Debbie Strafford
Counsellor, BACP
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Milton Keynes MK10
Let's Connect 01788 221796
Emotional and psychological difficulties can occur at any age and growing up can be challenging, it can often leave children feeling out of control. Neurodivergent children may have the additional barrier of being unable to communicate their problems which may further heighten anxieties and leave them feeling unable to cope, this is often expressed through challenging behaviours, withdrawal, eating disorders or self-harm. Reaching out for support can be overwhelming but it is the first step in helping to understand behaviours, feelings and emotions.
Specialising in ASD, ADHD, anxiety and depression, helping children/young people to make sense of their experiences. Led by the client, the approach is always uniquely adapted. Using a wide range of resources to play, make art, tell stories, play music or talk promotes discussions that explore feelings and helps them to better understand their emotions.
Sometimes it can be hard talking to family; children/young people worry about the upset it may cause. Talking to someone completely separate helps to take away some of the pressure. It is important to find a counsellor, who the child/young person feels comfortable and connects with. To get a sense of who I am and how I can help call for a free consultation.
Call or Email Debbie Strafford now for a free 15 minute consultation - 01788 221796
Let's Connect 01788 221796
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions £50
- Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
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Counsellor, BACP
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy Debbie Strafford
- neurodivergence, psychological issues: trauma, attachment, bereavement and loss, Level 7, PGdip in Counselling Children and Young People
- Degree/Diploma from University of Bedfordshire in Applied Social Science/Child Development (BA(Hons)) Child and Adolescent Studies
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Debbie Strafford
Counsellor, BACP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01788 221796
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Autism
- Anxiety
- ADHD
Expertise
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Behavioural Issues
- Bereavement
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Eating Disorders
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
Debbie Strafford
Counsellor, BACP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01788 221796
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen
Participants
Individuals
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Creative Therapy
- Gestalt
- Integrative
- Narrative
- Person-Centred
- Play Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Sandplay
Debbie Strafford
Counsellor, BACP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01788 221796