Counselling for Children in Dewsbury
I have over 4 years experience helping children, young people and adults who have been struggling with their mental health, trauma or other life experiences.
I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor, Psychology graduate and registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in line with their ethical framework. I provide empathetic, holistic, trauma -informed therapy to anyone experiencing emotional or psychological distress. This includes helping clients manage mental health problems such as anxiety and depression, improving confidence and self-esteem, navigating complex relationships, treatment for eating disorders and healing from trauma. I also offer support and guidance for those coping with grief/loss and high levels of stress or low mood.
I have over 4 years experience helping children, young people and adults who have been struggling with their mental health, trauma or other life experiences.
I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor, Psychology graduate and registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in line with their ethical framework. I provide empathetic, holistic, trauma -informed therapy to anyone experiencing emotional or psychological distress. This includes helping clients manage mental health problems such as anxiety and depression, improving confidence and self-esteem, navigating complex relationships, treatment for eating disorders and healing from trauma. I also offer support and guidance for those coping with grief/loss and high levels of stress or low mood.
I work with adults, children and young people (8-17), facing challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, domestic abuse/coercive control, and suicidal thoughts.
As an integrative counsellor, I provide a safe, compassionate, and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgement. I believe that each person is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet your individual needs, drawing on a range of therapeutic models.
I work with adults, children and young people (8-17), facing challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, domestic abuse/coercive control, and suicidal thoughts.
As an integrative counsellor, I provide a safe, compassionate, and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgement. I believe that each person is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet your individual needs, drawing on a range of therapeutic models.
Everybody who comes to counselling has different aims and outcomes that they want to achieve. Whatever your reasons for seeking counselling, I believe it can unlock thoughts and emotions and help you to process your experiences, exploring your current difficulties, alongside historic issues and relationships.
Everybody who comes to counselling has different aims and outcomes that they want to achieve. Whatever your reasons for seeking counselling, I believe it can unlock thoughts and emotions and help you to process your experiences, exploring your current difficulties, alongside historic issues and relationships.
I am also a qualified Neuroscientist and Psychologist (GMBPsS).
I’m here to start your healing journey with you. This is your safe space, where you can explore the pain and trauma that you’ve held with you for however long. I can imagine the thought of sharing this with somebody new is daunting and maybe even scary for some .. but that’s okay. Trust the process and allow yourself to be in this journey together. For my Muslim clients, I may combine elements of an Islamic model for therapy which solidifies the therapeutic relationship.
I am also a qualified Neuroscientist and Psychologist (GMBPsS).
I’m here to start your healing journey with you. This is your safe space, where you can explore the pain and trauma that you’ve held with you for however long. I can imagine the thought of sharing this with somebody new is daunting and maybe even scary for some .. but that’s okay. Trust the process and allow yourself to be in this journey together. For my Muslim clients, I may combine elements of an Islamic model for therapy which solidifies the therapeutic relationship.
Hi, I'm Diane (Accredited Play Therapist) and am passionate about supporting children through Play Therapy.
As an Accredited Play Therapist I will help to promote healing and facilitate the expression of your child's emotions through the use of the therapy toolkit. I have many years of practice, supporting children and young people. If you would like me to help support your child in achieving their full potential please do get in touch.
Hi, I'm Diane (Accredited Play Therapist) and am passionate about supporting children through Play Therapy.
As an Accredited Play Therapist I will help to promote healing and facilitate the expression of your child's emotions through the use of the therapy toolkit. I have many years of practice, supporting children and young people. If you would like me to help support your child in achieving their full potential please do get in touch.
I work with adults and young people with various presenting difficulties such as anxiety, OCD, phobias, stress, trauma, depression, anger, loss, low self esteem, self harm, relationship problems and abuse. Counselling is a process people seek when they want changes in their life. It can help us to understand and have better clarity of our thoughts, emotions and behaviours. Let me ask you…Are you feeling stuck? Do you want to feel happier? Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you feeling lost or hopeless? Are you battling with your inner critic? Do you want to heal from your past? If so let’s start your journey to discovering a new you.
