Counselling for Children in Ipswich
For 25 years I have mainly worked with children and teenagers, but I also welcome working with adults.
For adults it is a chance to unlock those painful memories that we may have buried and begin the healing process. Therapy shouldn’t be scary, and I always try to bring warmth and humour into the work I do. I feel strongly that we all deserve a little nurturing occasionally and feeling at ease with your therapist is essential for the healing process.
For 25 years I have mainly worked with children and teenagers, but I also welcome working with adults.
For adults it is a chance to unlock those painful memories that we may have buried and begin the healing process. Therapy shouldn’t be scary, and I always try to bring warmth and humour into the work I do. I feel strongly that we all deserve a little nurturing occasionally and feeling at ease with your therapist is essential for the healing process.
We help children, adolescents and adults with a range of mental health struggles.
Our specialism is child and adolescent care, however we do work with all ages. A huge part of our work ethos is to support parents and family members of those with mental health struggles and we offer free support services to them.
We help children, adolescents and adults with a range of mental health struggles.
Our specialism is child and adolescent care, however we do work with all ages. A huge part of our work ethos is to support parents and family members of those with mental health struggles and we offer free support services to them.
My ideal client is someone seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and their emotional landscape. They may be dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or life transitions that leave them feeling overwhelmed and isolated. Their primary needs include a safe, non-judgmental space to express their thoughts and feelings, guidance in navigating their struggles, and tools to cultivate resilience and personal growth. Their goals focus on achieving greater emotional well-being, building healthier relationships, and developing effective coping strategies. Ultimately, they wish to feel understood.
My ideal client is someone seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and their emotional landscape. They may be dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or life transitions that leave them feeling overwhelmed and isolated. Their primary needs include a safe, non-judgmental space to express their thoughts and feelings, guidance in navigating their struggles, and tools to cultivate resilience and personal growth. Their goals focus on achieving greater emotional well-being, building healthier relationships, and developing effective coping strategies. Ultimately, they wish to feel understood.
I am a BACP accredited therapist, and I specialise in therapy for families, children and young people.
With long waiting lists for help from government services, I understand the need for immediate support and advice. I can offer advice to parents, enabling you to support your child as best you can, and work directly with children/young people to help them face the challenges/issues they are experiencing.
I am a BACP accredited therapist, and I specialise in therapy for families, children and young people.
With long waiting lists for help from government services, I understand the need for immediate support and advice. I can offer advice to parents, enabling you to support your child as best you can, and work directly with children/young people to help them face the challenges/issues they are experiencing.
I’m Kinsley, I work with children from the ages of 4, using both talking & creative play based therapy.
Being a parent can be challenging, it can also be lonely. As an ADHD Mother of 5 children, with Tourettes, Autism, Pathological demand avoidant profile & ADHD, I have first hand experience of the difficulties Parenting can throw at us. I offer a friendly, trusting and non judgemental space to discuss the challenges you’re facing.
I’m Kinsley, I work with children from the ages of 4, using both talking & creative play based therapy.
Being a parent can be challenging, it can also be lonely. As an ADHD Mother of 5 children, with Tourettes, Autism, Pathological demand avoidant profile & ADHD, I have first hand experience of the difficulties Parenting can throw at us. I offer a friendly, trusting and non judgemental space to discuss the challenges you’re facing.
I am a psychoanalytically informed Psychotherapist and Couples Therapist working with individuals ( children and adults) and couples with a view to either long-term or short-term solution focused therapy.
My approach is integrative allowing flexibility and fluidity depending on the needs and experiences of the individual client and the direction with which they wish their therapy to take. I am committed to the view that everyone is unique and that different styles of therapy work for different people.
I am a psychoanalytically informed Psychotherapist and Couples Therapist working with individuals ( children and adults) and couples with a view to either long-term or short-term solution focused therapy.
My approach is integrative allowing flexibility and fluidity depending on the needs and experiences of the individual client and the direction with which they wish their therapy to take. I am committed to the view that everyone is unique and that different styles of therapy work for different people.
A Masters level psychodynamically trained counsellor, who specialises in working with neurotypical and neurodivergent Children and Young People who have experienced Trauma and Abuse during their life journey.
When life is a challenge and we feel alone or unsupported, it is my belief that we can all find our 'place of peace'. Sometimes we simply need to connect with the 'right person' for a period of time to re-align our thoughts and feelings. If we can calm our inner self we can give ourselves an opportunity to navigate an alternative pathway to the one that we have found ourselves to be on.
A Masters level psychodynamically trained counsellor, who specialises in working with neurotypical and neurodivergent Children and Young People who have experienced Trauma and Abuse during their life journey.
When life is a challenge and we feel alone or unsupported, it is my belief that we can all find our 'place of peace'. Sometimes we simply need to connect with the 'right person' for a period of time to re-align our thoughts and feelings. If we can calm our inner self we can give ourselves an opportunity to navigate an alternative pathway to the one that we have found ourselves to be on.
