Counselling for Teens and Adolescents in Carshalton

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Flor Ferraco
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Is it difficult for yourself to connect to your emotions and feelings? Sometimes it is complicated to find a link to enable us express freely. Unintentionally, we can create a habit in which we suppress, run away, deny or manipulate our emotions. It is normal to try to push away feelings of discomfort like stress, fear or pain; but there are tools you can learn to help you cope with these emotions in a healthy way. Instead of denying, distracting yourself, manipulating or disconnecting, you can accept, observe, acknowledge and connect deeply with your feelings.
Is it difficult for yourself to connect to your emotions and feelings? Sometimes it is complicated to find a link to enable us express freely. Unintentionally, we can create a habit in which we suppress, run away, deny or manipulate our emotions. It is normal to try to push away feelings of discomfort like stress, fear or pain; but there are tools you can learn to help you cope with these emotions in a healthy way. Instead of denying, distracting yourself, manipulating or disconnecting, you can accept, observe, acknowledge and connect deeply with your feelings.
020 4538 5361 View 020 4538 5361
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Marijke Roberts
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Hello, I am Marijke. I have many years of experience in working with different people from all walks of life. First as a social worker, and in the past few years as a psychotherapeutic counsellor. I work with adults, young people and couples. I can help you work through areas in your life where you feel “stuck” and where you experience problems, like anxiety and depression, addiction, phobias, Post Traumatic Stress, feelings of low self-worth and low self-esteem, or problems in your relationship.
Hello, I am Marijke. I have many years of experience in working with different people from all walks of life. First as a social worker, and in the past few years as a psychotherapeutic counsellor. I work with adults, young people and couples. I can help you work through areas in your life where you feel “stuck” and where you experience problems, like anxiety and depression, addiction, phobias, Post Traumatic Stress, feelings of low self-worth and low self-esteem, or problems in your relationship.
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Jo Pembroke
Counsellor, MA, BACP
I offer time and space for you, these times in life can be rare, to focus on yourself, talk and explore to feel your emotions, your self-care, and your wellbeing, the impact the past or the present situation is having on you. To help to heal wounds, learn to manage, and explore your emotions and behaviors. To learn to recognise how why and how you respond to situations and help in identifying ways to empower you and be more in control by understanding yourself more with kindness and empathy. It may involve a loss of relationship. hurt. abuse, changes, anxiety depression, low self-esteem, and family issues. a time to heal.
I offer time and space for you, these times in life can be rare, to focus on yourself, talk and explore to feel your emotions, your self-care, and your wellbeing, the impact the past or the present situation is having on you. To help to heal wounds, learn to manage, and explore your emotions and behaviors. To learn to recognise how why and how you respond to situations and help in identifying ways to empower you and be more in control by understanding yourself more with kindness and empathy. It may involve a loss of relationship. hurt. abuse, changes, anxiety depression, low self-esteem, and family issues. a time to heal.
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Linda Bignell
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I have experience and specialise in helping clients heal from trauma and adverse childhood events, navigate relationship difficulties (including dating app dilemmas), patterns of attachment and help to build self-esteem and confidence. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and insight-driven, helping my clients understand how past experiences may be impacting their life today, and more importantly, what they can do to move forward. Feeling stuck in life can stop us from being the best version of ourselves, and while we can't change the past, we can most certainly influence what happens next.
I have experience and specialise in helping clients heal from trauma and adverse childhood events, navigate relationship difficulties (including dating app dilemmas), patterns of attachment and help to build self-esteem and confidence. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and insight-driven, helping my clients understand how past experiences may be impacting their life today, and more importantly, what they can do to move forward. Feeling stuck in life can stop us from being the best version of ourselves, and while we can't change the past, we can most certainly influence what happens next.
020 4538 3359 View 020 4538 3359
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Sam Archer
Psychotherapist, BACP
We know that life is sometimes very hard, and that we are supposed to be able to absorb and grow from the inevitable ups and downs that come our way. But, of course, there are times when we are just unable to absorb what life throws at us, or grow from it, because we can't quite determine what is wrong or see a way forward. Whether it is anxiety, depression, or something else that cannot be so neatly labelled, I will support you in exploring your own, unique experience. You will discover and understand what is causing you discomfort, pain or holding you back, so that you can live a more enjoyable, fulfilled and rewarding life.
We know that life is sometimes very hard, and that we are supposed to be able to absorb and grow from the inevitable ups and downs that come our way. But, of course, there are times when we are just unable to absorb what life throws at us, or grow from it, because we can't quite determine what is wrong or see a way forward. Whether it is anxiety, depression, or something else that cannot be so neatly labelled, I will support you in exploring your own, unique experience. You will discover and understand what is causing you discomfort, pain or holding you back, so that you can live a more enjoyable, fulfilled and rewarding life.
