Parenting Counselling in Chalfont Saint Peter

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Rayna Shock
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Hello. I'm Rayna and I am a highly experienced UKCP registered child and adult psychotherapist and supervisor, with extensive experience in schools and in private practice.. I see children, adolescents and adults both face to face and online. In these uncertain times, you or someone in your family may be experiencing a multitude of emotions and challenges. Some of the most common issues at the moment are anxiety, depression, loneliness, separation & divorce, neurodivergence, school, financial fears as well as a general uncertainty about the future. I can help with all these issues and more. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Hello. I'm Rayna and I am a highly experienced UKCP registered child and adult psychotherapist and supervisor, with extensive experience in schools and in private practice.. I see children, adolescents and adults both face to face and online. In these uncertain times, you or someone in your family may be experiencing a multitude of emotions and challenges. Some of the most common issues at the moment are anxiety, depression, loneliness, separation & divorce, neurodivergence, school, financial fears as well as a general uncertainty about the future. I can help with all these issues and more. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
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Dr Nicola Connolly
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Hello and a warm welcome! I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years experience working both in the NHS and in private practice. I have worked with both adolescents who struggle to talk, to adults with a wide range of mental health problems, and couples with relationship difficulties. I am trained in several therapies that I will tailor to your unique needs. It can feel very daunting trying to find the right therapist for your needs and I therefore offer you a free 30 minute Zoom meeting or phonecall to meet with me to put you at ease and to see if I am the right person who can help.
Hello and a warm welcome! I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years experience working both in the NHS and in private practice. I have worked with both adolescents who struggle to talk, to adults with a wide range of mental health problems, and couples with relationship difficulties. I am trained in several therapies that I will tailor to your unique needs. It can feel very daunting trying to find the right therapist for your needs and I therefore offer you a free 30 minute Zoom meeting or phonecall to meet with me to put you at ease and to see if I am the right person who can help.
01494 509324 View 01494 509324
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Helen Newman
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
AXA reg. BACP Accred Counsellor and Family/Systemic Practitioner AFSP Member. Practising since 2000. I offer a talking therapy/creative therapy to children, adults and young people. I also work with couples and families. My approach to counselling is ‘Client-Centred’ having been trained in a number of modalities; Psychodynamic, Person-Centred, Existential, CBT and as a Family Systemic Practitioner. I believe it is firstly the relationship between counsellor and client(s) which provides the foundation to explore, understand, challenge and change patterns of behaviour which are causing relationship difficulties and personal distress.
AXA reg. BACP Accred Counsellor and Family/Systemic Practitioner AFSP Member. Practising since 2000. I offer a talking therapy/creative therapy to children, adults and young people. I also work with couples and families. My approach to counselling is ‘Client-Centred’ having been trained in a number of modalities; Psychodynamic, Person-Centred, Existential, CBT and as a Family Systemic Practitioner. I believe it is firstly the relationship between counsellor and client(s) which provides the foundation to explore, understand, challenge and change patterns of behaviour which are causing relationship difficulties and personal distress.
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Sarah Keller
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Sometimes life is confusing, painful and problematic and we are troubled, distressed and not at peace with our lives or, ourselves. I fully believe that therapy is a setting in which we are able to speak freely and not feel judged; a place where we are met with empathy and understanding. I truly believe a setting such as this provides the basis from which healing can begin. It is absolutely my belief that the answers to our questions lie within us and we just need some assistance in navigating to those answers. Whatever it is you are seeking help with, I would love to work with you to find your answers, clarity and peace.
Sometimes life is confusing, painful and problematic and we are troubled, distressed and not at peace with our lives or, ourselves. I fully believe that therapy is a setting in which we are able to speak freely and not feel judged; a place where we are met with empathy and understanding. I truly believe a setting such as this provides the basis from which healing can begin. It is absolutely my belief that the answers to our questions lie within us and we just need some assistance in navigating to those answers. Whatever it is you are seeking help with, I would love to work with you to find your answers, clarity and peace.
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Luke Edwards
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP
Serves Area
I specialise in parents, pre and post-natal.
I'm Luke. I offer help for those who feel stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed and want to understand themselves better. That can cover struggling with relationships, career transitions, low mood, or everyday stress, and a search for clarity, practical tools, and a safe space to explore thoughts and feelings. My ideal client values reflection and honesty, and wants to feel more in control, confident, and connected - to themselves, to others, and to their life. Together, we focus on insight, coping, and meaningful change that can help life feel more manageable, purposeful, and fulfilling.
I specialise in parents, pre and post-natal.
I'm Luke. I offer help for those who feel stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed and want to understand themselves better. That can cover struggling with relationships, career transitions, low mood, or everyday stress, and a search for clarity, practical tools, and a safe space to explore thoughts and feelings. My ideal client values reflection and honesty, and wants to feel more in control, confident, and connected - to themselves, to others, and to their life. Together, we focus on insight, coping, and meaningful change that can help life feel more manageable, purposeful, and fulfilling.
