About the Nurturing Families Service

The Nurturing Families Specialist Parent–Infant Relationship Service provides therapeutic interventions and consultation and workforce training to support professionals working with families during the first 1000 days (conception up to 2 years old).

Dr Nicola Canale

Consultant Practitioner Psychologist

Hello. I’m Nicola, Consultant Educational Psychologist and Clinical Lead for the Nurturing Families Service. I have a passion for supporting babies, young children and caregivers during the first 1000 days of life and am committed to improving outcomes by supporting nurturing, responsive relationships, both within and around families, from the very start of life

Dr Rachel Johnson

Clinical Pyschologist

Hello, I’m Rachel, a Clinical Psychologist working in the Nurturing Families Service. I feel really privileged to be able to work early with families in a preventative way, supporting parents, caregivers and babies during such an important time in their lives.

I’m passionate about creating a space where families feel safe, understood and truly heard, and about helping parents feel more confident and connected in their relationship with their baby. I also value being part of a wider network of professionals supporting families, and feel proud to work alongside so many people who are dedicated to supporting our families and communities.

Reflective practice for practitioners

Join us for a supportive, safe space to connect with one another and reflect on your work with babies, young children, and families.

These sessions offer a calm, non judgemental opportunity to pause, think, and make sense of the emotional and relational aspects of your role.