Child Counselling in Leamington Spa, ENG

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Catherine Healy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV31
I enjoy working with children and adolescents and have a solid network of professionals to support work with complex mental health, behavioural and neurogical presentations.
Specialist cognitive behavioural and integrative psychotherapy solutions for children, young people and adults - WCPS is run by me, Cat Healy, a therapist who works with a fresh and imaginative approach to psychotherapy. At the heart of therapy is the relationship between you; the client, and me; the therapist. When we work together, we can achieve. I have worked in the mental health arena for 14 years and have a high level of expertise in mental health and child development. Previously worked as a locum senior mental health practitioner and therapist for CAMHS. I am a university lecturer teaching CBT and psychotherapy.
I enjoy working with children and adolescents and have a solid network of professionals to support work with complex mental health, behavioural and neurogical presentations.
Specialist cognitive behavioural and integrative psychotherapy solutions for children, young people and adults - WCPS is run by me, Cat Healy, a therapist who works with a fresh and imaginative approach to psychotherapy. At the heart of therapy is the relationship between you; the client, and me; the therapist. When we work together, we can achieve. I have worked in the mental health arena for 14 years and have a high level of expertise in mental health and child development. Previously worked as a locum senior mental health practitioner and therapist for CAMHS. I am a university lecturer teaching CBT and psychotherapy.
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Louise Baya
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV32
I'm a Person-centered counsellor working in private practice based in Leamington Spa, Rugby and Stratford-Upon-Avon. I'm an experienced and fully qualified counsellor who is a registered BACP member. I found my own personal experience of therapy to be life changing, which led me to want help others. Prior to my counselling career, I have worked for many years with children, young people, families and vulnerable adults. I supported and assisted individuals to improve their mental, physical well-being and to live independently.
I'm a Person-centered counsellor working in private practice based in Leamington Spa, Rugby and Stratford-Upon-Avon. I'm an experienced and fully qualified counsellor who is a registered BACP member. I found my own personal experience of therapy to be life changing, which led me to want help others. Prior to my counselling career, I have worked for many years with children, young people, families and vulnerable adults. I supported and assisted individuals to improve their mental, physical well-being and to live independently.
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Aman Johal
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV32
I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and EMDR practitioner and I work with children and adults experiencing a range of conditions and emotional disorders, including depression, anxiety, self harm and low self esteem.
Hi I'm Aman. Welcome to my page. I understand it can take immense courage to engage in therapy to confront emotional pain and distress. I know it is common to avoid anxiety provoking situations to stop those painful feelings from arising. However, this can be adverse for you in the long term. I offer Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy which will give you the opportunity to identify and challenge negative patterns of thoughts and behaviours. I can enable you to learn new strategies so you manage your distress and life situations better.
I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and EMDR practitioner and I work with children and adults experiencing a range of conditions and emotional disorders, including depression, anxiety, self harm and low self esteem.
Hi I'm Aman. Welcome to my page. I understand it can take immense courage to engage in therapy to confront emotional pain and distress. I know it is common to avoid anxiety provoking situations to stop those painful feelings from arising. However, this can be adverse for you in the long term. I offer Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy which will give you the opportunity to identify and challenge negative patterns of thoughts and behaviours. I can enable you to learn new strategies so you manage your distress and life situations better.
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Mindsight Autism Services
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV31
We offer a 30-minute telephone consultation to determine whether an Autism/ADHD assessment would be appropriate for you/your child.
Are you considering whether it would be helpful for you/your child to be assessed for Autism or ADHD? Have you noticed difficulties at school, home or work and are wondering if these could be linked to a neurodivergence? If so, then we can help you. Mindsight Autism Services is formed by Dr Victoria Perry (Chartered Clinical Psychologist) and Shelley Natt (Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist). We offer comprehensive, NICE guidelines compliant Autism and ADHD Assessments for children and adults using gold standard assessment tools and our specialist expertise.
We offer a 30-minute telephone consultation to determine whether an Autism/ADHD assessment would be appropriate for you/your child.