I am a BACP Accredited Person-Centred Practitioner and Supervisor with more than 20 years experience and 20,000 hours of clinical practice. When we are thinking about accessing counselling therapy, it can be tricky to know how to proceed especially if we have had a poor prior experience or if this is a new venture. Practitioners need to be mindful that each person is an individual snd need to feel valued as such if they are to find - through therapy - what it is they would like to achieve for themselves. It can be difficult to know what we may want from this process but, often having such a want is enough to spur us on.
I am a BACP Accredited Person-Centred Practitioner and Supervisor with more than 20 years experience and 20,000 hours of clinical practice. When we are thinking about accessing counselling therapy, it can be tricky to know how to proceed especially if we have had a poor prior experience or if this is a new venture. Practitioners need to be mindful that each person is an individual snd need to feel valued as such if they are to find - through therapy - what it is they would like to achieve for themselves. It can be difficult to know what we may want from this process but, often having such a want is enough to spur us on.
Counselling will provide a safe and non-judgemental space that is separate from everyday life where you will be able to talk about your emotional difficulties to a trained professional enabling you to discover the roots of your worries. My integrative approach will enable us to discover together your current difficulties giving you back some control over your mental health.
Counselling will provide a safe and non-judgemental space that is separate from everyday life where you will be able to talk about your emotional difficulties to a trained professional enabling you to discover the roots of your worries. My integrative approach will enable us to discover together your current difficulties giving you back some control over your mental health.
Laurie is a registered mental health nurse and accredited cognitive behavioural therapist. He also has specialist qualifications in child and adolescent mental health, EMDR, and NLP. Laurie is the author of the book Cool Connections With CBT (Published by Jessica Kingsley) and has a wide range of experience supporting both adults and young people. Before qualifying as a nurse in 1997, he gained a wide range of experience working for with both adults and children in a number of different residential, hospitals, and school settings.
Laurie is a registered mental health nurse and accredited cognitive behavioural therapist. He also has specialist qualifications in child and adolescent mental health, EMDR, and NLP. Laurie is the author of the book Cool Connections With CBT (Published by Jessica Kingsley) and has a wide range of experience supporting both adults and young people. Before qualifying as a nurse in 1997, he gained a wide range of experience working for with both adults and children in a number of different residential, hospitals, and school settings.
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I work with children, adults and couples.
Grounded in the person-centred approach, I collaborate gently with my clients, moving at their pace to foster an empathetic and authentic understanding of their experiences. I aim to work mindfully, prioritising my client's well-being while helping them reach their insights and conclusions. I also offer one-off solution-focused counselling and EMDR therapy.
I work with children, adults and couples.
Grounded in the person-centred approach, I collaborate gently with my clients, moving at their pace to foster an empathetic and authentic understanding of their experiences. I aim to work mindfully, prioritising my client's well-being while helping them reach their insights and conclusions. I also offer one-off solution-focused counselling and EMDR therapy.
For over 10 years, I have been working in the NHS, educational settings, and in private practice helping children, young people and adults recover from emotional difficulties such as Attachment issues, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD and the impact of Trauma/Developmental Trauma.
My specialism is in supporting Adults, adolescents, children and parents. I provide evidence-based approaches such as Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and EMDR Therapy, depending on the individual's needs and preferences. I aim to build an accepting and trusting relationship, encouraging exploration of your current/past difficulties and relationships.
For over 10 years, I have been working in the NHS, educational settings, and in private practice helping children, young people and adults recover from emotional difficulties such as Attachment issues, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD and the impact of Trauma/Developmental Trauma.
My specialism is in supporting Adults, adolescents, children and parents. I provide evidence-based approaches such as Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and EMDR Therapy, depending on the individual's needs and preferences. I aim to build an accepting and trusting relationship, encouraging exploration of your current/past difficulties and relationships.
Does something not feel quite right, but you can’t yet pinpoint why? You're feeling frustrated, disconnected or stuck in unhelpful patterns? I work with people who are willing to stay curious, even when therapy feels challenging. As a neurodivergent therapist, I bring intuition, warmth and deep care to the work. I won’t force meaning or assume I know you better than you know yourself. Together, we build trust and safety, making space to explore difficult emotions and move towards greater understanding, clarity and change.
Does something not feel quite right, but you can’t yet pinpoint why? You're feeling frustrated, disconnected or stuck in unhelpful patterns? I work with people who are willing to stay curious, even when therapy feels challenging. As a neurodivergent therapist, I bring intuition, warmth and deep care to the work. I won’t force meaning or assume I know you better than you know yourself. Together, we build trust and safety, making space to explore difficult emotions and move towards greater understanding, clarity and change.
I am also happy working with children and adolescents
I can help you both from a Cognitive Analytic Therapy perspective and other approaches, such as EMDR, as needed. I am also interested in holistic approaches alongside, to be able to form a team around the individual. I have experience in pain management too. I will walk alongside you as we build a shared understanding of the path you are on.
