Child Counselling in Esher

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Retrain Your Brain
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Esher KT10
Whether you are an adolescent, adult, sports person or busy executive there are some common themes that resonate with my clients: Finding it hard to make decisions - fear of getting it wrong and constantly worrying/Being less tolerant, irritable over things that wouldn't normally bother you/Needing to do everything perfectly and setting high unrealistic expectations resulting in procrastination/Never feeling you have done enough/A very critical internal voice - Exhausting! Most of my clients want to quieten that negative voice and find ways to achieve and live life without the gnawing anxiety and self-doubt
Whether you are an adolescent, adult, sports person or busy executive there are some common themes that resonate with my clients: Finding it hard to make decisions - fear of getting it wrong and constantly worrying/Being less tolerant, irritable over things that wouldn't normally bother you/Needing to do everything perfectly and setting high unrealistic expectations resulting in procrastination/Never feeling you have done enough/A very critical internal voice - Exhausting! Most of my clients want to quieten that negative voice and find ways to achieve and live life without the gnawing anxiety and self-doubt
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Dr Louisa Monzani
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Esher KT10
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and am passionate about working with children & young people who are experiencing mental health or emotional difficulties.
I have worked in Paediatrics & CAMHS for 20+ years and have vast experience of helping young people and parents/carers with a wide range of psychological difficulties. I am also experienced in treating adults with medical trauma. I typically draw on CBT, EMDR and ACT but incorporate ideas from other approaches and will consider the best fit for each client.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and am passionate about working with children & young people who are experiencing mental health or emotional difficulties.
I have worked in Paediatrics & CAMHS for 20+ years and have vast experience of helping young people and parents/carers with a wide range of psychological difficulties. I am also experienced in treating adults with medical trauma. I typically draw on CBT, EMDR and ACT but incorporate ideas from other approaches and will consider the best fit for each client.
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Victoria Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a qualified and registered Integrative Counsellor with many years experience working with those suffering from anxiety, depression, stress, adolescent issues, trauma, anger management, relationship problems and much more. I offer solution focused short-term counselling or long-term open ended psychotherapy. I work in a supportive, caring and non-judgemental manner and offer a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
I am a qualified and registered Integrative Counsellor with many years experience working with those suffering from anxiety, depression, stress, adolescent issues, trauma, anger management, relationship problems and much more. I offer solution focused short-term counselling or long-term open ended psychotherapy. I work in a supportive, caring and non-judgemental manner and offer a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
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Simeron Kaler
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Online Only
I am an integrative psychotherapist with a heartfelt dedication to helping children and young adults thrive through therapy.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I uphold the BACP Ethical Framework which sets the standard for good and ethical therapeutic practice. In addition, to ensure the trust and safety of my clients, I also hold an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) .
I am an integrative psychotherapist with a heartfelt dedication to helping children and young adults thrive through therapy.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I uphold the BACP Ethical Framework which sets the standard for good and ethical therapeutic practice. In addition, to ensure the trust and safety of my clients, I also hold an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) .
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The Practice
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
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Helen Taylor
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I support adults, children and young people when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed or confused by their experiences and emotions, to help discover a sense of relief, ease and hopefulness about the future.
Responsive to individual needs and preferences, I draw on a range of counselling theories, including talk, creative and play-based approaches. I have extensive specialist training in child and adolescent therapy, but also work with adults who may be encountering challenges with transitional phases at any lifestage.
I support adults, children and young people when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed or confused by their experiences and emotions, to help discover a sense of relief, ease and hopefulness about the future.
Responsive to individual needs and preferences, I draw on a range of counselling theories, including talk, creative and play-based approaches. I have extensive specialist training in child and adolescent therapy, but also work with adults who may be encountering challenges with transitional phases at any lifestage.
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Caroline Larcombe
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Caroline is a compassionate Child and Adolescent Integrative therapist who combine creative therapies, CBT techniques and psychoeducation to support young clients in their journey to mental wellness.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a therapeutic approach designed to help individuals recover from distressing experiences and the effects these events can have on their daily lives. It can be particularly effective in treating anxiety, especially following difficult life events.
Caroline is a compassionate Child and Adolescent Integrative therapist who combine creative therapies, CBT techniques and psychoeducation to support young clients in their journey to mental wellness.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a therapeutic approach designed to help individuals recover from distressing experiences and the effects these events can have on their daily lives. It can be particularly effective in treating anxiety, especially following difficult life events.
