“In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity”
-Sun Tzu
Non Violent Resistance
NVR stands for Non Violent Resistance, an approach used by parents and carers of children and young people displaying violent, challenging, risk taking, self-harming and anxiety based behaviours. By taking a new approach to interactions, parents are able to influence the outcome, reduce the frequency and length of challenging situations and reconnect with their child. NVR is used in a variety of contexts including SEND, adoption, SGO, foster families and schools. NVR does not require the direct engagement of children and young people. Our practitioners work with parents to empower them to become the parent they would like to be, to regain their voice, and find a new approach to resisting their child’s concerning behaviours.
Continual Professional Development
NVR Psychology offer a range of professional and corporate events. The team have adapted the NVR strategies based on psychological approaches to emotion regulation for professional development and emotional well being to improve relationship management and conflict handling, building resilience, and overall team building. Our Practitioners have delivered talks for partner agencies such as The London School of Childcare Studies, NVR Northampton, and trained staff within Wandsworth Borough Council Children’s Services.
A flexible approach
NVR Psychology offers a compassionate, practical and innovative approach to support parents and caregivers manage concerning and challenging behaviours. We have a combined 16 years experience of providing NVR to families with challenges such as violent, aggressive and controlling behaviour, self harm, anxiety, school refusal, Autism, ADHD, Learning Disability, PDA, OCD, Selective Mutism, and Early Childhood Trauma. Our team offer an adaptive, flexible service across the UK providing online, evening and weekend appointments. Face to face appointments are available depending on location.
Let our parents tell you how NVR impacted their family lives, in their own words…
Services
Initial Consultation
Take the first step toward a calmer home with an online initial consultation. We’ll explore your family’s unique challenges and show you how NVR Psychology can empower you to become the confident, connected parent you want to be.
Individual Sessions
Experience tailored support with one-to-one online sessions led by an accredited NVR practitioner. These private consultations offer a dedicated space for deep reflection, facilitating the adaptation of Non-Violent Resistance techniques to the specific nuances of family life and personal goals
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Group Sessions
Transform your parenting journey through our 10-week online group programme. Led by two accredited practitioners, these sessions offer a collaborative space to master NVR alongside a community of peers. You’ll benefit from expert guidance and rich group discussions, helping you build a lasting support network while reclaiming peace in your home.
Keep your NVR practice alive with our monthly online support group, facilitated by accredited NVR Practitioners. Open to all former clients—whether you worked with us individually or in a group—this is a dedicated space to refresh your knowledge, share experiences with like-minded parents, and recharge your NVR battery.
Not a previous client? If you have practiced NVR elsewhere and would like to join our community, please get in touch to find out how we can support you.
NVR Champions
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Deepen your systemic practice and maintain your parental presence with dedicated NVR Supervision. Designed for practitioners working with high-conflict families, our sessions provide a reflective space to navigate complex cases, manage risk, and prevent burnout. Available 1:1 and group, ensuring you stay grounded and effective while supporting families in crisis. Strengthen your clinical confidence and ensure your interventions remain rooted in the principles of connection and resistance.
Our Practitioners have successfully applied Non-Violent Resistance theory across diverse settings where children and young people may present with challenging behaviours. From schools and preschools to youth work and community organisations, we adapt our delivery and personalise techniques to align with your specific organisational needs and goals
We partner with your team to create a safe, supportive environment that focuses on de-escalation, professional presence, and building resilient networks. Whether you need a short-term intervention or a long-term cultural shift, we tailor our sessions to ensure your staff feel confident and empowered to manage complex cases effectively.
Our team are able to deliver presentations covering a range of topics and new visions of NVR including but not limited to: Introduction to NVR within Youth Work / Schools, NVR within Psychology, NVR from Parent to Practitioner, NVR for Young People with Additional Needs. Please contact the team to discuss alternative presentations available.
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Bespoke NVR Group Packages
NVR Supervision
Our accredited practitioners deliver tailored NVR group packages specifically designed to meet your service’s unique needs. Whether you are a school, local authority, or private organisation, we provide high-quality, scalable training to support your team and the families you serve. Contact our team today to discuss your requirements and let us build a programme that works for you.