I work with adults and young people with various presenting difficulties such as anxiety, OCD, phobias, stress, trauma, depression, anger, loss, low self esteem, self harm, relationship problems and abuse. Counselling is a process people seek when they want changes in their life. It can help us to understand and have better clarity of our thoughts, emotions and behaviours. Let me ask you…Are you feeling stuck? Do you want to feel happier? Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you feeling lost or hopeless? Are you battling with your inner critic? Do you want to heal from your past? If so let’s start your journey to discovering a new you.
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Having worked in the NHS for over fifteen years; I specialise in Psychiatric care and Neurodiversity. As a Neurodivergent therapist, I have found from practice and my research, which evidences Neurodivergent Affirming Therapy; strong therapeutic alliance with my patients; there's reassurance, safety and a sense of belonging when working with someone who actually gets you! I have worked hard to ensure therapy caters to and adapts to our brains! Techniques such as eye contact, open questions, long silences, often made me and my patients want to run away, perpetuating a belief of hopelessness and helplessness.
Having worked in the NHS for over fifteen years; I specialise in Psychiatric care and Neurodiversity. As a Neurodivergent therapist, I have found from practice and my research, which evidences Neurodivergent Affirming Therapy; strong therapeutic alliance with my patients; there's reassurance, safety and a sense of belonging when working with someone who actually gets you! I have worked hard to ensure therapy caters to and adapts to our brains! Techniques such as eye contact, open questions, long silences, often made me and my patients want to run away, perpetuating a belief of hopelessness and helplessness.
My training was in Therapeutic counselling I qualified in 2007, and I have since undertaken further training in CBT, Transactional Analysis and children's mental health.
There are lots of reasons why someone may come for counselling. It may be that they are trying to come to terms with a loss or are finding it difficult to cope with the stresses of everyday life. It could be their past is affecting daily life. You may be experiencing difficulties in your relationships or having sexual problems. This could be erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation, vaginismus, painful sex or loss of desire. I am Kink-friendly and aware. As a skilled integrative Therapist, I offer a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space to explore difficulties in a confidential environment.
My training was in Therapeutic counselling I qualified in 2007, and I have since undertaken further training in CBT, Transactional Analysis and children's mental health.
There are lots of reasons why someone may come for counselling. It may be that they are trying to come to terms with a loss or are finding it difficult to cope with the stresses of everyday life. It could be their past is affecting daily life. You may be experiencing difficulties in your relationships or having sexual problems. This could be erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation, vaginismus, painful sex or loss of desire. I am Kink-friendly and aware. As a skilled integrative Therapist, I offer a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space to explore difficulties in a confidential environment.
Hi, my name is Will. I am an Art Psychotherapist practicing in the Leeds and Wakefield district. My passion is to help both young people and adults work through hardships, challenges and emotional barriers through making art and getting stuck into creativity.
Creativity can be anything and Art therapy can help you make what ever comes to mind and can support you in telling your story.
My job is to work alongside you, helping you with big and often difficult feelings. Our emotional world can be exhausting, overwhelming and anxiety provoking and art making can capture this in different ways, helping your confidence and self esteem.
Hi, my name is Will. I am an Art Psychotherapist practicing in the Leeds and Wakefield district. My passion is to help both young people and adults work through hardships, challenges and emotional barriers through making art and getting stuck into creativity.
Creativity can be anything and Art therapy can help you make what ever comes to mind and can support you in telling your story.
My job is to work alongside you, helping you with big and often difficult feelings. Our emotional world can be exhausting, overwhelming and anxiety provoking and art making can capture this in different ways, helping your confidence and self esteem.
I support individuals who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or going through a difficult time in their lives. You might be struggling with your thoughts, relationships, or simply trying to make sense of how you’re feeling.
What brings people to counselling is often a sense that something isn’t quite right—and a desire for things to feel different.
In our work together, I offer a safe, supportive space where you can talk openly, gain clarity, and begin to move forward in a way that feels right for you.
If this resonates, you’re welcome to reach out.
I support individuals who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or going through a difficult time in their lives. You might be struggling with your thoughts, relationships, or simply trying to make sense of how you’re feeling.
What brings people to counselling is often a sense that something isn’t quite right—and a desire for things to feel different.