01753 303079 View 01753 303079
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Dr Lee Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Online Only
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
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Clare Louine Blunt
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I understand that beginning therapy might seem a little daunting and offer a free initial 20 minute session so we can begin to get to know each other. You may be struggling with daily life and concerns about the pandemic and your future. These challenges can be affecting you in unsettling, conflicting and confusing ways and may be increasing ongoing anxiety and uncertainty. Therapy can provide a private space for you to focus on what is happening for you right now. I offer you my warmth, empathy and compassion, without judgment, and work collaboratively with you to navigate through even the most difficult times in your life.
I understand that beginning therapy might seem a little daunting and offer a free initial 20 minute session so we can begin to get to know each other. You may be struggling with daily life and concerns about the pandemic and your future. These challenges can be affecting you in unsettling, conflicting and confusing ways and may be increasing ongoing anxiety and uncertainty. Therapy can provide a private space for you to focus on what is happening for you right now. I offer you my warmth, empathy and compassion, without judgment, and work collaboratively with you to navigate through even the most difficult times in your life.
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More Therapists Nearby

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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
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Lorena Dolan-Chandler
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Online Only
Is your relationship struggling? Are you feeling unsettled by a change in your life? Are you stressed? With over 20 years of experience as a Systemic and Family Therapist, I specialise in working with couples and families and offer individual therapy. Life is full of changes, both planned and unexpected. Whether you're transitioning into a new life stage, facing a significant life event like migrating, or dealing with an unforeseen situation, these changes can often lead to anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties.
Is your relationship struggling? Are you feeling unsettled by a change in your life? Are you stressed? With over 20 years of experience as a Systemic and Family Therapist, I specialise in working with couples and families and offer individual therapy. Life is full of changes, both planned and unexpected. Whether you're transitioning into a new life stage, facing a significant life event like migrating, or dealing with an unforeseen situation, these changes can often lead to anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties.
020 4538 4402 View 020 4538 4402
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Abby Ross
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
London E1
You might be a parent who is reading this because your child is having a hard time and you aren't sure where to turn.
Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I tailor my approach to the needs of my clients. In addition to talk therapy, I often work with the creative arts, play, metaphor, and mindfulness as this can help us to access feelings that words alone fail to express. My practice is LGBTQ+ affirming and centres an awareness of intersectionality.
You might be a parent who is reading this because your child is having a hard time and you aren't sure where to turn.
Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I tailor my approach to the needs of my clients. In addition to talk therapy, I often work with the creative arts, play, metaphor, and mindfulness as this can help us to access feelings that words alone fail to express. My practice is LGBTQ+ affirming and centres an awareness of intersectionality.
020 4603 9667 View 020 4603 9667
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Kristin C McCarthy
Counsellor, MA, PNCPS Acc.
London SW18
I am experienced in working with loss, parenting and relationship issues as well as more specialised concerns related to infertility and pregnancy.
As an integrative psychotherapist, I use a range of approaches and models. I will work with you to help you to explore whatever life issues you may be struggling with. Our sessions gives you the opportunity to discuss your thoughts, feelings and experiences in a non-judgemental and confidential space. I will give you time to work out how to best cope with what you are facing, to come to terms with the past as well as to explore ways to improve your relationships. I will support you but also at times challenge you so that you can honestly evaluate and clarify what really matters to you.
I am experienced in working with loss, parenting and relationship issues as well as more specialised concerns related to infertility and pregnancy.
As an integrative psychotherapist, I use a range of approaches and models. I will work with you to help you to explore whatever life issues you may be struggling with. Our sessions gives you the opportunity to discuss your thoughts, feelings and experiences in a non-judgemental and confidential space. I will give you time to work out how to best cope with what you are facing, to come to terms with the past as well as to explore ways to improve your relationships. I will support you but also at times challenge you so that you can honestly evaluate and clarify what really matters to you.
020 3962 2406 View 020 3962 2406
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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
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Mish Cromer
Counsellor, MBACP
London NW5
Waitlist for new clients
I also offer parenting support to individuals and couples who are seeking to deepen their connection to their children and develop their knowledge and understanding of why children do what they do and how to meet them where they are, and at the appropriate level.
I am committed to offering a confidential, safe and supportive environment so you can explore your experiences, past and present, while focussing on your feelings. While challenging, this can lead to increased self-awareness, and the potential for growth and healing, helping you to move from confusion to clarity, and from self- doubt to self-esteem.
I also offer parenting support to individuals and couples who are seeking to deepen their connection to their children and develop their knowledge and understanding of why children do what they do and how to meet them where they are, and at the appropriate level.
I am committed to offering a confidential, safe and supportive environment so you can explore your experiences, past and present, while focussing on your feelings. While challenging, this can lead to increased self-awareness, and the potential for growth and healing, helping you to move from confusion to clarity, and from self- doubt to self-esteem.
020 3950 0946 View 020 3950 0946
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Claudio Parretti
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
London EC1V
I also work with parents, who experience difficulties with their children.