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Kerrie Marie Penfold Wall
Counsellor, MBACP
I am a BACP registered Counsellor/psychotherapist, working with adults and adolescents (16 years plus).
Are you faced with difficulties, feeling angry, sad or anxious? I understand the reason you are seeking counselling may not be in relation to any specific issue. For example, you may want a safe and confidential space to explore your feelings or seek to grow as a person. It is my wish that our sessions together can help you to understand yourself better and provide greater insight and awareness of your presenting issues or life experience. My integrative training allows me to be flexible and adaptable with my approach, as I feel that therapy is not a one size fits all endeavour.
I am a BACP registered Counsellor/psychotherapist, working with adults and adolescents (16 years plus).
Are you faced with difficulties, feeling angry, sad or anxious? I understand the reason you are seeking counselling may not be in relation to any specific issue. For example, you may want a safe and confidential space to explore your feelings or seek to grow as a person. It is my wish that our sessions together can help you to understand yourself better and provide greater insight and awareness of your presenting issues or life experience. My integrative training allows me to be flexible and adaptable with my approach, as I feel that therapy is not a one size fits all endeavour.
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Derek Flint
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed or struggling with addiction, I help you break unhelpful patterns and make lasting, effective change so you can move forward with confidence and get life back on track I help find solutions to, and provide relief from negative feelings, life difficulties and problems. Counselling can help by identifying and changing ways of thinking and patterns of behaviour providing new options in how you live. It can give you the opportunity to off load concerns and experience relief from worry and difficulties. I treat everything spoken about as confidential.
If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed or struggling with addiction, I help you break unhelpful patterns and make lasting, effective change so you can move forward with confidence and get life back on track I help find solutions to, and provide relief from negative feelings, life difficulties and problems. Counselling can help by identifying and changing ways of thinking and patterns of behaviour providing new options in how you live. It can give you the opportunity to off load concerns and experience relief from worry and difficulties. I treat everything spoken about as confidential.
01732 443425 View 01732 443425
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Trust in you therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a person-centred practitioner with experience working with children, adolescents and adults.
I am a MBACP Registered member. I have experience working in establishments such as; MIND, Place2be and secondary school, working with vulnerable adults and children from diverse backgrounds. My experience includes supporting individuals with; - Trauma - ADHD & ASD - Grief & bereavement - Family & relationships - Anxiety & depression - Suicide & self harm - Current/historical abuse - Low self-esteem, identity issues, cultural problems, childhood trauma and more. I pride myself on the ability to work openly and non-judgementally cross-culturally & have been successful counselling children and adults with SEN.
I am a person-centred practitioner with experience working with children, adolescents and adults.
I am a MBACP Registered member. I have experience working in establishments such as; MIND, Place2be and secondary school, working with vulnerable adults and children from diverse backgrounds. My experience includes supporting individuals with; - Trauma - ADHD & ASD - Grief & bereavement - Family & relationships - Anxiety & depression - Suicide & self harm - Current/historical abuse - Low self-esteem, identity issues, cultural problems, childhood trauma and more. I pride myself on the ability to work openly and non-judgementally cross-culturally & have been successful counselling children and adults with SEN.
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Karise Berry
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, offering counselling to adults, online and face to face in Sutton, Surrey. I facilitate short term (6-12 sessions) and long term (open-ended) therapy. I believe in a holistic approach to health and wellbeing, taking into account all of our being - psychological, cultural, physical, social and spiritual. I work in a way that is gentle, warm and holding. I endeavour to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to talk through the experiences you are facing. I work collaboratively to ensure that you have the autonomy in deciding the content, pace and depth of our work.
I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, offering counselling to adults, online and face to face in Sutton, Surrey. I facilitate short term (6-12 sessions) and long term (open-ended) therapy. I believe in a holistic approach to health and wellbeing, taking into account all of our being - psychological, cultural, physical, social and spiritual. I work in a way that is gentle, warm and holding. I endeavour to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to talk through the experiences you are facing. I work collaboratively to ensure that you have the autonomy in deciding the content, pace and depth of our work.
020 3910 8568 View 020 3910 8568
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Baanu Baghbani-Irvine
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Serves Area
I have worked over 25 years with adults, adolescents, couples, and families who feel stuck in repeating emotional or relational patterns shaped by trauma, loss, attachment wounds, anxiety, depression, or family conflict.
My passion is in empowering people to have a better insight into their own thinking patterns and to manage their behaviour so they can lead a healthier and thriving lives and relationships. My work combines Attachment based Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, , RECBT, and systemic family therapy to support insight, emotional regulation, and healthier relationships
I have worked over 25 years with adults, adolescents, couples, and families who feel stuck in repeating emotional or relational patterns shaped by trauma, loss, attachment wounds, anxiety, depression, or family conflict.
