Counselling for Children in Buxton

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Amanda Robinson
Psychologist, MA, GMBPsS
Buxton SK17
Greetings, I am a psychologist with 27 years of counselling experience. I am passionate to support you if you are finding life difficult and experiencing inner pain that goes round and round. Life can be tough and asking for help when you are feeling down, desperate and discouraged even tougher. Well done for having the courage to reach out, you are worth it, even if it does not feel that way right now. I love working with individuals who are hurting, but want to heal and make a difference in the world. I am a also a believer in the healing power of nature to physically, emotionally and spiritually inspire and balance our lives.
Greetings, I am a psychologist with 27 years of counselling experience. I am passionate to support you if you are finding life difficult and experiencing inner pain that goes round and round. Life can be tough and asking for help when you are feeling down, desperate and discouraged even tougher. Well done for having the courage to reach out, you are worth it, even if it does not feel that way right now. I love working with individuals who are hurting, but want to heal and make a difference in the world. I am a also a believer in the healing power of nature to physically, emotionally and spiritually inspire and balance our lives.
01298 608430 View 01298 608430
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Kat Jackson
Verified Verified
Online Only
My clients are often children, young people, adults and parent carers who are feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, stress, emotional difficulties, life transitions, or the demands of caring for others.
I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy for children, young people, adults and parent carers. My approach combines professional expertise with warmth, creativity and a genuine wish to support you. Together, we can explore difficulties at your pace and develop strategies to help you feel more confident, connected and emotionally resilient.
My clients are often children, young people, adults and parent carers who are feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, stress, emotional difficulties, life transitions, or the demands of caring for others.
I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy for children, young people, adults and parent carers. My approach combines professional expertise with warmth, creativity and a genuine wish to support you. Together, we can explore difficulties at your pace and develop strategies to help you feel more confident, connected and emotionally resilient.
01246 956531 View 01246 956531
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Linda Szekely
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
I have over 10 years’ experience of working with children, teenagers, and adults, with a variety of difficulties.
I provide a friendly, non-judgmental, professional and confidential environment. I am based within the lovely market town of Leek. I also provide clinical supervision for both trainee and qualified counsellors.
I have over 10 years’ experience of working with children, teenagers, and adults, with a variety of difficulties.
I provide a friendly, non-judgmental, professional and confidential environment. I am based within the lovely market town of Leek. I also provide clinical supervision for both trainee and qualified counsellors.
07588 737932 View 07588 737932
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Helen Joy Green
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello and welcome, We all deserve a helping hand. Someone to lead us through the dark times. I believe I can offer this, by sharing my 16 years of practice. This has provided me with a vast experience/knowledge of working with adults, couples and young people. My passion is in the belief that we have the ability to grow and reach our potential. I work with compassion, genuineness and have a real passion for the effectiveness of the counselling process. I am a highly a sensitive person which helps me to empathise with others deeply. I value indifference and work in a non judgemental way.
Hello and welcome, We all deserve a helping hand. Someone to lead us through the dark times. I believe I can offer this, by sharing my 16 years of practice. This has provided me with a vast experience/knowledge of working with adults, couples and young people. My passion is in the belief that we have the ability to grow and reach our potential. I work with compassion, genuineness and have a real passion for the effectiveness of the counselling process. I am a highly a sensitive person which helps me to empathise with others deeply. I value indifference and work in a non judgemental way.
01782 983552 View 01782 983552