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Young Hearts Play Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA
Serves Area
I’m a BAPT-registered Play Therapist and BACP member, with over 10 years’ experience supporting children and families.
Play therapy is evidence-based and age-appropriate. My goal is to create a warm, safe environment where children and young people feel empowered to express themselves, build confidence, and develop coping strategies. This may be achieved via a variety of creative mediums.
I’m a BAPT-registered Play Therapist and BACP member, with over 10 years’ experience supporting children and families.
Play therapy is evidence-based and age-appropriate. My goal is to create a warm, safe environment where children and young people feel empowered to express themselves, build confidence, and develop coping strategies. This may be achieved via a variety of creative mediums.
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Emma Cotterill
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Esher KT10
I am a Principal Clinical Psychologist, Chartered with the BPS and registered with HCPC. I work with adults experiencing mental health difficulties, including depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, PTSD, phobias, OCD, stress. I use an individualised integrative therapy approach, drawing on CBT, ACT, CFT, Mindfulness, EMDR. I have specialist experience in working with trauma, grief and loss. I also specialise in supporting individuals through relationship changes (divorce/separation) and through the challenges of life's stressors - work, parenting, family dynamics, heath issues.
I am a Principal Clinical Psychologist, Chartered with the BPS and registered with HCPC. I work with adults experiencing mental health difficulties, including depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, PTSD, phobias, OCD, stress. I use an individualised integrative therapy approach, drawing on CBT, ACT, CFT, Mindfulness, EMDR. I have specialist experience in working with trauma, grief and loss. I also specialise in supporting individuals through relationship changes (divorce/separation) and through the challenges of life's stressors - work, parenting, family dynamics, heath issues.
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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.
020 3984 8581 View 020 3984 8581
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Katharine Carpenter
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Esher KT10
Life can feel overwhelming at times, particularly in today’s world. I am a qualified, fully accredited and experienced therapist, here to work with you to achieve a positive outcome, whatever that may be for you. I aim to offer professional yet approachable support, taking the stigma out of therapy.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, particularly in today’s world. I am a qualified, fully accredited and experienced therapist, here to work with you to achieve a positive outcome, whatever that may be for you. I aim to offer professional yet approachable support, taking the stigma out of therapy.
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Emily Knivett
Counsellor, MBACP
Esher KT10
I'm a psychotherapist based in Surbiton, Greater London. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy; I meet their high standards of proficiency, professionalism and ethical practice. I work online and in person in Surbiton. I help adults and adolescents with a variety of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, lack of assertiveness, self-esteem, and grief. I am neurodiversity affirming.
I'm a psychotherapist based in Surbiton, Greater London. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy; I meet their high standards of proficiency, professionalism and ethical practice. I work online and in person in Surbiton. I help adults and adolescents with a variety of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, lack of assertiveness, self-esteem, and grief. I am neurodiversity affirming.
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Victoria Niles
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Hello parents and carers, being a parent can be challenging at times, particularly when you are worried about your child's mental health and well-being.
I am a qualified play therapist offering individual play therapy to children aged 4-12 in my private practice based in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey. I work in a child-centred way and my approach is non-directive. I create a playful safe space for the therapeutic relationship to develop, enabling your child to lead their play towards positive growth and change.
Hello parents and carers, being a parent can be challenging at times, particularly when you are worried about your child's mental health and well-being.
I am a qualified play therapist offering individual play therapy to children aged 4-12 in my private practice based in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey. I work in a child-centred way and my approach is non-directive. I create a playful safe space for the therapeutic relationship to develop, enabling your child to lead their play towards positive growth and change.
020 7870 7823 View 020 7870 7823
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Dr Sarah Hamlyn-Wright
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I work with both children and adults to listen to and explore concerns, whatever they may be, and help make sense of complex issues.
Most of us, at some time or another, will experience difficulties with our thoughts, feelings, behaviour or relationships. Some of us might experience physical symptoms for which our GP can find no organic cause. Almost all of us want to get the most out of life. This is where I can help. I am a Senior Consultant Counselling Psychologist Specialising in Psychotherapy. I am Chartered by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
I work with both children and adults to listen to and explore concerns, whatever they may be, and help make sense of complex issues.
Most of us, at some time or another, will experience difficulties with our thoughts, feelings, behaviour or relationships. Some of us might experience physical symptoms for which our GP can find no organic cause. Almost all of us want to get the most out of life. This is where I can help. I am a Senior Consultant Counselling Psychologist Specialising in Psychotherapy. I am Chartered by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
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David Abrehart