Are you considering whether it would be helpful for you/your child to be assessed for Autism or ADHD? Have you noticed difficulties at school, home or work and are wondering if these could be linked to a neurodivergence? If so, then we can help you. Mindsight Autism Services is formed by Dr Victoria Perry (Chartered Clinical Psychologist) and Shelley Natt (Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist). We offer comprehensive, NICE guidelines compliant Autism and ADHD Assessments for children and adults using gold standard assessment tools and our specialist expertise.
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Helen Andrews
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV32
Sometimes I work just with parents, sometimes 1:1 with the child and sometimes with the whole family.
I specialise in working with children & their families, particularly young children. Parents contact me because they are concerned about their child's behaviour or development, sometimes they can see that their child is worried, cross or seems sad. Often parents have questions about how best to respond to their child in different situations, or want to learn more about different parenting approaches. Parents also worry about relationships within the family; whether they feel as close to their child as they thought they would, or whether difficult times have put a strain on relationships. These are all good reasons to get in touch.
Sometimes I work just with parents, sometimes 1:1 with the child and sometimes with the whole family.
I specialise in working with children & their families, particularly young children. Parents contact me because they are concerned about their child's behaviour or development, sometimes they can see that their child is worried, cross or seems sad. Often parents have questions about how best to respond to their child in different situations, or want to learn more about different parenting approaches. Parents also worry about relationships within the family; whether they feel as close to their child as they thought they would, or whether difficult times have put a strain on relationships. These are all good reasons to get in touch.
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Fiona Adams
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV31
I work with adult clients, young adults and for primary children using creative, play, and adaption of CBT for younger children.
Hello and welcome. Sometimes life just doesn't go the way we would like it to go, with the everyday struggles that can sometimes just feel too much. At times the challenges of life can make us feel out of control, leaving us feeling lost, anxious, scared, depressed or even angry. At Footsteps counselling, I offer a safe and confidential space that will allow you to work through your struggles and explore your thoughts and feelings in a calm, confidential and supportive setting. I can help you to gain insight and understanding on what it is that may be making you feel the way you do, and help you through those difficult times.
I work with adult clients, young adults and for primary children using creative, play, and adaption of CBT for younger children.
Hello and welcome. Sometimes life just doesn't go the way we would like it to go, with the everyday struggles that can sometimes just feel too much. At times the challenges of life can make us feel out of control, leaving us feeling lost, anxious, scared, depressed or even angry. At Footsteps counselling, I offer a safe and confidential space that will allow you to work through your struggles and explore your thoughts and feelings in a calm, confidential and supportive setting. I can help you to gain insight and understanding on what it is that may be making you feel the way you do, and help you through those difficult times.
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Heather Shipley
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV31
I am a highly qualified Clinical Supervisor and Counsellor who is passionate about supporting my clients. My aim is to create a trusting, safe and comfortable space for you to be able to express your concerns. By combining my variety of skills and experience, I am able to tailor my therapy to suit your needs. I have experience with children and adolescents (Cover Teacher and Nurture Lead, charities, social services, adoption services), as well as extensive work with adults in my private practice and working with an employee assistance programme.
I am a highly qualified Clinical Supervisor and Counsellor who is passionate about supporting my clients. My aim is to create a trusting, safe and comfortable space for you to be able to express your concerns. By combining my variety of skills and experience, I am able to tailor my therapy to suit your needs. I have experience with children and adolescents (Cover Teacher and Nurture Lead, charities, social services, adoption services), as well as extensive work with adults in my private practice and working with an employee assistance programme.
01789 331153 View 01789 331153
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Maisie Matthews Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leamington Spa CV31
Working with children and young people I have found it is useful to use arts to keep it engaging and allow them a voice when they do not know what to say.
I am a young people’s counsellor, working with clients aged 13-30. We all experience life differently, not one person’s life is the same as another. You may be experiencing anxiety at school or work. Worrying about upcoming deadlines or exams. You may have uncertainty about who you are and feel or think negatively about yourself. You may be feeling burnout and want to build a good work/life balance. It can be hard to recognise and manage everything on our own. I can offer you a confidential, non-judgemental space to feel heard. Together we can identify your triggers and develop coping strategies to help you face your challenges.
Working with children and young people I have found it is useful to use arts to keep it engaging and allow them a voice when they do not know what to say.
