“What is the bravest thing you’ve ever said?” asked the boy. “Help” said the horse.  
​(Charlie Mackesey: The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse)

Choosing a therapist for a child or young person you are worried about can seem like a daunting task.

​On these pages I have tried to explain a little about who I am, and what I offer, to help you make a decision that works for you and your family.

If you have any further questions please don’t hesitate to contact me.

I am a fully qualified, MNCPS  (Accred) and (MBACP) counsellor specialising in working with children and young people aged 9 to 25.  I will also consider working with younger children or adults if appropriate.
 
Adolescence can be a challenging time for young people and their families. Difficulties at school or university, worries about the future, exam pressure, peer and family dynamics, bereavement and divorce, (among other issues) can be difficult to negotiate.

​Such issues can cause anxiety, low self-esteem, lack of motivation, mood swings, and coping mechanisms such as self-harm and compulsive behaviours that parents and young people can find confusing and frightening.

There is no magic wand in therapy but offering young people a relaxed, safe and confidential space to explore their concerns can help them better understand their emotional responses, negotiate challenges and find ways to communicate with those around them.

I work collaboratively with clients, respecting their need for autonomy and recognition, to help them reach their goals for therapy and develop coping skills and strategies to manage stress and difficult emotions, building confidence, self-esteem and resilience.

HOW COUNSELLING HELPS CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE:

ADOLESCENT BRAIN DEVELOPMENT:

FURTHER RESOURCES:
https://www.familylives.org.uk/
 https://www.youngminds.org.uk/
 https://www.samaritans.org/