Child Counselling in Formby
Hiya, I’m Lennie.
I work with teenagers, young adults, and the grown-ups they’ve become. The ones who never quite fit the mould and are tired of pretending they do. I help teens carve out their identity in a world full of labels while supporting the parents and professionals navigating the chaos with them. Life with the people you care about should be something you enjoy, not just survive. Let’s face it, keeping your head down and pretending everything’s fine won’t get you anywhere. Together, we’ll tackle what you’ve been avoiding, rewrite the rules to suit you, rebuild your confidence, and create a life that finally fits.
Hiya, I’m Lennie.
I work with teenagers, young adults, and the grown-ups they’ve become. The ones who never quite fit the mould and are tired of pretending they do. I help teens carve out their identity in a world full of labels while supporting the parents and professionals navigating the chaos with them. Life with the people you care about should be something you enjoy, not just survive. Let’s face it, keeping your head down and pretending everything’s fine won’t get you anywhere. Together, we’ll tackle what you’ve been avoiding, rewrite the rules to suit you, rebuild your confidence, and create a life that finally fits.
I have over 18 years of experience working with children, young people and adults.
I am now making available time for private practice deploying all the skills I’ve accrued in my 18 year career. I am a BACP accredited therapist, trained in person centred counselling and CBT. I offer a safe space, where I will listen compassionately, share knowledge and strategies, empathise and personalise your therapy, to reflect your needs.
I have over 18 years of experience working with children, young people and adults.
I am now making available time for private practice deploying all the skills I’ve accrued in my 18 year career. I am a BACP accredited therapist, trained in person centred counselling and CBT. I offer a safe space, where I will listen compassionately, share knowledge and strategies, empathise and personalise your therapy, to reflect your needs.
Each of us experience difficulties at some point in our lives and having a confidential, safe place to discuss problems, allows us to share our burdens more readily. Asking for help is a brave step, therefore it is important to me that my clients feel heard and understood. Your problems are unique to you and this requires a flexible, individual approach. I am a fully qualified and experienced psychotherapist, trained in Person-Centred Therapy, I offer a warm, supportive and non-judgemental space for clients, where they can work through their problems, at their pace.
Each of us experience difficulties at some point in our lives and having a confidential, safe place to discuss problems, allows us to share our burdens more readily. Asking for help is a brave step, therefore it is important to me that my clients feel heard and understood. Your problems are unique to you and this requires a flexible, individual approach. I am a fully qualified and experienced psychotherapist, trained in Person-Centred Therapy, I offer a warm, supportive and non-judgemental space for clients, where they can work through their problems, at their pace.
I work in a holistic, intuitive, transpersonal and creative way. I have 20 years of experience and my training in psychotherapy, shamanism, creativity and play therapy enables me to work with all ages in various ways bespoke to the individual. Some people prefer solution focused/coaching others need a more trauma informed approach.
My intention when I work is to support clients so they become more empowered and resilient. To find their voice and expression in the world. To rediscover or unearth their true potential to work towards their goals whether that is more happiness, success, healing family wounds or building confidence.
I work in a holistic, intuitive, transpersonal and creative way. I have 20 years of experience and my training in psychotherapy, shamanism, creativity and play therapy enables me to work with all ages in various ways bespoke to the individual. Some people prefer solution focused/coaching others need a more trauma informed approach.
My intention when I work is to support clients so they become more empowered and resilient. To find their voice and expression in the world. To rediscover or unearth their true potential to work towards their goals whether that is more happiness, success, healing family wounds or building confidence.
Adults, Couples, Teens and Children helping with a variety of issues.
I’ve worked with many issues for adults, couples, teens and children. Difficulties I help with include Depression and Anxiety, Low self esteem, Relationship and Marriage difficulties, Loss and Bereavement , Addiction, Anger Management, Trauma, Bullying, Domestic Violence, Sexual Abuse, infertility and miscarriage.
Adults, Couples, Teens and Children helping with a variety of issues.
I’ve worked with many issues for adults, couples, teens and children. Difficulties I help with include Depression and Anxiety, Low self esteem, Relationship and Marriage difficulties, Loss and Bereavement , Addiction, Anger Management, Trauma, Bullying, Domestic Violence, Sexual Abuse, infertility and miscarriage.
Ex military, now multi skilled therapist. The military provided me with valuable insights and experiences. Vast exposure, witnessing various traumas and mental health impacts highlighted the importance of mental health suport and the benefit of it to others. Having supported others for years through issues such as suicide, abuse, sexual vilence, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, selfharm, neglect, relational conflict, PTSD and the impacts of bereavement I wanted to continue similar support throughy therapy.
Ex military, now multi skilled therapist. The military provided me with valuable insights and experiences. Vast exposure, witnessing various traumas and mental health impacts highlighted the importance of mental health suport and the benefit of it to others. Having supported others for years through issues such as suicide, abuse, sexual vilence, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, selfharm, neglect, relational conflict, PTSD and the impacts of bereavement I wanted to continue similar support throughy therapy.
SW Virtual Psychology- Dr Sophia Williams
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.
Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.
Hi, I'm Dr Damian Wilde, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with several years experience of working with children and adults in the NHS and privately.
My main specialism is psychodynamic psychotherapy. Building up a therapeutic relationship is key. I place great emphasis on this and ensure this is within a warm and compassionate space. I will help people to understand why they're struggling (through formulation), process traumas, and build up self-soothing skills, self-worth, and self-identity.
Hi, I'm Dr Damian Wilde, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with several years experience of working with children and adults in the NHS and privately.
My main specialism is psychodynamic psychotherapy. Building up a therapeutic relationship is key. I place great emphasis on this and ensure this is within a warm and compassionate space. I will help people to understand why they're struggling (through formulation), process traumas, and build up self-soothing skills, self-worth, and self-identity.
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I’m a psychologist working with adults and children, offering a calm, caring space to explore big feelings, challenges, and change.
I offer warm, collaborative therapy for adults and children, face-to-face. I draw from evidence-based approaches to help you build emotional awareness, resilience, and healthier patterns. Together, we explore what’s beneath the surface, at a pace that feels safe, supportive, and genuinely helpful.
I’m a psychologist working with adults and children, offering a calm, caring space to explore big feelings, challenges, and change.
I offer warm, collaborative therapy for adults and children, face-to-face. I draw from evidence-based approaches to help you build emotional awareness, resilience, and healthier patterns. Together, we explore what’s beneath the surface, at a pace that feels safe, supportive, and genuinely helpful.
Hey I'm Hannah! If you've reached this far, then it's likely you are looking for some support in your life with some challenges you may be facing. From general everyday worries to more complex trauma, I am here to support you on your journey no matter how great or small the need.
Hey I'm Hannah! If you've reached this far, then it's likely you are looking for some support in your life with some challenges you may be facing. From general everyday worries to more complex trauma, I am here to support you on your journey no matter how great or small the need.
We are a small team of Psychologists based in Leeds and London, offering both in person and online sessions to children, adults, couples and families.
Our team of Psychologists are trained to support our clients with a wide variety of difficulties, whether that be challenges at school or with friendships, work stress, relationship problems, ADHD, Autism & more. We are also trained in many different types of therapy such as Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic, Compassion focused, Family Therapy & many more
We are a small team of Psychologists based in Leeds and London, offering both in person and online sessions to children, adults, couples and families.
Our team of Psychologists are trained to support our clients with a wide variety of difficulties, whether that be challenges at school or with friendships, work stress, relationship problems, ADHD, Autism & more. We are also trained in many different types of therapy such as Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic, Compassion focused, Family Therapy & many more
We are here to support children, young people and families.
We have a wealth of experience working in this area and have worked with a wide variety of difficulties that people have. Some of the difficulties we work with include: Feeling low, anxiety, grief, difficulties at school, low self-esteem/confidence, trauma, anger, separated families, eating, addictions and much more.
We are here to support children, young people and families.
We have a wealth of experience working in this area and have worked with a wide variety of difficulties that people have. Some of the difficulties we work with include: Feeling low, anxiety, grief, difficulties at school, low self-esteem/confidence, trauma, anger, separated families, eating, addictions and much more.
I have extensive experience of working with children and young people as well as adults, presenting with a diverse range of issues and can incorporate play and art therapy techniques where appropriate in addition to traditional talking therapies.
Finding a counsellor can feel a daunting prospect, especially when feeling at your lowest ebb, navigating life's challenges, difficulties and the painful emotions these can bring. As an integrative therapist I will adapt my therapeutic approach to best suit your needs. I can offer you a safe space to explore these emotions and situations causing you most distress. In developing a trusting therapeutic relationship, we can explore what is impacting your wellbeing most, identify changes you wish to make and set realistic and achievable goals to work towards healing and growth, leaving you feeling empowered, stronger and more confident.
I have extensive experience of working with children and young people as well as adults, presenting with a diverse range of issues and can incorporate play and art therapy techniques where appropriate in addition to traditional talking therapies.
Finding a counsellor can feel a daunting prospect, especially when feeling at your lowest ebb, navigating life's challenges, difficulties and the painful emotions these can bring. As an integrative therapist I will adapt my therapeutic approach to best suit your needs. I can offer you a safe space to explore these emotions and situations causing you most distress. In developing a trusting therapeutic relationship, we can explore what is impacting your wellbeing most, identify changes you wish to make and set realistic and achievable goals to work towards healing and growth, leaving you feeling empowered, stronger and more confident.
I work with children, young people, and adults.
I have experience with anxiety, teens, ADHD, self-esteem, discrimination, harassment, grief, adoption, abuse etc. Also extensive experience with LGBTQ+ people; This includes identity, relationships, internalised homophobia, coming out (or not), sexual identity (including kink Aware etc.) & other issues. I am also a Qualified Clinical Supervisor.
I work with children, young people, and adults.
I have experience with anxiety, teens, ADHD, self-esteem, discrimination, harassment, grief, adoption, abuse etc. Also extensive experience with LGBTQ+ people; This includes identity, relationships, internalised homophobia, coming out (or not), sexual identity (including kink Aware etc.) & other issues. I am also a Qualified Clinical Supervisor.