I am a young people’s counsellor, working with clients aged 13-30. We all experience life differently, not one person’s life is the same as another. You may be experiencing anxiety at school or work. Worrying about upcoming deadlines or exams. You may have uncertainty about who you are and feel or think negatively about yourself. You may be feeling burnout and want to build a good work/life balance. It can be hard to recognise and manage everything on our own. I can offer you a confidential, non-judgemental space to feel heard. Together we can identify your triggers and develop coping strategies to help you face your challenges.
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Nilam Gill
Counsellor, MBBS, MBACP
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV31
This may include developing better self-care so you able to attend to the complex needs of your child.
Time4Hope has been established during my 18 years of working with parent/carers who have children/young people with Complex, Profound, Autistic and Life Limited Disabilities. My goal during counselling is to reduce the severe distress often experienced by parents, when trying to meet their children's high and challenging needs. Counselling can identify the causes of pressures and develop new strategies to build stronger resilience. I also counsel children and adults with a range of struggles such as low-self esteem and confidence. Together we will explore the experiences that have created this and undo unhelpful patterns.
This may include developing better self-care so you able to attend to the complex needs of your child.
Time4Hope has been established during my 18 years of working with parent/carers who have children/young people with Complex, Profound, Autistic and Life Limited Disabilities. My goal during counselling is to reduce the severe distress often experienced by parents, when trying to meet their children's high and challenging needs. Counselling can identify the causes of pressures and develop new strategies to build stronger resilience. I also counsel children and adults with a range of struggles such as low-self esteem and confidence. Together we will explore the experiences that have created this and undo unhelpful patterns.
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Sasha Hvidsten
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV32
I am a child and adolescent psychiatrist and see patients for concerns such as ADHD, autism and Tourettes / tic disorders. I work with a team of nurses and therapists to deliver a holistic approach to suit your needs. We have a clinic within a period property in the worcestershire countryside that is quiet and relaxing. We offer assessment and treatment, for autism, ADHD, anxiety and depression, Tics and Tourette's, The correct diagnosis is really important in order to get the right help. Our support doesn't end with diagnosis - we are here until you don't need us anymore.
I am a child and adolescent psychiatrist and see patients for concerns such as ADHD, autism and Tourettes / tic disorders. I work with a team of nurses and therapists to deliver a holistic approach to suit your needs. We have a clinic within a period property in the worcestershire countryside that is quiet and relaxing. We offer assessment and treatment, for autism, ADHD, anxiety and depression, Tics and Tourette's, The correct diagnosis is really important in order to get the right help. Our support doesn't end with diagnosis - we are here until you don't need us anymore.
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Everest Clinic - ADHD and Autism Assessment Centre
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV32
Our comprehensive assessments for ADHD and Autism, for children, adults and specific for women, use a series of evidence-based and innovative techniques to ensure the most accurate results and the best treatment for you.
www.everestclinic.co.uk - We are a private psychology clinic dedicated to ADHD and Autism testing, diagnostics and treatment. At Everest Clinic we understand how challenging is the journey to a diagnosis, and how important is to find the right care for individuals and families struggling with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We recognise and treat each client as unique and special. That's why our team of experienced Clinicians is dedicated to delivering detailed and accurate testing and diagnostic services tailored to your specific needs.
Our comprehensive assessments for ADHD and Autism, for children, adults and specific for women, use a series of evidence-based and innovative techniques to ensure the most accurate results and the best treatment for you.
www.everestclinic.co.uk - We are a private psychology clinic dedicated to ADHD and Autism testing, diagnostics and treatment. At Everest Clinic we understand how challenging is the journey to a diagnosis, and how important is to find the right care for individuals and families struggling with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We recognise and treat each client as unique and special. That's why our team of experienced Clinicians is dedicated to delivering detailed and accurate testing and diagnostic services tailored to your specific needs.
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Dr Alice Morey
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leamington Spa CV31
As an accredited Clinical Psychologist, I am passionate about supporting people’s mental wellbeing. I have 10 years of experience in psychological services, and more recently I have worked in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), Great Ormond Street Hospital and Birmingham Children’s Hospital. I am particularly dedicated to working with children and adolescents, people who are neurodivergent, and those with chronic illness. I can offer therapy to people of all ages, including adults, children (and parents) and adolescents.