More Therapists Nearby

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Reflections Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am an experienced Counsellor, Life Coach, and Clinical Supervisor, working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Reflections Counselling Service Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, feeling low, or significant changes in your life? Perhaps things feel harder than usual right now, and you’re not sure where to turn. You do not have to face this alone. Together, we can explore what you are experiencing, make sense of difficult thoughts and feelings, and work towards positive changes so that you can feel more confident, motivated, and in control.
I am an experienced Counsellor, Life Coach, and Clinical Supervisor, working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Reflections Counselling Service Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, feeling low, or significant changes in your life? Perhaps things feel harder than usual right now, and you’re not sure where to turn. You do not have to face this alone. Together, we can explore what you are experiencing, make sense of difficult thoughts and feelings, and work towards positive changes so that you can feel more confident, motivated, and in control.
01302 976938 View 01302 976938
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Ray of Light Therapeutic Services
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
I work with children, teens, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, low mood, relational challenges, and neurodivergent experiences.
I support children, teens, and adults navigating emotional overwhelm, trauma, or relational challenges. Many clients seek a safe, non-judgemental space to explore their experiences, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves and others. Therapy may help with regulation, confidence, and clarity—whether through talking, creative arts, or body-based approaches. My practice is trauma-informed, collaborative, and tailored to individual needs, offering steady support through life’s complexities.
I work with children, teens, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, low mood, relational challenges, and neurodivergent experiences.
I support children, teens, and adults navigating emotional overwhelm, trauma, or relational challenges. Many clients seek a safe, non-judgemental space to explore their experiences, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves and others. Therapy may help with regulation, confidence, and clarity—whether through talking, creative arts, or body-based approaches. My practice is trauma-informed, collaborative, and tailored to individual needs, offering steady support through life’s complexities.
01663 794100 View 01663 794100
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Catherine Keeler
Counsellor, MBACP
Hello, I’m Catherine, a passionate therapist dedicated to supporting individuals of all ages, from children to adults, as they navigate life’s challenges.
If you're feeling overwhelmed or ready for change, I'm here to support your journey toward healing and self-discovery. I am trained in person-centered counseling and blend it with intuitive practices like Crystal Reiki for calming techniques, and if you wish animal therapy with my friendly dog Loki.
Hello, I’m Catherine, a passionate therapist dedicated to supporting individuals of all ages, from children to adults, as they navigate life’s challenges.
If you're feeling overwhelmed or ready for change, I'm here to support your journey toward healing and self-discovery. I am trained in person-centered counseling and blend it with intuitive practices like Crystal Reiki for calming techniques, and if you wish animal therapy with my friendly dog Loki.
0161 524 7632 View 0161 524 7632
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East Midlands Trauma Therapy Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I offer tailored therapeutic support to people who have experienced a distressing or traumatic event(s). You may be feeling overwhelmed by everything that has happened and everything you are feeling. You may be struggling in some areas of your life such as work or in your relationships. This is completely normal and I'll work with you to discover what the root of that difficulty is so that you can begin to overcome it. Because you can overcome it.
I offer tailored therapeutic support to people who have experienced a distressing or traumatic event(s). You may be feeling overwhelmed by everything that has happened and everything you are feeling. You may be struggling in some areas of your life such as work or in your relationships. This is completely normal and I'll work with you to discover what the root of that difficulty is so that you can begin to overcome it. Because you can overcome it.
01427 802267 View 01427 802267
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Karin Scott
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Derby DE65
I have many years experience working with children and young people as well as couples.
Hello! I am a registered member of the BACP with an MA in Integrative Counselling offering counselling and therapy to individuals, couples and young people. I feel that we all need help sometimes and talking in a safe and confidential space can help you to make changes in your life that will benefit you and your family.
I have many years experience working with children and young people as well as couples.
Hello! I am a registered member of the BACP with an MA in Integrative Counselling offering counselling and therapy to individuals, couples and young people. I feel that we all need help sometimes and talking in a safe and confidential space can help you to make changes in your life that will benefit you and your family.
01332 325337 View 01332 325337
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Daisy Samantha Dixon
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