I work with adults and children.
I have experience within specialist residential settings, frontline social work and within CAMHS services in NHS. I am a therapist for children and my approach combines yoga, breath-work, meditation and use of psychological techniques with the use of sensory input. Using the mind-body connection to soothe the nervous system and regulate emotions.
I work with adults and children.
I have experience within specialist residential settings, frontline social work and within CAMHS services in NHS. I am a therapist for children and my approach combines yoga, breath-work, meditation and use of psychological techniques with the use of sensory input. Using the mind-body connection to soothe the nervous system and regulate emotions.
Are you a parent feeling worried and helpless as your child or teenager struggles with anxiety, low self-esteem, or the overwhelming pressures of school, friendships, and growing up?
An accredited therapist with over 18yrs of experience, I use evidence-based CBT and DBT techniques tailored to your needs.You get a safe space where we work together to build resilience, develop/build coping &emotional regulation skills, strengthen resilience, and restore hope for the future. I offer online therapy that makes you feel seen,heard & supported
Are you a parent feeling worried and helpless as your child or teenager struggles with anxiety, low self-esteem, or the overwhelming pressures of school, friendships, and growing up?
An accredited therapist with over 18yrs of experience, I use evidence-based CBT and DBT techniques tailored to your needs.You get a safe space where we work together to build resilience, develop/build coping &emotional regulation skills, strengthen resilience, and restore hope for the future. I offer online therapy that makes you feel seen,heard & supported
We all know life can get tough at times and we can struggle to see our way through it. Sometimes it helps to talk those experiences or feelings through with someone who can really listen and brings no agenda with them. There are so many reasons to come to therapy difficult times in life, things feeling not quite right, anxiety or depression or things from our past effecting us in the here and now (attachment or trauma). Therapy is a safe, neutral place you can use to explore what is happening for you, and it can support you in deciding how you want to manage or address it and move forward.
We all know life can get tough at times and we can struggle to see our way through it. Sometimes it helps to talk those experiences or feelings through with someone who can really listen and brings no agenda with them. There are so many reasons to come to therapy difficult times in life, things feeling not quite right, anxiety or depression or things from our past effecting us in the here and now (attachment or trauma). Therapy is a safe, neutral place you can use to explore what is happening for you, and it can support you in deciding how you want to manage or address it and move forward.
I am an experienced BABCP accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapist (CBT) and work to help people (including children and young people) who are experiencing a range of issues including generalised anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, and depression, as well as other difficulties.
I work one to one and sessions are usually short term, practical, structured and focus on dealing with current problems rather than uncovering the past. The work aims to help the person identify, understand and change both unhelpful thoughts and behaviours in order to feel better and be able to function more effectively in everyday life.
I am an experienced BABCP accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapist (CBT) and work to help people (including children and young people) who are experiencing a range of issues including generalised anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, and depression, as well as other difficulties.
I work one to one and sessions are usually short term, practical, structured and focus on dealing with current problems rather than uncovering the past. The work aims to help the person identify, understand and change both unhelpful thoughts and behaviours in order to feel better and be able to function more effectively in everyday life.
I am a BACP Accredited counsellor with extensive experience of working with adults, couples, young people and families. Everyone experiences trauma in life and at times it can feel like there is no light at the end of the tunnel. Past and present stresses such as bereavement, abuse, family breakdown, self harming and depression can feel overwhelming and effective counselling can help a person to regain control of his or her life. The relationship between the client and counsellor is paramount to effective therapy. I am qualified, experienced, confidential, good humoured and above all, enthusiastic and dedicated to counselling.
I am a BACP Accredited counsellor with extensive experience of working with adults, couples, young people and families. Everyone experiences trauma in life and at times it can feel like there is no light at the end of the tunnel. Past and present stresses such as bereavement, abuse, family breakdown, self harming and depression can feel overwhelming and effective counselling can help a person to regain control of his or her life. The relationship between the client and counsellor is paramount to effective therapy. I am qualified, experienced, confidential, good humoured and above all, enthusiastic and dedicated to counselling.
I have helped children, young people and their parents and couples work through a range of difficulties including anxiety, low mood/depression, managing challenging behaviour, Autism, anger management, frequent family clashes, the effects of couple tension, bereavement, and conflict in relationships.
I work with people helping them to think about how they communicate with others and how certain behaviours can be problematic in relationships. My main aim is to help people find new ways of communicating their thoughts and feelings so that loved ones can help them get through their difficulties, because communication is not always a simple process.
I have helped children, young people and their parents and couples work through a range of difficulties including anxiety, low mood/depression, managing challenging behaviour, Autism, anger management, frequent family clashes, the effects of couple tension, bereavement, and conflict in relationships.
I work with people helping them to think about how they communicate with others and how certain behaviours can be problematic in relationships. My main aim is to help people find new ways of communicating their thoughts and feelings so that loved ones can help them get through their difficulties, because communication is not always a simple process.
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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.