Social Station: Platforms for change - Trusted by individuals, families and professionals across the UK
Independent Social Work & Support services •
Training, Supervision & Coaching services
Social Station provides specialist, person‑centred support for adults, families, and professionals in Social Care. Our work is grounded in trauma‑informed practice, with a commitment to promoting autonomy and independence.
We also support Social Workers with continued professional development coaching and development. We are specialists in supporting neurodivergent social workers.
20+
Years Experience
1000+
Assessments Completed
100%
Client Recommended
Our Services
We offer a comprehensive range of professional services to support individuals, families, and organizations in navigating complex capacity and care decisions.
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Why Choose Social Station?
Social Work England
Registered
Public Liability
Fully insured and Covered
BASW Member
and member of Independents network
Society of Will Writers
Independent Care Networks Affiliate
Industry Trust
From law firms and financial management services in the UK
Independent & Impartial
We provide robust, objective assessments
Expert Practitioners
Highly qualified professionals with extensive experience
Person-Centred Approach
We treat every individual with compassion and respect.
What Our Clients Say
We're proud of the feedback we receive from the professionals and families we work with. Here's what they have to say about Social Station's services.
The professionalism and knowledge stands out the most to me. I am unfamiliar with the legal side of the rights of a person who cannot easily communicate for themselves and it gives me peace of mind to know that Katie and her team will be able to make sure that Mum and Rosamund receive the best care.
Susan Lowe
Family Member
Have always been impressed the dedication and professionalism Social station offer. We have mutual clients and so work in conjunction. I can say my experience of their involvement has been an entirely positive one and it has made an enormously positive impact upon the client's quality of life.
Dr. James Patterson
Sean McCullough
Owl Guardian Services
Social Station are very quick to respond any assistance i have needed with my customer they sort it very quickly. They always put the individual first, they go over and beyond, nothing is ever to much for them. I do not think our customer could live so interdentally without Social Station involvement.
Kelly C
Let's Work Together
Whether you're a professional seeking an independent assessment or need guidance on our services, we're here to help you every step of the way.
Proud that our practice reflects
A deep respect for human rights and dignity
We champion each person’s right to safety, choice, and control over their own life
Promoting strengths, resilience and wellbeing
Working in partnership with our trusted partners nationwide
Meet the Founder
Katie Laws
Principal Practitioner
Katie is a highly experienced and qualified social worker with over 20 years of expertise in mental capacity assessments, safeguarding, and social care practice. She founded Social Station to provide independent, professional assessment services that prioritize the dignity and well-being of every individual.
"At the heart of my work is a belief in compassionate, ethical, and empowering support that enables you to make decisions, build resilience, and move forward with dignity and self-determination."