In our work together, I offer a safe, supportive space where you can talk openly, gain clarity, and begin to move forward in a way that feels right for you.
If this resonates, you’re welcome to reach out.
I have thirteen years of experience working in mental health in public and charity sector with adults and children.
At Fenix CBT we specialise in CBT/DBT therapy specifically adapted to Autistic/ADHD adults, children and young people, OCD (ERP) and PTSD. We can also help if you are struggling with other forms of anxiety or depression. In addition to myself, we also have a team of experienced associate therapists with immediate availability for online and face- sessions.
I have thirteen years of experience working in mental health in public and charity sector with adults and children.
At Fenix CBT we specialise in CBT/DBT therapy specifically adapted to Autistic/ADHD adults, children and young people, OCD (ERP) and PTSD. We can also help if you are struggling with other forms of anxiety or depression. In addition to myself, we also have a team of experienced associate therapists with immediate availability for online and face- sessions.
My clients may be hopeless for change, feeling burnt out, struggling with overwhelming emotions, or parents seeking support for a child whose needs don’t fit the system.
I blend evidence‑based CBT with a strengths‑based, neurodiversity‑affirming approach, adapting therapy to fit you. Whether breaking down ideas into clear steps, using creative tools, or pacing sessions to your style, I help with anxiety, depression, trauma, and emotional regulation while building lasting self‑compassion and skills.
My clients may be hopeless for change, feeling burnt out, struggling with overwhelming emotions, or parents seeking support for a child whose needs don’t fit the system.
I blend evidence‑based CBT with a strengths‑based, neurodiversity‑affirming approach, adapting therapy to fit you. Whether breaking down ideas into clear steps, using creative tools, or pacing sessions to your style, I help with anxiety, depression, trauma, and emotional regulation while building lasting self‑compassion and skills.
I hold Diplomas in Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist (NCFE/BPS-accredited Level 5 Dip, Integrative Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Level 5) CBH for Children and Young People and I'm Certified in CBT-insomnia & Menopause Wellbeing
Hello, I’m Steph, a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist (CBH) with 30 years’ experience helping adults and young people. I specialise in anxiety, stress, IBS and insomnia but have expertise in many more concerns. So if you're feeling overwhelmed with life, I can help. My approach offers CBH - a unique combination of CBT with active, evidence-based hypnotherapy along with Mindfulness and ACT. These techniques are recommended by NICE and the NHS to give you real lasting change. You’ll take an active role in learning practical yet simple strategies to ease symptoms, feel calmer and regain confidence and balance in your everyday life.
I hold Diplomas in Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist (NCFE/BPS-accredited Level 5 Dip, Integrative Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Level 5) CBH for Children and Young People and I'm Certified in CBT-insomnia & Menopause Wellbeing
Hello, I’m Steph, a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist (CBH) with 30 years’ experience helping adults and young people. I specialise in anxiety, stress, IBS and insomnia but have expertise in many more concerns. So if you're feeling overwhelmed with life, I can help. My approach offers CBH - a unique combination of CBT with active, evidence-based hypnotherapy along with Mindfulness and ACT. These techniques are recommended by NICE and the NHS to give you real lasting change. You’ll take an active role in learning practical yet simple strategies to ease symptoms, feel calmer and regain confidence and balance in your everyday life.
I work with clients across the lifespan, from young children to adults, addressing a variety of psychological challenges.
I specialise in trauma, supporting individuals impacted by traumatic events such accidents, natural disasters, terrorism, sexual assault, and child abuse. With extensive expertise in managing anxiety-related issues like OCD, I am also the Clinical Lead for the NCPS Autism Assessment Service, dedicated to providing assessments and follow-up care for children.
I work with clients across the lifespan, from young children to adults, addressing a variety of psychological challenges.
I specialise in trauma, supporting individuals impacted by traumatic events such accidents, natural disasters, terrorism, sexual assault, and child abuse. With extensive expertise in managing anxiety-related issues like OCD, I am also the Clinical Lead for the NCPS Autism Assessment Service, dedicated to providing assessments and follow-up care for children.
