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Sunflower Garden Project

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Therapeutic support for children and young people in Edinburgh affected by family drug or alcohol use.

Children and young people can be deeply affected by what is happening around them, even when they cannot easily put it into words. Gentle support can help them feel safer, heard and less alone.

About this service

Sunflower Garden Project is provided by CrossReach for people in Edinburgh. Therapeutic support for children and young people in Edinburgh affected by family drug or alcohol use. The project offers therapeutic support for children and young people and can also support parents and carers. Its approach helps families talk through difficult experiences and build safer, healthier coping strategies over time. It may be especially helpful for children and young people aged 5 to 18 in Edinburgh affected by family drug or alcohol use, plus parents and carers linked to the service.. Support is available both online and in person. A referral may be needed before support begins, so it is worth checking the best way to start directly with the service. If you are unsure whether it is the right fit, the service can explain what it offers, who it is for and what the next step may look like.

How they can help you

The project offers therapeutic support for children and young people and can also support parents and carers. Its approach helps families talk through difficult experiences and build safer, healthier coping strategies over time.

Who it's for

Children and young people aged 5 to 18 in Edinburgh affected by family drug or alcohol use, plus parents and carers linked to the service.

Eligibility

Children and young people aged 5 to 18 in Edinburgh who are affected by family substance use.

Referral needed

A referral from a healthcare professional or social worker may be required to access this service

Getting support

Eligibility
Children and young people aged 5 to 18 in Edinburgh who are affected by family substance use.
How support is available
Online and in person
Referral requirements
A referral from a healthcare professional or social worker may be required to access this service

Trust and updates

Verification status: Verified

Last verified: September 15, 2026

Last updated: September 16, 2026

Verification source: City of Edinburgh Council

Verification notes: Verified age range, therapy offer and referral route from the council counselling support page on 2026-09-15.

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