As an accredited Clinical Psychologist, I am passionate about supporting people’s mental wellbeing. I have 10 years of experience in psychological services, and more recently I have worked in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), Great Ormond Street Hospital and Birmingham Children’s Hospital. I am particularly dedicated to working with children and adolescents, people who are neurodivergent, and those with chronic illness. I can offer therapy to people of all ages, including adults, children (and parents) and adolescents.
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Julia Twynholm
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV31
As such, we will work together on what it is that matters to you and/or children and on understanding what barriers are in place and how to overcome them.
We all get stuck, lost and don't know which path to take at times. We often then get into patterns to help us manage, we stop doing things that make us anxious, we drink or eat more for example, but these behaviours don't always connect with the person we want to be or the life we want to live. I want to help you to get back to the things that matter to you. I offer 1:1 online and The Space to Be outdoor therapy groups to children, young people and adults. Nature is a powerful ally in therapy and having fun and creating provides opportunities to learn skills that can positively impact on your day to day life now and future growth.
As such, we will work together on what it is that matters to you and/or children and on understanding what barriers are in place and how to overcome them.
We all get stuck, lost and don't know which path to take at times. We often then get into patterns to help us manage, we stop doing things that make us anxious, we drink or eat more for example, but these behaviours don't always connect with the person we want to be or the life we want to live. I want to help you to get back to the things that matter to you. I offer 1:1 online and The Space to Be outdoor therapy groups to children, young people and adults. Nature is a powerful ally in therapy and having fun and creating provides opportunities to learn skills that can positively impact on your day to day life now and future growth.
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Inspire To Achieve
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leamington Spa CV31
I have had the privilege of providing a counselling service for the past 10 years, working therapeutically with children, young people and adults.
As an experienced qualified counsellor, I am passionate about establishing a professional therapeutic relationship. I feel this connection enables us to build trust and work collaboratively to explore the difficulties you may be experiencing. A fundamental component of my work is to support clients to find inner peace and balance in life. Also to explore your current situation, find acceptance and bring about meaningful change. Through a process of growth, self-awareness and self-discovery together we can achieve your goals.
I have had the privilege of providing a counselling service for the past 10 years, working therapeutically with children, young people and adults.
As an experienced qualified counsellor, I am passionate about establishing a professional therapeutic relationship. I feel this connection enables us to build trust and work collaboratively to explore the difficulties you may be experiencing. A fundamental component of my work is to support clients to find inner peace and balance in life. Also to explore your current situation, find acceptance and bring about meaningful change. Through a process of growth, self-awareness and self-discovery together we can achieve your goals.
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Bright Futures Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV31
Specialising in working with young people aged 11-18 years. Counselling Service for Young People, Adults and Couples in Stratford Upon Avon and Leamington Spa. Nicky Adams MBACP, BA(Hons), MNCS (Acc). Counsellor / Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I am a fully qualified, registered and insured Counsellor. DBS checked. If life is a struggle right now, get in touch and we can work together to make life happier.. I am an integrative therapist, working in a solution / client centred way using a range of approaches including CBT and Mindfulness to help relieve your emotional distress.
Specialising in working with young people aged 11-18 years. Counselling Service for Young People, Adults and Couples in Stratford Upon Avon and Leamington Spa. Nicky Adams MBACP, BA(Hons), MNCS (Acc). Counsellor / Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I am a fully qualified, registered and insured Counsellor. DBS checked. If life is a struggle right now, get in touch and we can work together to make life happier.. I am an integrative therapist, working in a solution / client centred way using a range of approaches including CBT and Mindfulness to help relieve your emotional distress.
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Karen McDonald. Arts Psychotherapist - Dramatherapist
MA
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV31
I offer a safe, empathic, & open creative space for people of all ages and from all walks of life. Dramatherapy offers a unique creative psychotherapy. You will have the freedom to communicate in different ways, find your own way of working and access your inner resources. I will keep you safe and provide a range of creative therapeutic approaches which meet your needs as a whole person, help you develop the internal skills to manage pain & distress, and offer opportunities for change. It’s a privilege to work alongside and guide people as they express themselves, explore their difficulties and find their own path of healing.
