Parenting Counselling in Bourne End

Shieva Alipour
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I have worked with children from the age of 4, their parents when working with infants, young people, and adults.
I offer online sessions for adults and children who are old enough to be able to have sessions online. I provide a 15 minute free consultation for us both to see if we can work together. I work with parents as I believe they are crucial in being the agent of change. With adults, I support them in thinking about and understand their experiences.
I have worked with children from the age of 4, their parents when working with infants, young people, and adults.
I offer online sessions for adults and children who are old enough to be able to have sessions online. I provide a 15 minute free consultation for us both to see if we can work together. I work with parents as I believe they are crucial in being the agent of change. With adults, I support them in thinking about and understand their experiences.
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We come to therapy for a myriad of reasons some of which may be; Anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship issues, low confidence, low self-esteem, bullying in the work place and there are many more. Whatever your reason for seeking therapy simply talking can be tremendously helpful. If you have never experienced counselling or psychotherapy before, you may not be aware of the positive effect talking to someone who is trained and experienced in listening attentively and responding effectively can have. I can offer this to you in a safe, comfortable and confidential space.
We come to therapy for a myriad of reasons some of which may be; Anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship issues, low confidence, low self-esteem, bullying in the work place and there are many more. Whatever your reason for seeking therapy simply talking can be tremendously helpful. If you have never experienced counselling or psychotherapy before, you may not be aware of the positive effect talking to someone who is trained and experienced in listening attentively and responding effectively can have. I can offer this to you in a safe, comfortable and confidential space.
01494 360822 View 01494 360822
Nina Cleaver
Psychotherapist, ACC Reg
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer in-depth therapy for real, lasting change. I'm a Psychodynamic & CBT-trained psychotherapeutic counsellor with extensive experience of psychological care. My gold-standard training spans multiple therapy types (see website), allowing optimally individualised therapy. My work is rooted in psychodynamic therapy, an approach that explores how early experiences and unconscious patterns continue to shape our lives today. I integrate classical psychoanalytic thinking with contemporary psychodynamic theory and the latest research, allowing for deep, meaningful therapy within a modern framework.
I offer in-depth therapy for real, lasting change. I'm a Psychodynamic & CBT-trained psychotherapeutic counsellor with extensive experience of psychological care. My gold-standard training spans multiple therapy types (see website), allowing optimally individualised therapy. My work is rooted in psychodynamic therapy, an approach that explores how early experiences and unconscious patterns continue to shape our lives today. I integrate classical psychoanalytic thinking with contemporary psychodynamic theory and the latest research, allowing for deep, meaningful therapy within a modern framework.
01753 303316 View 01753 303316
Gayle Creasey
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
I work with couples experiencing difficulties due to past hurts, arguing, infidelity, infertility, the challenges of parenting, 'drifting apart'.
Sometimes it's hard to know what to do with our difficult thoughts and feelings and this is when counselling/psychotherapy can help. I'm an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist working with couples, adults and young people. In a safe and confidential space, I will do my best to help you feel accepted and understood. Feeling supported to think and talk about what is going on for you is the first step to being able to move forward. Counselling means that you don't have to work it all out on your own. I will be there to support, guide and help you.
I work with couples experiencing difficulties due to past hurts, arguing, infidelity, infertility, the challenges of parenting, 'drifting apart'.
Sometimes it's hard to know what to do with our difficult thoughts and feelings and this is when counselling/psychotherapy can help. I'm an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist working with couples, adults and young people. In a safe and confidential space, I will do my best to help you feel accepted and understood. Feeling supported to think and talk about what is going on for you is the first step to being able to move forward. Counselling means that you don't have to work it all out on your own. I will be there to support, guide and help you.
01494 292797 View 01494 292797
Camilla China
Psychotherapist
Serves Area
I support children (7+), teens, and adults who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck-often navigating neurodivergence, emotional intensity, trauma, or school avoidance. My gentle, relational approach focuses on strengths and growth. Sessions can be online, in a calm consulting room, or on our therapeutic farm with animals and nature. As an ICF-accredited coach, I also offer coaching to help you clarify goals, build resilience, develop coping tools, and move forward with purpose. Whether you seek healing, emotional support, or guidance to create change, I meet you where you are- with compassion and genuine care.
