
Presented at the Royal College of Psychiatry International Congress 2024 alongside Dr Lade Smith CBE 93% of pilot parents reported improved mental health insight (PHQ-9, GAD-7, CORE-10) Founder and Director: Doctoral researcher with 17+ years leading Early Help and mental health services 90% of parents joined peer circles post-programme—healing through connection Partnered with London organisations to deliver culturally safe parenting programmes
About Rise and Thrive Families CIC
Rise and Thrive Families CIC is a London-based organisation offering early, trauma-informed support for families facing mental health challenges, trauma recovery, and the aftermath of domestic abuse.
We work in partnership with parents, delivering culturally responsive, evidence-based programmes that help rebuild safety, confidence, and emotional connection inside the home.
Our Mission:
To empower parents to heal and grow- creating emotionally safe, connected homes where children can thrive.
Our Vision:
A future where no family navigates trauma or mental health challenges alone, and every child grows up surrounded by connection, care, and resilience.
Our Values:
Trauma-Informed Practice
Equity, Dignity, and Inclusion
Compassionate Systems Change
Early Intervention and Prevention
Community Collaboration and Leadership
Presented at the Royal College of Psychiatry International Congress 2024 alongside Dr Lade Smith CBE
93% of pilot parents reported improved mental health insight (PHQ-9, GAD-7, CORE-10)
Founder and Director: Doctoral researcher with 17+ years leading Early Help and mental health services
90% of parents joined peer circles post-programme—healing through connection
Partnered with London organisations to deliver culturally safe parenting programmes
Presented at the Royal College of Psychiatry International Congress 2024 alongside Dr Lade Smith CBE 93% of pilot parents reported improved mental health insight (PHQ-9, GAD-7, CORE-10) Founder and Director: Doctoral researcher with 17+ years leading Early Help and mental health services 90% of parents joined peer circles post-programme—healing through connection Partnered with London organisations to deliver culturally safe parenting programmes
What We Offer
Whole-Family Healing Starts Here
At Rise and Thrive Families CIC, we offer trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and relational services that support families facing emotional distress, mental health challenges, and the aftermath of domestic abuse.We work across the whole family system, supporting parents as survivors, as caregivers, and when needed, as disruptors of harmful behavior.
Our services are rooted in lived experience, frontline expertise, and justice-led practice. Whether you're a family seeking support, a professional making a referral, or a commissioner exploring early intervention models- our work is designed to heal, connect, and disrupt harm at its roots.