I have over 19 years experience working with people - My clients come to me, when they feel overwhelmed, exhausted and in need of support - they can't manage their thoughts, relationships, behaviours alone any longer and they need someone to talk to in a confidential, non-judgmental way. Together we explore, unpick, understand and make changes, so that life can become more manageable, enjoyable and less exhausting. For me, each of my clients are individuals, and its about getting the right balance - seeing what works and what doesn't work for them, promoting change together.
I have over 19 years experience working with people - My clients come to me, when they feel overwhelmed, exhausted and in need of support - they can't manage their thoughts, relationships, behaviours alone any longer and they need someone to talk to in a confidential, non-judgmental way. Together we explore, unpick, understand and make changes, so that life can become more manageable, enjoyable and less exhausting. For me, each of my clients are individuals, and its about getting the right balance - seeing what works and what doesn't work for them, promoting change together.
01942 925346 View 01942 925346
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Sally Eccleston
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
High Peak SK23
Sally Eccleston and I’m a registered psychologist specialising in a somatic approach to therapy, who works with adults, children, families and schools.
I offer a combined approach of applied psychology, coaching and mind-body medicine. I am trauma-informed trained and I’m also a registered psychologist. I uniquely work with mind, body and soul to help bring you back into balance and to support you in the areas of your life you wish to focus on. I specialise in working with children and teens.
Sally Eccleston and I’m a registered psychologist specialising in a somatic approach to therapy, who works with adults, children, families and schools.
I offer a combined approach of applied psychology, coaching and mind-body medicine. I am trauma-informed trained and I’m also a registered psychologist. I uniquely work with mind, body and soul to help bring you back into balance and to support you in the areas of your life you wish to focus on. I specialise in working with children and teens.
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Bethany Pepper
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Adult, teen or child - I offer an authentic and understanding perspective, a listening ear, mindful approaches and useful information to aid understanding.
My work facilitates the person-centred model with creative potential. This allows for a client-focused perspective, empathically engaged in your life and the struggles you're experiencing. Whether these are relationship issues, grief and bereavement, worries and anxieties about yours or the wider world or anything else, lets talk about it.
Adult, teen or child - I offer an authentic and understanding perspective, a listening ear, mindful approaches and useful information to aid understanding.
My work facilitates the person-centred model with creative potential. This allows for a client-focused perspective, empathically engaged in your life and the struggles you're experiencing. Whether these are relationship issues, grief and bereavement, worries and anxieties about yours or the wider world or anything else, lets talk about it.
01782 288546 View 01782 288546
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Panacea Play Therapy
Verified Verified
At Panacea Play Therapy we offer a range of services including individual and group Play Therapy for children.
Angela is our main therapist and she has a vast experience of working with children and their families.
At Panacea Play Therapy we offer a range of services including individual and group Play Therapy for children.
Angela is our main therapist and she has a vast experience of working with children and their families.
01283 368713 View 01283 368713
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Karine Harber
Psychotherapist, MSc
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialise in working with children who have limited verbal communication skills and in some cases therapy for non-verbal children.
Extensive experience working with children in diverse settings, including nurseries, schools, hospitals, and care homes. Expertise in dance movement therapy, incorporating movement as a therapeutic tool. Strong understanding of developmental and attachment theories, allowing for a holistic approach to therapy.
I specialise in working with children who have limited verbal communication skills and in some cases therapy for non-verbal children.
Extensive experience working with children in diverse settings, including nurseries, schools, hospitals, and care homes. Expertise in dance movement therapy, incorporating movement as a therapeutic tool. Strong understanding of developmental and attachment theories, allowing for a holistic approach to therapy.
0117 463 2156 View 0117 463 2156
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Laura Mamczur
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Online Only
I have full BABCP accreditations in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy with specialisms in Child and Adolescent Therapy.
I incorporate several therapeutic models to offer an idiosyncratic formulation catering to everyone’s therapeutic needs. These models include Cognitive behavioural psychotherapy (CBP), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), CBT adapted for neurodiversity and Trauma focussed CBT.
I have full BABCP accreditations in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy with specialisms in Child and Adolescent Therapy.
I incorporate several therapeutic models to offer an idiosyncratic formulation catering to everyone’s therapeutic needs. These models include Cognitive behavioural psychotherapy (CBP), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), CBT adapted for neurodiversity and Trauma focussed CBT.
01298 605114 View 01298 605114
