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The Metta Centre For Trauma Therapy

Also known as: Meet in Oxford

The Metta Centre was founded over ten years ago to make specialist trauma therapy accessible to those who need it most. Our clients are among the most vulnerable people in Oxfordshire, those who do not have the means to pay private fees and cannot access the support they need through the NHS. Today, we provide over 500 hours of low-cost or free therapy for up to 50 clients a year.

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Activities & Mission

The Metta Centre was founded over ten years ago to make specialist trauma therapy accessible to those who need it most. Our clients are among the most vulnerable people in Oxfordshire, those who do not have the means to pay private fees and cannot access the support they need through the NHS. Today, we provide over 500 hours of low-cost or free therapy for up to 50 clients a year.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£68,127
Latest Expenditure
£55,499

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 81.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 81.5%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£68,127
£55,4990 / 14
2024
£15,771
£30,2780 / 10
2023
£4,230
£20,9480 / 14
2022
£13,159
£19,7740 / 15
2021
£83,058
£16,5870 / 18

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Metta Centre For Trauma Therapy

What does The Metta Centre For Trauma Therapy do?

The Metta Centre was founded over ten years ago to make specialist trauma therapy accessible to those who need it most. Our clients are among the most vulnerable people in Oxfordshire, those who do not have the means to pay private fees and cannot access the support they need through the NHS. Today, we provide over 500 hours of low-cost or free therapy for up to 50 clients a year.

How much income did The Metta Centre For Trauma Therapy report in 2025?

The Metta Centre For Trauma Therapy reported total income of £68k and reported expenditure of £55k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Metta Centre For Trauma Therapy registered as a charity?

The Metta Centre For Trauma Therapy was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 February 2019 as charity number 1182200. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs The Metta Centre For Trauma Therapy?

The Metta Centre For Trauma Therapy is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Metta Centre For Trauma Therapy operate?

The Metta Centre For Trauma Therapy operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Metta Centre For Trauma Therapy a registered charity?

Yes — The Metta Centre For Trauma Therapy is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1182200.

Details

Address
43 ST. GILES
OXFORD
OX1 3LW
Registration Date
25 February 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5121868
Charity Number
1182200

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Trustees

Jo Ann Black
Joanna Colonsay Clare Astor
NANCY LEE BROWNER
Tobias Low

Also Known As

  • Meet in Oxford

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