My passion is in empowering people to have a better insight into their own thinking patterns and to manage their behaviour so they can lead a healthier and thriving lives and relationships. My work combines Attachment based Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, , RECBT, and systemic family therapy to support insight, emotional regulation, and healthier relationships
020 3856 4052 View 020 3856 4052
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Dr Ivanka Ezhova
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Hello and thank you for reading my bio. My name is Dr Ivanka Ezhova and I am a Registered Clinical Psychologist. I have 15 years extensive international experience of clinical practice, multidisciplinary research and education across the United Kingdom, France, and Bulgaria. I founded Psychology Centre London where I am currently performing psychological diagnostic assessments and providing online specialist psychological interventions to English, French and Bulgarian-speaking clients internationally and preparing psychology reports for personal injury cases.
Hello and thank you for reading my bio. My name is Dr Ivanka Ezhova and I am a Registered Clinical Psychologist. I have 15 years extensive international experience of clinical practice, multidisciplinary research and education across the United Kingdom, France, and Bulgaria. I founded Psychology Centre London where I am currently performing psychological diagnostic assessments and providing online specialist psychological interventions to English, French and Bulgarian-speaking clients internationally and preparing psychology reports for personal injury cases.
01798 305160 View 01798 305160
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Katrina Voysey
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
Highly experienced, I offer a safe, non-judgemental and creative space to explore personal or relationship concerns. Psychotherapy can help you to cope better with difficult experiences, to change your behaviours & attitudes, to resolve your problems and to develop resources for a more enriching life. Relational or couples counselling can help you repair relationships blighted by vicious arguments, affairs, mistrust, sexual issues, control, boredom or a deadening growing apart. Working with me can set your relationship back on course for better, more fulfilling times; or it can ease the difficulties of a breakup.
Highly experienced, I offer a safe, non-judgemental and creative space to explore personal or relationship concerns. Psychotherapy can help you to cope better with difficult experiences, to change your behaviours & attitudes, to resolve your problems and to develop resources for a more enriching life. Relational or couples counselling can help you repair relationships blighted by vicious arguments, affairs, mistrust, sexual issues, control, boredom or a deadening growing apart. Working with me can set your relationship back on course for better, more fulfilling times; or it can ease the difficulties of a breakup.
020 3948 6490 View 020 3948 6490
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Rosella Pizzi
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Play therapy & adolescent therapy £70-80, depending on location.
Hello, I’m Rosella, a qualified Integrative Counsellor and registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I offer counselling for adults, young people and families, providing both short- and long-term support, in Sutton SM1, Wimbledon SW19, and Clapham SW4. Therapy can help address feelings of anxiety, depression, inadequacy, overwhelm, loss, burnout, as well as family conflicts, parenting challenges, communication difficulties, or grief. Everyone has a unique story, and I would be honoured to hear yours in a safe, supportive and judgment-free space, proceeding at your own pace.
Play therapy & adolescent therapy £70-80, depending on location.
Hello, I’m Rosella, a qualified Integrative Counsellor and registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I offer counselling for adults, young people and families, providing both short- and long-term support, in Sutton SM1, Wimbledon SW19, and Clapham SW4. Therapy can help address feelings of anxiety, depression, inadequacy, overwhelm, loss, burnout, as well as family conflicts, parenting challenges, communication difficulties, or grief. Everyone has a unique story, and I would be honoured to hear yours in a safe, supportive and judgment-free space, proceeding at your own pace.
020 3597 6719 View 020 3597 6719
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Nicole Louise Henriette Rolls
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I work with Adults, older teenagers, ​and couples
I have particular experience in working with Stress and Anxiety, Trauma, Relationship issues, Depression, Panic attacks, Low Self-Esteem, Anger issues, Grief, Bereavement, abuse, Cultural and Gender issues, Eating disorders, Dysmorphia, Bulimia. I am also​ fully Accredited as an EMDR practitioner and I find it particularly helpful in working with Trauma.
I work with Adults, older teenagers, ​and couples
I have particular experience in working with Stress and Anxiety, Trauma, Relationship issues, Depression, Panic attacks, Low Self-Esteem, Anger issues, Grief, Bereavement, abuse, Cultural and Gender issues, Eating disorders, Dysmorphia, Bulimia. I am also​ fully Accredited as an EMDR practitioner and I find it particularly helpful in working with Trauma.
01260 542111 View 01260 542111
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Chisom Deborah
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you a parent who is worried about their teenager?
I offer a mobile counselling service for young people aged 11+, and support to parents and carers. Some young people may find the idea of going to therapy daunting. By coming directly to you, I hope to make the process easier for everyone involved. I specialise in working with those who have experienced trauma, regardless of age.
