Pathways with Paws

Service Description

FREE thanks to funding from the Active Essex Foundation. Pathways with Paws is a unique wellbeing programme designed to support young people aged 16–25 through the power of nature, movement, connection and therapy dogs. Delivered in outdoor locations across Essex, our sessions provide a calm, supportive space where young adults can step away from everyday pressures, build confidence and develop positive strategies for managing their wellbeing. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, low confidence, social isolation, difficulties with motivation, or simply looking for a supportive community, our sessions are designed around you. There is no pressure, no judgement and no expectation to share more than you feel comfortable with. Working alongside our trained and in training therapy dogs, participants can take part in guided wellbeing walks, agility activities, grounding exercises, informal mentoring and confidence-building experiences. Sessions are tailored to individual needs, interests and goals, helping young people build resilience, strengthen social connections and improve both mental and physical wellbeing.