About Paws4Minds:
Welcome to Paws4Minds — professional mental health and wellbeing support, delivered with the supportive presence of Noodle, our trained wellbeing support dog.
At Paws4Minds, our trauma‑informed practice is supported by Noodle, a trained wellbeing support dog who enhances participant engagement and emotional regulation.
Noodle’s own journey through sadness and recovery makes him a unique companion in our mission to promote open conversations about mental health. With Noodle by our side, we’re creating safe, supportive spaces to talk, share, learn and grow – together.
ARC Trauma Informed Framework
Attachment Regulation and Competency are the basis of the ARC Trauma informed framework that is used here at Paws4Minds.
Whilst supporting children & adolescents who have experienced trauma.
Noodle helps to provide attachment for the individual. Noodle loves unconditionally, he doesn't judge people and he doesn't give his opinion.
He helps people with regulation of their feelings & emotions. When someone is suffering from traumatic incidents often their brains are in survival mode. It's not until they feel safe, emotionally regulated that they will have competency ability, to think or understand in a rational manner
Paws4Minds, with help from Noodle, are able to schools, youth justice teams, care homes, foster homes and more.
We also support the care givers. People such as guardians, carers, teachers, emergency workers etc as they deal with the reactions and consequences of trauma on a daily basis, as they are unintentionally forgotten about
Paws4Minds provide:
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Paws4Minds provide structured mental health and wellbeing support services (with integrated canine support):
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Interactive workshops focused on mental health topics, where Noodle’s supportive presence enhances engagement and openness
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One‑to‑one mental wellbeing coaching, delivered professionally and supported by Noodle’s presence to help participants feel calm, safe, and engaged.
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Informative discussions about mental health and wellness topics to empower and inspire. Noodle's attendance is to support people emotionally, reduce stress whilst the discussions take place
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Wellbeing Support Sessions with trained canine‑assisted therapeutic support to support engagement and emotional regulation in organisations such as schools, NHS settings, charitable and workplace environments.
Paws4Minds Commitment:
We are committed to empowering you with practical tools and supportive strategies to build lasting mental resilience. Together, we aim to inspire positive lifestyle changes, encourage mindfulness, and foster a deeper understanding of mental health, trauma & wellbeing — for yourself and those around you.
We believe in helping to develop a more empathetic approach in life.
Paws4Minds support & promotes wellbeing in many ways:
Attachment
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Not being Judgemental
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Comforting interactions
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Companionship
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Enjoyment
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Being in the present moment
Regulation
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Emotional Awareness
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Self Regulation Skills
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Grounding techniques
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Behavioural Modulation during Dysregulation
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Routine & Predictability
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Reflection tools
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Fine motor skill development
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Encourage participation
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Cortisol reduction :stress relief Serotonin Increase
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Mood improvement: Oxytocin increase which help to form bonds & social interaction
Competency
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Making rational decisions
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Behavioural regulation
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Social Skills
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Identity Development
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Problem Solving Skills
Why It Works
Noodle helps break down barriers
Noodle’s calming presence—combined with Ian’s Level 5 CPCAB training in Mental Health & Wellbeing—creates a supportive, transformative environment where people feel truly heard and supported.
Paws4Minds aim is too:
Empower
Equip individuals with effective knowledge, understanding and coping strategies to strengthen mental resilience.
Encourage Positive Lifestyle Changes:
We want to support people in making meaningful and sustainable improvements to your wellbeing.
Develop Mindful Approaches to Life:
Promote awareness and enjoyment in everyday moments to support mental clarity and calm.
Raise Understanding of Wellbeing
Enhance knowledge about mental health and holistic wellness practices.
Improve Mental Health
Provide insights into common challenges and practical ways to help improve peoples wellbeing.
Increase Empathy and Compassion
Our aim is to develop courses, workshops & discussions to help increase better understanding & more empathy toward others, building which will help build stronger & more supportive communities.
Let’s walk this journey together, with open hearts & curious minds
*Noodle is part of our therapeutic model — all sessions are outcome-focused wellbeing support*