Following an initial assessment, I establish collaboratively with clients a treatment process, which is adapted to the person's needs. I draw on a range of therapeutic modalities, including Psychodynamic and Integrative Psychotherapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mentalization-Based Treatment (MBT).
I also work with parents, who experience difficulties with their children.
Following an initial assessment, I establish collaboratively with clients a treatment process, which is adapted to the person's needs. I draw on a range of therapeutic modalities, including Psychodynamic and Integrative Psychotherapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mentalization-Based Treatment (MBT).
023 8214 8054 View 023 8214 8054
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Dr Hetashi Bawa
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
London SE5
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist & EMDR Therapist. I prioritise creating a compassionate, collaborative and non-judgemental space where you or your child can feel safe to talk openly. With extensive experience working in NHS physical and emotional wellbeing services, I specialise in psychological therapy for children, adolescents, adults and families. My expertise includes supporting adjustment to diagnoses, managing symptoms, and developing identity beyond a health condition, alongside interventions for anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, stress, trauma, and life transitions.
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist & EMDR Therapist. I prioritise creating a compassionate, collaborative and non-judgemental space where you or your child can feel safe to talk openly. With extensive experience working in NHS physical and emotional wellbeing services, I specialise in psychological therapy for children, adolescents, adults and families. My expertise includes supporting adjustment to diagnoses, managing symptoms, and developing identity beyond a health condition, alongside interventions for anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, stress, trauma, and life transitions.
020 4634 4491 View 020 4634 4491
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Dr Juspreet Dhanoa
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
London W1K
As a Specialist Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience, I am dedicated to providing compassionate therapy services to adults, children and parents seeking specialist support and guidance.
Working in services such as adoption and neonatal services, I am experienced supporting parents with complex needs related to their own as well as their children's needs. This ranges from behavioural and emotional difficulties, exploring significant life transitions such as becoming a parent, parenting experiences, neonatal or birth trauma, loss and grief.
As a Specialist Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience, I am dedicated to providing compassionate therapy services to adults, children and parents seeking specialist support and guidance.
Working in services such as adoption and neonatal services, I am experienced supporting parents with complex needs related to their own as well as their children's needs. This ranges from behavioural and emotional difficulties, exploring significant life transitions such as becoming a parent, parenting experiences, neonatal or birth trauma, loss and grief.
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Georgina Mary Anderson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
London W11
Parenting is the most important job that we can do, as a parent I very much understand, finding a way through is imperative.
Therapy is my passion, people are my passion, I have extensive experience in providing a safe space for children and adults. Therapy helped me so much when I was going through a very difficult time in my life. I want to be able to help people in the same way. Feeling out of control can be very scary, whether with alcohol, drugs, food, relationships, sex. Wanting to express your emotions but not knowing how to do it in a safe way. This is where I can help, providing a calm, therapeutic, safe space. Sitting alongside adults, helping them to see their true selves or with young people working creatively to explore their emotions
Parenting is the most important job that we can do, as a parent I very much understand, finding a way through is imperative.
Therapy is my passion, people are my passion, I have extensive experience in providing a safe space for children and adults. Therapy helped me so much when I was going through a very difficult time in my life. I want to be able to help people in the same way. Feeling out of control can be very scary, whether with alcohol, drugs, food, relationships, sex. Wanting to express your emotions but not knowing how to do it in a safe way. This is where I can help, providing a calm, therapeutic, safe space. Sitting alongside adults, helping them to see their true selves or with young people working creatively to explore their emotions
020 4572 8735 View 020 4572 8735
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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
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Nomhlekhabo Martha Shongwe
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
London E3
Additionally, are you struggling with your parenting style.
I offer intervention for families which include NVR for parents and 1:1 Emotional understanding for the child/young person. NVR is a therapeutic approach, which has been specifically developed for responding effectively to aggressive, violent, self-destructive, and controlling behavior in children, adolescents and young adult.
Additionally, are you struggling with your parenting style.
I offer intervention for families which include NVR for parents and 1:1 Emotional understanding for the child/young person. NVR is a therapeutic approach, which has been specifically developed for responding effectively to aggressive, violent, self-destructive, and controlling behavior in children, adolescents and young adult.
020 4572 0557 View 020 4572 0557
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Dr Lucy Chantrey
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Online Only
I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy and mentoring for parents and carers of neurodivergent children and young people, with a focus on supporting parents of autistic girls.
With 15 years as a BACP-accredited integrative psychotherapist and trauma specialist, plus 25 years in the autism field, I provide compassionate, individualized support. EMDR is a powerful tool for addressing trauma from challenges like school refusal and demand avoidance but is always offered based on what feels right for you.
I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy and mentoring for parents and carers of neurodivergent children and young people, with a focus on supporting parents of autistic girls.
With 15 years as a BACP-accredited integrative psychotherapist and trauma specialist, plus 25 years in the autism field, I provide compassionate, individualized support. EMDR is a powerful tool for addressing trauma from challenges like school refusal and demand avoidance but is always offered based on what feels right for you.
01824 733692 View 01824 733692
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.