I support children (7+), teens, and adults who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck-often navigating neurodivergence, emotional intensity, trauma, or school avoidance. My gentle, relational approach focuses on strengths and growth. Sessions can be online, in a calm consulting room, or on our therapeutic farm with animals and nature. As an ICF-accredited coach, I also offer coaching to help you clarify goals, build resilience, develop coping tools, and move forward with purpose. Whether you seek healing, emotional support, or guidance to create change, I meet you where you are- with compassion and genuine care.
01494 302617 View 01494 302617

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Yee Tak Maranda Sze
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
London W1G
I specialize in adult psychoanalysis, psychodynamic psychotherapy for parents and their infants, children and adolescents, and Floortime for children with special needs.
You want to grow and thrive, but somehow you feel thwarted and the journey is frustrating and lonely. I respect your subjective experience, attempt to understand you in context and explore with you your various unconscious dynamics that are shaped by biological, social and psychological forces that impact your development and your experience about yourself and the others, as well as your coping skills that are known and unknown to you, so as for you to re-orient your direction and efforts towards more fruitful ends.
I specialize in adult psychoanalysis, psychodynamic psychotherapy for parents and their infants, children and adolescents, and Floortime for children with special needs.
You want to grow and thrive, but somehow you feel thwarted and the journey is frustrating and lonely. I respect your subjective experience, attempt to understand you in context and explore with you your various unconscious dynamics that are shaped by biological, social and psychological forces that impact your development and your experience about yourself and the others, as well as your coping skills that are known and unknown to you, so as for you to re-orient your direction and efforts towards more fruitful ends.
020 3984 8690 View 020 3984 8690
Dr David Barry
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
A warm welcome to whoever is reading this. I know that it can be difficult for people struggling with their mental health to find a safe and reliable path through the challenging times in their life. I have a deep respect for anyone who has the courage to reach out for support. You will be in safe hands here. My name is David Barry. I am a Clinical Psychologist with over ten years of experience in a wide range of public and private sector settings.
A warm welcome to whoever is reading this. I know that it can be difficult for people struggling with their mental health to find a safe and reliable path through the challenging times in their life. I have a deep respect for anyone who has the courage to reach out for support. You will be in safe hands here. My name is David Barry. I am a Clinical Psychologist with over ten years of experience in a wide range of public and private sector settings.
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Elodie De-Souza
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
London EC1N
Feeling overwhelmed in your relationships, parenting, or emotional wellbeing?
I help adults, children, and families with trauma, attachment, relationships, and parenting. Using an integrative approach such as psychodynamic, CBT, person-centred, and solution-focused. We explore past and present patterns, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and create new ways to cope and find solutions.
Feeling overwhelmed in your relationships, parenting, or emotional wellbeing?
I help adults, children, and families with trauma, attachment, relationships, and parenting. Using an integrative approach such as psychodynamic, CBT, person-centred, and solution-focused. We explore past and present patterns, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and create new ways to cope and find solutions.
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Amina Shaikh
Psychotherapist, MA
I’m Amina Shaikh, a Psychotherapist in Twickenham, West London, working with Psychodynamic and Existential approaches. I help people understand how their past shapes their present, so they can move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose. My work is deeply influenced by my own life experiences, which allows me to offer a compassionate, grounded, and non-judgmental space for reflection and growth. Your journey towards a brighter horizon Starts here. In Person & Online.
I’m Amina Shaikh, a Psychotherapist in Twickenham, West London, working with Psychodynamic and Existential approaches. I help people understand how their past shapes their present, so they can move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose. My work is deeply influenced by my own life experiences, which allows me to offer a compassionate, grounded, and non-judgmental space for reflection and growth. Your journey towards a brighter horizon Starts here. In Person & Online.
020 4634 1374 View 020 4634 1374
Nicola Moore
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
London EC3V
I am a fully qualified psychotherapist working with adults in both private practice and the NHS. Although I have a practice in London I am currently working entirely via VC and able to take on new clients. I work largely in the psychodynamic model but always remain flexible to offer the best possible help. I encourage open-ended therapy for the most opportunity for change, growth, and support but also I am happy to offer time-limited/short-term therapy if that is what might suit you better. I am registered with all the major private healthcare providers should you wish to apply via them. Please see my website for more details
I am a fully qualified psychotherapist working with adults in both private practice and the NHS. Although I have a practice in London I am currently working entirely via VC and able to take on new clients. I work largely in the psychodynamic model but always remain flexible to offer the best possible help. I encourage open-ended therapy for the most opportunity for change, growth, and support but also I am happy to offer time-limited/short-term therapy if that is what might suit you better. I am registered with all the major private healthcare providers should you wish to apply via them. Please see my website for more details
020 8106 2924 View 020 8106 2924
Sage Talking Therapies
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Hi, I'm Mel and I have been working as a therapist for over 10 years now, with the majority of this time being spent within the NHS in both Adult and Children’s Services (CAMHS). I know that asking for help is incredibly hard and I hope that once you have taken that first step, I can help you feel at ease. I feel extremely privileged do this kind of work, and l really feel it is the best job in the world! I have a very warm and gentle style and see myself as facilitating your journey through therapy, you are the expert on you!