Are you a parent who is worried about their teenager?
I offer a mobile counselling service for young people aged 11+, and support to parents and carers. Some young people may find the idea of going to therapy daunting. By coming directly to you, I hope to make the process easier for everyone involved. I specialise in working with those who have experienced trauma, regardless of age.
07492 882981 View 07492 882981
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Jean Barbara MacGillivray
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
This means that my clients have been adults, teenagers and children of different ages, backgrounds, and faiths.
I offer 50 minute sessions in a secure and safe space where the client can be free to express their feelings in a way that suits their own unique personality and communication style. Here they can find solutions, set goals, and regain an increased sense of self-worth, confidence and inner strength.
This means that my clients have been adults, teenagers and children of different ages, backgrounds, and faiths.
I offer 50 minute sessions in a secure and safe space where the client can be free to express their feelings in a way that suits their own unique personality and communication style. Here they can find solutions, set goals, and regain an increased sense of self-worth, confidence and inner strength.
01260 542112 View 01260 542112
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Debbie Allen
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Face to face and online, I have helped many clients recover from anxiety disorders, depression and self-esteem issues. I have helped clients with abandonment and rejection fears work on relationship issues so that they are able to live in harmony with others. We will work together with your presenting issues and we will also journey into your past to see if we can get to the root of why you feel the way you do and together we will work through any triggers so that your life becomes more manageable. There is nothing more enlightening than self discovery and becoming a more confident version of yourself is extremely empowering.
Face to face and online, I have helped many clients recover from anxiety disorders, depression and self-esteem issues. I have helped clients with abandonment and rejection fears work on relationship issues so that they are able to live in harmony with others. We will work together with your presenting issues and we will also journey into your past to see if we can get to the root of why you feel the way you do and together we will work through any triggers so that your life becomes more manageable. There is nothing more enlightening than self discovery and becoming a more confident version of yourself is extremely empowering.
01798 305049 View 01798 305049

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Sarah Dyson
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
I work with adults and young people experiencing anxiety, depression and burnout, particularly those who are struggling with issues related to neurodivergence. I believe that experiencing life as a neurodivergent person causes ongoing trauma, and sometimes we reach a point where we no longer feel able to cope. Exhausted people want to be able to talk with someone who gets it and who won't be judgemental or impatient however they present (with or without a mask). Whether you are living with the challenges of neurodivergence yourself or parenting neurodivergent children or young people, I will listen with empathy and compassion.
I work with adults and young people experiencing anxiety, depression and burnout, particularly those who are struggling with issues related to neurodivergence. I believe that experiencing life as a neurodivergent person causes ongoing trauma, and sometimes we reach a point where we no longer feel able to cope. Exhausted people want to be able to talk with someone who gets it and who won't be judgemental or impatient however they present (with or without a mask). Whether you are living with the challenges of neurodivergence yourself or parenting neurodivergent children or young people, I will listen with empathy and compassion.
020 4538 1488 View 020 4538 1488
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Sue Brown
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Struggling with stress, anxiety, work-related issues, neurodivergence, discrimination or situations affecting your emotional well-being. These issues could evoke worry, feelings of isolation or fear. You are not alone; by starting your journey with me, it ends with you. Creating the right space allows you to explore what has happened in the past and/or continues to affect you. With support you may be able gain some insight as to why these issues leave you feeling stuck or repeating the same behaviour. Change is achievable, by developing yourself, building confidence and resilience may create a happier you.
Struggling with stress, anxiety, work-related issues, neurodivergence, discrimination or situations affecting your emotional well-being. These issues could evoke worry, feelings of isolation or fear. You are not alone; by starting your journey with me, it ends with you. Creating the right space allows you to explore what has happened in the past and/or continues to affect you. With support you may be able gain some insight as to why these issues leave you feeling stuck or repeating the same behaviour. Change is achievable, by developing yourself, building confidence and resilience may create a happier you.
01227 931701 View 01227 931701
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Dr Laura Cole
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
London N2
Hi there, I'm Laura. I am a Clinical Psychologist qualified at doctoral level, practicing in Central London and Hertfordshire. I am registered with the Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) with over fifteen years experience working within the NHS and charity sector. I have led NHS teams and developed and grown a private practice. Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, I offer a safe and non-judgemental space, which is your time to explore some of the difficulties you have been facing and work together to find ways forward in your life.
Hi there, I'm Laura. I am a Clinical Psychologist qualified at doctoral level, practicing in Central London and Hertfordshire. I am registered with the Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) with over fifteen years experience working within the NHS and charity sector. I have led NHS teams and developed and grown a private practice. Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, I offer a safe and non-judgemental space, which is your time to explore some of the difficulties you have been facing and work together to find ways forward in your life.
020 4538 8328 View 020 4538 8328

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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.