I’m Anna, a friendly CBT therapist supporting children, preteens, adolescents and young adults aged 5-25.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is a well researched and effective treatment for anxiety and depression. I focus on using proven techniques and adapt them to each person’s age, development and individual differences such as autism or ADHD. Sessions are practical and skills based, supporting lasting change in everyday life.
I’m Anna, a friendly CBT therapist supporting children, preteens, adolescents and young adults aged 5-25.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is a well researched and effective treatment for anxiety and depression. I focus on using proven techniques and adapt them to each person’s age, development and individual differences such as autism or ADHD. Sessions are practical and skills based, supporting lasting change in everyday life.
I work with individuals, couples, families, children and young people.
I am a Relate trained Relationship Therapist and psychosexual therapist, I worked for Relate for eleven years as a counsellor and supervisor. Couple counselling helps you to do something different to make a difference to your relationship, communicate well together and helping both of you to feel heard and understood, offering new skills and techniques.
I work with individuals, couples, families, children and young people.
I am a Relate trained Relationship Therapist and psychosexual therapist, I worked for Relate for eleven years as a counsellor and supervisor. Couple counselling helps you to do something different to make a difference to your relationship, communicate well together and helping both of you to feel heard and understood, offering new skills and techniques.
I am the counselling coordinator at Bluebell wood Children's Hospice and have been for 10 years, working with adults, young people and children specialising in bereavement and loss.
This is about you and I'm here to listen sensitively as we work together in a confidential setting so you feel you can talk openly and freely. It is about a therapeutic relationship as I offer emotional warmth and respect, encouraging you to explore what has brought you to counselling. To offer an empathic understanding is about you knowing I am on the journey with you making sense of what is happening but being guided by your direction of what is important for you to bring to the session.
I am the counselling coordinator at Bluebell wood Children's Hospice and have been for 10 years, working with adults, young people and children specialising in bereavement and loss.
This is about you and I'm here to listen sensitively as we work together in a confidential setting so you feel you can talk openly and freely. It is about a therapeutic relationship as I offer emotional warmth and respect, encouraging you to explore what has brought you to counselling. To offer an empathic understanding is about you knowing I am on the journey with you making sense of what is happening but being guided by your direction of what is important for you to bring to the session.
My approach is client centred, focusing on you, your childhood, your teenage years, your adult years and so on.
The idea of an ‘ideal client’ doesn’t exist to me as every person deserves the chance to receive therapy. I offer a warm and safe environment whilst gently challenging and encouraging clients to visit the deepest parts of their lives. My clients are given the chance to meet with a therapist who not only cares for their wellbeing but also cares for the person they once were and the person that they are going to be.
My approach is client centred, focusing on you, your childhood, your teenage years, your adult years and so on.
The idea of an ‘ideal client’ doesn’t exist to me as every person deserves the chance to receive therapy. I offer a warm and safe environment whilst gently challenging and encouraging clients to visit the deepest parts of their lives. My clients are given the chance to meet with a therapist who not only cares for their wellbeing but also cares for the person they once were and the person that they are going to be.
I am a passionate and dedicated therapist specializing in working with children and young people.
Whether your child is dealing with self-esteem issues, grief and loss of a loved one, abuse, trauma, adoption issues, or eating disorders, I am here to help. Providing a safe and supportive environment where children and young people can share their stories, experiences, and life challenges is essential.
I am a passionate and dedicated therapist specializing in working with children and young people.
Whether your child is dealing with self-esteem issues, grief and loss of a loved one, abuse, trauma, adoption issues, or eating disorders, I am here to help. Providing a safe and supportive environment where children and young people can share their stories, experiences, and life challenges is essential.
I often work with children and families through creative expression.
My art therapy studio is a relaxing, cosy and creative space where you can explore a wide range of art materials and sensory toys to help with emotional regulation. I encourage everyone to be creative and to try out something new. But don't worry! You do not need to be good at art, just willing to explore the materials provided.
I often work with children and families through creative expression.
My art therapy studio is a relaxing, cosy and creative space where you can explore a wide range of art materials and sensory toys to help with emotional regulation. I encourage everyone to be creative and to try out something new. But don't worry! You do not need to be good at art, just willing to explore the materials provided.
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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.