The Safe Room in A Letter to the Future
Emotional support, not therapy — a long-term, human connection that’s entirely optional
What is the Safe Room?
The Safe Room is an optional part of A Letter to the Future, designed to offer children a space of emotional support, gentle presence, and deep listening without judgment.
Parents can choose to have their child gently accompanied by a child or adolescent psychotherapist in a non-clinical, non-diagnostic relationship.
This person, called a “growth companion,” is not a therapist in this context — but rather a kind, attentive adult who will walk alongside the child over the years, without providing treatment, making diagnoses, or breaching privacy.
Why was this created?
As part of the project, children write letters about their dreams — and five years later, they receive them back and reflect on how their vision has changed.
We believe that long-term emotional accompaniment can deepen this journey by supporting the child’s sense of safety, self-worth, and visibility — without any formal therapeutic process.
How does it work?
| Type of Relationship | Non-clinical, non-interventional, trust-based emotional support |
|---|---|
| Duration | From project start until the child turns 18 (flexible and optional) |
| Form of Contact | Online – preferably video calls, but voice or text communication is also valid |
| Frequency | Flexible and agreed upon – suggested minimum: once per month |
| Language / Location | No restrictions – multilingual and international participation is welcome |
| Confidentiality | No diagnosis, no documentation, no reporting – full privacy and respect upheld |
Is it mandatory?
No. Participation in this initiative is entirely optional.
During the letter submission process, parents will have the opportunity to check a box if they would like to receive more information and potentially take part.
If selected, we will follow up with more details later in the project.
Who is it for?
The Safe Room is for families who would like their child to have a consistent, caring adult presence outside the family or school environment — not for treatment, but simply to be heard, supported, and accompanied.
Why does it matter?
In a world full of noise, uncertainty, and pressure, sometimes the most meaningful thing we can offer a child is to truly listen.
At A Letter to the Future, we believe that building a kinder world starts by listening to children’s dreams.
The Safe Room is not a therapy session — it’s a long, quiet promise to stay present, human to human.
Important Note:
The Safe Room is currently being developed in parallel with the project, in collaboration with volunteer child therapists from around the world.
Its realization depends on the availability and interest of professionals who choose to participate. While we are doing our best to make it happen, there is no guarantee that this feature will be implemented in its final form. Participation is not a confirmed service, but an optional expression of interest that helps us plan more effectively.
