Transforming troubled lives together
Working with all those made vulnerable by childhood trauma
Welcome to
The Mulberry Bush
Our work transforms the lives of all those affected by childhood trauma, through specialist therapeutic services.
Our belief is that we have something special that we want to share with others and from which many could benefit.
Founded in 1948, we are proud of our strong Therapeutic Community heritage and continue to build on how it informs our practice and services, enhancing the links between; Practice, Teaching and Research.
2020/21 Charity Impact Report
We’re excited to share our 2020/21 Charity Impact Report detailing what we’ve been up to, how we responded to the challenges of the pandemic, and our plans for the future
Our organisation
The heart of the charity’s practice expertise is The Mulberry Bush School in Standlake, Oxfordshire.
The Mulberry Bush is committed to research in therapeutic residential and foster care.
MB3 (The Mulberry Bush Third Space) is the National Centre for Reflective Practice. Located in Toddington, Gloucestershire it offers a ‘haven and reflective space’ for meaningful experiences.
The Mulberry Bush Outreach service provides training, consultation and support to schools, care services and organisations working with challenging or vulnerable children, their families and communities.
If you are looking to develop your organisation and staff, tackle a specific problem or looking for support in your role, we can help you find your way.
Events and Training
Upcoming Mulberry Bush Events and Training.
Trauma Informed Practice: Assessing for recovery
A conference presented by the International Centre for Therapeutic Care (ICTC) and the Institute from Recovery of Childhood Trauma ... Read more
Nurture Network
Join our Nurture Network which aims to provide a safe space for school staff who wish to develop and grow their nurturing practices. ... Read more
Level 2 Certificate in Working with Trauma
This qualification is designed for those working across the childcare sector to help them work effectively and empathetically with ... Read more
Our Eco-Vision
The Mulberry Bush is committed to being a forward thinking charity, for the sector, in minimising the impact of its activities on the environment, playing our part in creating a planet for future generations that is habitable and sustainable.
Stephen Fry
We are delighted to announce that Stephen Fry has agreed to become a Patron of The Mulberry Bush charity.
Impact report
Follow our work and share in our success stories by reading our latest Impact Report.
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