Fran Baya

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BA(hons) Youth Studies from Nottingham Trent University.
PTCert Therapeutic Play from Leeds Beckitt University.

Registered Member of PTUK.
Qualified Live Love Yoga Youth Teacher.

Approved Therapeutic Forest Practitioner 

 Also trained in, Lego Therapy, Draw and Talk Therapy and a Mindfulness Practitioner.

Fully insured.
Paediatric and Emergency First aid trained. 

Up to date DBS check. 

Designated Safeguarding Lead. 

Data Protection Officer. 

Fran has worked with children and young people in Suffolk for 10 years, initially working in an alternative provision, then as a Senior Therapeutic Lead for Suffolk County Council Psychology and Therapeutic services. Fran has worked for a charity for children with a diagnosis of ASD for 12 years which has changed her life. Fran works and worked for incredibly hardworking and passionate women, who fundamentally inspired and led Fran to BAYA.

Whatever has led you here Fran is under no illusion that there have  been some very difficult moments along the way. 

Although the above brings you reassurance of Fran's professionalism, qualifications and experience, please know Fran is a human first and foremost.

Life can be complicated no matter what age you are, getting to the point where you are reading this means you are exploring ways to help someone you love or to help yourself. That takes courage and kindness. Which we all need. 

Please know that Baya keeps that at the core of everything we do.

Why a Whale? 

The whale represents the values and principles that underpin who Fran is and how she has always worked with children and young people. Whales are the foundation that Baya is built upon as they demonstrate self-awareness, emotional intelligence, problem-solving, empathy, family values, teaching skills, grief, joy and playfulness. 

'As you swim deep, I’ll be there reminding you to come up for air' - Fran