Hi, I'm Mel and I have been working as a therapist for over 10 years now, with the majority of this time being spent within the NHS in both Adult and Children’s Services (CAMHS). I know that asking for help is incredibly hard and I hope that once you have taken that first step, I can help you feel at ease. I feel extremely privileged do this kind of work, and l really feel it is the best job in the world! I have a very warm and gentle style and see myself as facilitating your journey through therapy, you are the expert on you!
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Sian Rowlands-Mackenzie
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
London SW19
If you are feeling overwhelmed and unsure of yourself, experiencing relationship difficulties, or personal difficulties, then please know that you do not need to bear this alone. Whatever the reason for therapy, I work alongside and with my clients facing many challenges to help share the burden.  I feel that bearing with someone in their vulnerability and suffering is a great privilege.
If you are feeling overwhelmed and unsure of yourself, experiencing relationship difficulties, or personal difficulties, then please know that you do not need to bear this alone. Whatever the reason for therapy, I work alongside and with my clients facing many challenges to help share the burden.  I feel that bearing with someone in their vulnerability and suffering is a great privilege.
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Louise Gulley
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with RELATIONSHIP CHALLENGES. So, whether you're: a mother struggling in your relationship with your child or motherhood itself; a couple in crisis; experiencing recurring relationship problems; or still searching for that elusive romantic relationship I’m keen to work with you. I work with both individuals and couples; and I can discuss with you which one of these may be the best fit for you. I find that by exploring your personal history we can often discover the root cause of your challenges so you can begin to enjoy intimacy and connection.
I work with RELATIONSHIP CHALLENGES. So, whether you're: a mother struggling in your relationship with your child or motherhood itself; a couple in crisis; experiencing recurring relationship problems; or still searching for that elusive romantic relationship I’m keen to work with you. I work with both individuals and couples; and I can discuss with you which one of these may be the best fit for you. I find that by exploring your personal history we can often discover the root cause of your challenges so you can begin to enjoy intimacy and connection.
01883 776035 View 01883 776035
Dr Emma Sinclair
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I also support parents with perinatal concerns (including pre- and postnatal anxiety, low mood and birth trauma) and early years concerns such as sleep, tantrums and parent-child relationships.
The foundation of effective therapy is a strong therapeutic relationship. I strive to create a compassionate and non-judgemental environment where children and families feel safe, heard and understood. I work integratively, tailoring support to each family by drawing on evidence-based therapy using CFT, ACT, CBT, Narrative and Systemic approaches.
I also support parents with perinatal concerns (including pre- and postnatal anxiety, low mood and birth trauma) and early years concerns such as sleep, tantrums and parent-child relationships.
The foundation of effective therapy is a strong therapeutic relationship. I strive to create a compassionate and non-judgemental environment where children and families feel safe, heard and understood. I work integratively, tailoring support to each family by drawing on evidence-based therapy using CFT, ACT, CBT, Narrative and Systemic approaches.
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Lital Serby (Bejerano)
Psychotherapist, MBACP
London N3
I am an integrative psychotherapist working with couples, children, adolescents and parents.
It is not necessarily our circumstances that provide us with challenges but how we approach them. Our past can be useful in understanding our present but it does not determine our future. I work both on developing your resilience and the capacity to cope with your challenges as well as providing you with the skills needed to turn them into opportunities.
I am an integrative psychotherapist working with couples, children, adolescents and parents.
It is not necessarily our circumstances that provide us with challenges but how we approach them. Our past can be useful in understanding our present but it does not determine our future. I work both on developing your resilience and the capacity to cope with your challenges as well as providing you with the skills needed to turn them into opportunities.
020 4538 5292 View 020 4538 5292
Lisa Rose Akanuma
Psychotherapist, MSc, ACP
1 Endorsed
London SE5
I work with children and adolescents and/or with their parent(s) with difficulties including depression, anxiety, behaviour and eating problems, attachment difficulties, developmental issues and other difficulties resulting from neglect and abuse.