I offer a safe, empathic, & open creative space for people of all ages and from all walks of life. Dramatherapy offers a unique creative psychotherapy. You will have the freedom to communicate in different ways, find your own way of working and access your inner resources. I will keep you safe and provide a range of creative therapeutic approaches which meet your needs as a whole person, help you develop the internal skills to manage pain & distress, and offer opportunities for change. It’s a privilege to work alongside and guide people as they express themselves, explore their difficulties and find their own path of healing.
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Sarah Broadley - Therapy Services
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV33
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about offering therapeutic support to anyone who finds themselves feeling stuck, confused, conflicted, whereby extra support feels helpful. We all deserve the opportunity for additional support - even more so in the tricky times we find ourselves in. I will provide you with a non-judgemental, trusting and compassionate space to explore difficulties and the options that might be available to you, alongside helping you gain a better understanding of yourself.
I am passionate about offering therapeutic support to anyone who finds themselves feeling stuck, confused, conflicted, whereby extra support feels helpful. We all deserve the opportunity for additional support - even more so in the tricky times we find ourselves in. I will provide you with a non-judgemental, trusting and compassionate space to explore difficulties and the options that might be available to you, alongside helping you gain a better understanding of yourself.
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Alison Suzanne Oliver
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV31
Client's will be able to understand the historical and systemic influences to their problems and to find ways to create change both for themselves and others that they associate with. Many of my client's also have unresolved trauma that influences their day to day interactions, relationships, psychological state and/or physical health. They would hope to be able to make sense of both their mood and beliefs but to also be able to find ways to reprocess or clear any related trauma, make sense of associated anxiety, stress, behaviours and negative beliefs, to find ways to manage, think and behave differently and find new strengths.
Client's will be able to understand the historical and systemic influences to their problems and to find ways to create change both for themselves and others that they associate with. Many of my client's also have unresolved trauma that influences their day to day interactions, relationships, psychological state and/or physical health. They would hope to be able to make sense of both their mood and beliefs but to also be able to find ways to reprocess or clear any related trauma, make sense of associated anxiety, stress, behaviours and negative beliefs, to find ways to manage, think and behave differently and find new strengths.
01926 569078 View 01926 569078
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Liz Silverston
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV31
So I have a young person aged 15. There is evidence of self harm and 2 overdoses -neither life threatening but a call for ' I need help and to be listened to'. I need to look at where these issues are coming from, is there intent to commit suicide, give that young person tools and strategies for doing something differently when there is a possibility for further self harm. They want an alternative so we look at triggers, noticing what is happening inside their body, what their negative automatic thoughts are, We set SMART goals, from something very small -they need to be able to achieve the goals, and then increase these slowly.
So I have a young person aged 15. There is evidence of self harm and 2 overdoses -neither life threatening but a call for ' I need help and to be listened to'. I need to look at where these issues are coming from, is there intent to commit suicide, give that young person tools and strategies for doing something differently when there is a possibility for further self harm. They want an alternative so we look at triggers, noticing what is happening inside their body, what their negative automatic thoughts are, We set SMART goals, from something very small -they need to be able to achieve the goals, and then increase these slowly.
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Dr Amy Hammon
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Leamington Spa CV32
I’m a HCPC-registered Chartered Counselling Psychologist & EMDR therapist providing talking therapy for adults. I specialise in helping people who have had traumatic experiences, but I can also help with a range of problems including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and perinatal mental health. I provide a safe, confidential space and help you to make sense of your experiences and find workable, sustainable ways to move forward. My aim is to help you create meaningful change in your life. Each person has their own story so my approach is tailored to you, rather than attempting a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy.
I’m a HCPC-registered Chartered Counselling Psychologist & EMDR therapist providing talking therapy for adults. I specialise in helping people who have had traumatic experiences, but I can also help with a range of problems including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and perinatal mental health. I provide a safe, confidential space and help you to make sense of your experiences and find workable, sustainable ways to move forward. My aim is to help you create meaningful change in your life. Each person has their own story so my approach is tailored to you, rather than attempting a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy.
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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Leamington Spa, ENG provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in Leamington Spa build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.