I am also happy working with children and adolescents
I can help you both from a Cognitive Analytic Therapy perspective and other approaches, such as EMDR, as needed. I am also interested in holistic approaches alongside, to be able to form a team around the individual. I have experience in pain management too. I will walk alongside you as we build a shared understanding of the path you are on.
Whether you are navigating a late ADHD/Autism diagnosis, struggling with body image, or seeking support for your child or teenager, I am here to help you move from "just surviving" to feeling grounded.
I am psychotherapist, which means we look beneath the surface. For adults, this involves exploring how past experiences shape current feelings and relationships. For children (ages 4-12), I use play-based therapy—including sand tray and art because children often show us what they cannot yet say. My practice is neuroaffirmative and sensory aware.
Whether you are navigating a late ADHD/Autism diagnosis, struggling with body image, or seeking support for your child or teenager, I am here to help you move from "just surviving" to feeling grounded.
I am psychotherapist, which means we look beneath the surface. For adults, this involves exploring how past experiences shape current feelings and relationships. For children (ages 4-12), I use play-based therapy—including sand tray and art because children often show us what they cannot yet say. My practice is neuroaffirmative and sensory aware.
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When they occur, partners, children or indeed the family or even friends might be affected and become involved in some way, and this has a knock-on effect on us as well as others.
Family therapy supports anyone experiencing the challenges that relationships can bring, exploring the wider issues around dilemmas to bring about change without blame. There is no magic panacea for "fixing" relationships, but we can understand ourselves better, our experiences and how they impact others and then choose how we move forwards from now on.
When they occur, partners, children or indeed the family or even friends might be affected and become involved in some way, and this has a knock-on effect on us as well as others.
Family therapy supports anyone experiencing the challenges that relationships can bring, exploring the wider issues around dilemmas to bring about change without blame. There is no magic panacea for "fixing" relationships, but we can understand ourselves better, our experiences and how they impact others and then choose how we move forwards from now on.
How you feel about yourself and your worth can impact on you every day and in every relationship. You may have difficulties with family members or in friendships and more personal relationships. You may find it difficult to voice your needs. Reflecting on how we are with others and with our self can be revealing and bring about change. This can help you to be more present and involved in your life. These thoughts and feelings didn’t develop overnight and I provide you with a confidential space to support you in this exploration for lasting change.
How you feel about yourself and your worth can impact on you every day and in every relationship. You may have difficulties with family members or in friendships and more personal relationships. You may find it difficult to voice your needs. Reflecting on how we are with others and with our self can be revealing and bring about change. This can help you to be more present and involved in your life. These thoughts and feelings didn’t develop overnight and I provide you with a confidential space to support you in this exploration for lasting change.
Dr Louise Watson @ DLW Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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Bury Saint Edmunds IP33
I am a fully qualified and experienced Clinical Psychologist, registered with the Health Care Professionals Council (HCPC). I am able to provide high-quality, experienced, evidence-based assessments and interventions to support people of all ages, for a range of presenting difficulties. My experience has included working with people who experience a range of emotional difficulties such as low mood, anxiety (including obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, and generalised anxiety), post-traumatic stress, low self-esteem, personality disorders, attachment difficulties and complex trauma.
I am a fully qualified and experienced Clinical Psychologist, registered with the Health Care Professionals Council (HCPC). I am able to provide high-quality, experienced, evidence-based assessments and interventions to support people of all ages, for a range of presenting difficulties. My experience has included working with people who experience a range of emotional difficulties such as low mood, anxiety (including obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, and generalised anxiety), post-traumatic stress, low self-esteem, personality disorders, attachment difficulties and complex trauma.
My name is Jodie, and I offer creative, client-led counselling sessions for children and young people who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with big emotions.
I feel that counselling is most successful when there is a good, trusting relationship between the client and the counsellor, this is my priority when starting with a new client. I don’t aim to “fix” the child, but instead to help them build confidence, discover their own strengths, and develop tools they can use to manage their feelings.
My name is Jodie, and I offer creative, client-led counselling sessions for children and young people who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with big emotions.
I feel that counselling is most successful when there is a good, trusting relationship between the client and the counsellor, this is my priority when starting with a new client. I don’t aim to “fix” the child, but instead to help them build confidence, discover their own strengths, and develop tools they can use to manage their feelings.
I am a highly experienced Person Centred registered counsellor Accredited with the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists, working with children, young people and young adults.
I work in a sensitive manner enabling me to use different therapeutic approaches to suit individual personalities and presenting issues therefore treating each client as unique. When working with younger clients I work creatively with art, toys, puppets and sand tray which can help express and understand their feelings easier than solely talking therapy.
I am a highly experienced Person Centred registered counsellor Accredited with the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists, working with children, young people and young adults.
I work in a sensitive manner enabling me to use different therapeutic approaches to suit individual personalities and presenting issues therefore treating each client as unique. When working with younger clients I work creatively with art, toys, puppets and sand tray which can help express and understand their feelings easier than solely talking therapy.
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FAQ - About Child Therapy
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.