As a Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, I was trained to carefully observe children and young people and respond to what they are consciously and unconsciously communicating through their behaviour, verbally and non-verbally, through unstructured play, their silence, and other ways to communicate their emotional difficulties or distress. I have several years working in the NHS in CAMHS, and with charity organizations, providing evidence-based therapy and individual & group interventions for children and adolescents and supporting the networks involved in their care so that they can build resilience, flourish and live fuller lives.
I work with children and adolescents and/or with their parent(s) with difficulties including depression, anxiety, behaviour and eating problems, attachment difficulties, developmental issues and other difficulties resulting from neglect and abuse.
As a Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, I was trained to carefully observe children and young people and respond to what they are consciously and unconsciously communicating through their behaviour, verbally and non-verbally, through unstructured play, their silence, and other ways to communicate their emotional difficulties or distress. I have several years working in the NHS in CAMHS, and with charity organizations, providing evidence-based therapy and individual & group interventions for children and adolescents and supporting the networks involved in their care so that they can build resilience, flourish and live fuller lives.
01883 779598 View 01883 779598
Nasrin Begum
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
I have an MSc in Family and Systemic Psychotherapy, I work with individuals, children, couples and families. I am also an EMDR trauma therapist. I have over 20 years of experience working in the community and NHS as a senior psychotherapist. Together, we will attend to your worries with care, sensitivity, and curiosity, whilst staying open to impacts from your past, and expectations for your future. I help individuals, couples, and families address and overcome various emotional, behavioural, and psychological issues.
I have an MSc in Family and Systemic Psychotherapy, I work with individuals, children, couples and families. I am also an EMDR trauma therapist. I have over 20 years of experience working in the community and NHS as a senior psychotherapist. Together, we will attend to your worries with care, sensitivity, and curiosity, whilst staying open to impacts from your past, and expectations for your future. I help individuals, couples, and families address and overcome various emotional, behavioural, and psychological issues.
020 3835 5672 View 020 3835 5672
Carol Foussat
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCPS Acc.
I aim to provide a therapeutic experience that directly addresses the presenting issues, but also nourishes psychological, spiritual, emotional, social and physical health and well-being, as these aspects are all inter-connected. Coming to therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you're working through difficult times in your personal or professional life. My clients are usually people who want to see the connections between their current state and how they got here, are willing to do the emotional work necessary to move on.
I aim to provide a therapeutic experience that directly addresses the presenting issues, but also nourishes psychological, spiritual, emotional, social and physical health and well-being, as these aspects are all inter-connected. Coming to therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you're working through difficult times in your personal or professional life. My clients are usually people who want to see the connections between their current state and how they got here, are willing to do the emotional work necessary to move on.
01483 967953 View 01483 967953
Annemarie Lewis Thomas
Counsellor, GMBPsS
Online Only
Working exclusively via video call ensuring that clients feel relaxed in familiar surroundings, I work with my clients to help them to find a route through their struggles, helping them to unhook themselves from unhelpful thinking styles and strategies. From the outset my clients understand that counselling requires them to put into practice the things that we identify during our sessions - just like homework. The solutions don't come from our sessions, they come from the work that my clients put in between our sessions.
Working exclusively via video call ensuring that clients feel relaxed in familiar surroundings, I work with my clients to help them to find a route through their struggles, helping them to unhook themselves from unhelpful thinking styles and strategies. From the outset my clients understand that counselling requires them to put into practice the things that we identify during our sessions - just like homework. The solutions don't come from our sessions, they come from the work that my clients put in between our sessions.
020 3910 8261 View 020 3910 8261
Abi Hopkins
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
London E8
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in old habits, or disconnected from yourself or others, I offer support to help you move forward with greater clarity, compassion and confidence. Human connection is now more important than ever, and as an experienced Person-Centred therapist, creating a warm and trusting relationship is at the heart of my work. I offer a safe, empathic space where you feel heard, valued and understood. This can support you to develop more self-awareness, self-acceptance, and compassion for all aspects of yourself, leading to a more satisfying, meaningful and fulfilling life.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in old habits, or disconnected from yourself or others, I offer support to help you move forward with greater clarity, compassion and confidence. Human connection is now more important than ever, and as an experienced Person-Centred therapist, creating a warm and trusting relationship is at the heart of my work. I offer a safe, empathic space where you feel heard, valued and understood. This can support you to develop more self-awareness, self-acceptance, and compassion for all aspects of yourself, leading to a more satisfying, meaningful and fulfilling life.
020 4530 8318 View 020 4530 8318
Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.