EP39 Navigating Therapeutic Support in Fostering; and Interview with Jaid Bennett
Update: 2025-10-10
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Episode 39 – Navigating Therapeutic Support in Fostering with Jaid Bennett
In this episode, Julie is joined by Jaid Bennett, Deputy Regional Manager at Fusion Fostering in the Southwest. Together, they explore what it means to be a foster carer, the challenges and rewards of supporting children who have experienced trauma, and the importance of embedding therapeutic approaches into everyday care.
Jaid shares insights into:
- The fostering application and assessment process
- How Fusion supports carers and children through therapy, reflective practice, and training
- The role of shame, guilt, and empathy in parenting children with big emotions
- Creative tools – including personalised therapeutic stories – that help children make sense of their experiences
- How young people are given a voice in shaping the fostering journey
Whether you’re curious about fostering, already a carer, or interested in therapeutic support for children, this conversation is full of inspiration and practical wisdom.
Website: https://fusionfostering.com/
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