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Hope Therapy Hub
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
My background is as a registered mental health nurse and I have worked with children, young people, and families for over 25 years.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps you to make sense of your problems and difficulties, by identifying patterns of thoughts and behaviours that can negatively affect your mood. CBT empowers you to take back control through structured sessions with achievable goals and outcomes that we identify together and aim to complete collaboratively.
My background is as a registered mental health nurse and I have worked with children, young people, and families for over 25 years.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps you to make sense of your problems and difficulties, by identifying patterns of thoughts and behaviours that can negatively affect your mood. CBT empowers you to take back control through structured sessions with achievable goals and outcomes that we identify together and aim to complete collaboratively.
01433 447544 View 01433 447544
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Kymm Stroud
Counsellor, MBACP
I am a counsellor based in Nottingham, and I work with adults, children and young people, from ages 5 and upwards.
I have 21 years experience as a counsellor, as well as 30 years working with children and families. In addition to a counselling diploma, I hold the Specialist Certificate in Counselling Children and Adolescents.
I am a counsellor based in Nottingham, and I work with adults, children and young people, from ages 5 and upwards.
I have 21 years experience as a counsellor, as well as 30 years working with children and families. In addition to a counselling diploma, I hold the Specialist Certificate in Counselling Children and Adolescents.
0115 697 2040 View 0115 697 2040
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Bernard I Horsford
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Dr Bernard Horsford, PhD, D Occ Psych, MBA, M.Sc, LLB, BA, DipAdEd, DipM, FCIPD, MAPM, MIoD, FIC, MAE, C Psychol, AFBPsS I have worked as a psychologist in a variety of clinical settings dealing with occupational, clinical and forensic issues. In these settings, I have provided individual and group therapy, crisis intervention and psychological assessment services. I have an extensive background in working with culturally diverse populations. My practice is geared towards adolescents and adults grappling employment, personal, family work, educational or health issues.
Dr Bernard Horsford, PhD, D Occ Psych, MBA, M.Sc, LLB, BA, DipAdEd, DipM, FCIPD, MAPM, MIoD, FIC, MAE, C Psychol, AFBPsS I have worked as a psychologist in a variety of clinical settings dealing with occupational, clinical and forensic issues. In these settings, I have provided individual and group therapy, crisis intervention and psychological assessment services. I have an extensive background in working with culturally diverse populations. My practice is geared towards adolescents and adults grappling employment, personal, family work, educational or health issues.
0115 940 0499 View 0115 940 0499
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Liz Kirkland
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I work with children, young people and adults experiencing psychological, emotional, behavioural and relationship difficulties.
My approach integrates behavioural, cognitive behavioural, and systemic/family therapy. I have a lifelong interest in philosophy and its practical applications in alleviating distress and enabling a fulfilling and authentic life. The two main areas to this end are Existential Psychotherapy and Mindfulness/awareness.
I work with children, young people and adults experiencing psychological, emotional, behavioural and relationship difficulties.
My approach integrates behavioural, cognitive behavioural, and systemic/family therapy. I have a lifelong interest in philosophy and its practical applications in alleviating distress and enabling a fulfilling and authentic life. The two main areas to this end are Existential Psychotherapy and Mindfulness/awareness.
01392 321664 View 01392 321664
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Jenna Smith
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Sport Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have over 8 years of experience working with adults, teens, children and coaches.
Welcome! Thankyou for visiting my profile. My names Jenna smith and I am a qualified sport and exercise psychologist. I work with a variety of clients on a range of issues, performance issues are typically what I work with specifically looking at psychological skills training. However I have worked with more personal issues and am happy to work with clients on a range of things within my competencies. This includes items such as confidence, skill acquisition, self-esteem, personal issues, family issues and general mental health support.
I have over 8 years of experience working with adults, teens, children and coaches.
Welcome! Thankyou for visiting my profile. My names Jenna smith and I am a qualified sport and exercise psychologist. I work with a variety of clients on a range of issues, performance issues are typically what I work with specifically looking at psychological skills training. However I have worked with more personal issues and am happy to work with clients on a range of things within my competencies. This includes items such as confidence, skill acquisition, self-esteem, personal issues, family issues and general mental health support.
0115 647 3682 View 0115 647 3682
FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviours change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).

What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way

What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.

Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.

How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.