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Finding a good match for a therapist can seem daunting. In consulting with me, I seek to offer you the benefits of my many years' experience with a sensitive and respectful approach.  Whether you are struggling with anxiety or low mood, or feel stuck in a difficult situation, or feel you are not fulfilling your potential, or perhaps have an adolescent son or daughter who you are concerned about, I would value hearing from you.
Finding a good match for a therapist can seem daunting. In consulting with me, I seek to offer you the benefits of my many years' experience with a sensitive and respectful approach.  Whether you are struggling with anxiety or low mood, or feel stuck in a difficult situation, or feel you are not fulfilling your potential, or perhaps have an adolescent son or daughter who you are concerned about, I would value hearing from you.
020 3835 5296 View 020 3835 5296
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Sofia Remountaki
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
I have worked with children, young people, and adults in individual and group settings, with particular experience supporting neurodivergent clients.
Hello, and welcome. I’m a warm and creative psychotherapist based in London, with many years of experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, self-harm, family trauma, experiences related to neurodiversity and other. I offer a safe, understanding space where you can explore your experiences, feel heard, and begin to find clarity, balance, and healing.
I have worked with children, young people, and adults in individual and group settings, with particular experience supporting neurodivergent clients.
Hello, and welcome. I’m a warm and creative psychotherapist based in London, with many years of experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, self-harm, family trauma, experiences related to neurodiversity and other. I offer a safe, understanding space where you can explore your experiences, feel heard, and begin to find clarity, balance, and healing.
020 4572 4218 View 020 4572 4218
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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.
01895 545169 View 01895 545169
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Diana Mukasa
Counsellor, BACP
Online Only
My name is Diana Mukasa, and I am an integrative counsellor dedicated to supporting clients across the lifespan, from childhood through to adulthood. My approach combines various therapeutic techniques to tailor the counselling experience to each individual's unique needs, fostering growth, healing, and resilience.With extensive experience in managing anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, and everyday challenges, I strive to create a safe and empathetic environment where clients feel heard and understood. I believe in the importance of a holistic approach to mental health, addressing not just the symptoms but also the underlying cause.
My name is Diana Mukasa, and I am an integrative counsellor dedicated to supporting clients across the lifespan, from childhood through to adulthood. My approach combines various therapeutic techniques to tailor the counselling experience to each individual's unique needs, fostering growth, healing, and resilience.With extensive experience in managing anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, and everyday challenges, I strive to create a safe and empathetic environment where clients feel heard and understood. I believe in the importance of a holistic approach to mental health, addressing not just the symptoms but also the underlying cause.
020 4572 1825 View 020 4572 1825
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Judith Pearmain
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
My experience includes working in depth with clients who have experienced anxiety, depression, bereavement, childhood trauma, child loss relationship difficulties and that feeling of not being good enough.
It may be that you have something specific you want to talk about, you may want to calm the negative thoughts that are going around your head or you may be looking to find help for someone you care about. Perhaps when you just want someone who will listen to you, a space to off-load where there is no worry about saying the wrong thing, the fear of being judged or where feeling like you are being an imposition. I am here to help you when you are ready to take the next step.
My experience includes working in depth with clients who have experienced anxiety, depression, bereavement, childhood trauma, child loss relationship difficulties and that feeling of not being good enough.
It may be that you have something specific you want to talk about, you may want to calm the negative thoughts that are going around your head or you may be looking to find help for someone you care about. Perhaps when you just want someone who will listen to you, a space to off-load where there is no worry about saying the wrong thing, the fear of being judged or where feeling like you are being an imposition. I am here to help you when you are ready to take the next step.
020 7101 7761 View 020 7101 7761
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Claudia Maschi
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
We all wish for our children to thrive and live life to their full potential.
I am a qualified integrative children and adolescent counsellor/therapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP). I work in private practice and in schools where I support children, parents and staff. I offer in person and online therapy to children and adolescents as well as support parents.
We all wish for our children to thrive and live life to their full potential.
I am a qualified integrative children and adolescent counsellor/therapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP). I work in private practice and in schools where I support children, parents and staff. I offer in person and online therapy to children and adolescents as well as support parents.
020 4538 0498 View 020 4538 0498
Child Counsellors

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 long are sessions with child therapists?

Children’s therapy sessions can last 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes. The length of the session may depend on your child’s age and the type of therapy practiced. You can discuss this with therapists you consult and the one you ultimately move forward with.

How do I get a child to agree to seek therapy?

The best approach is to have an open-ended conversation with your child about how they’re doing and what they might be struggling with. When you raise therapy, discuss the concept in an age-appropriate way, for example explaining that a therapist’s job is to help kids handle their hard or uncomfortable feelings. Frame therapy positively, as an opportunity to explore and build emotional skills—it’s an important tool in the toolbox to help kids feel their best.

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.