Counselling for Children in Leeds

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Dr Cheryl J Taylor
Psychotherapist, PhD, BACP
Serves Area
Having worked in the NHS for over fifteen years; I specialise in Psychiatric care and Neurodiversity. As a Neurodivergent therapist, I have found from practice and my research, which evidences Neurodivergent Affirming Therapy; strong therapeutic alliance with my patients; there's reassurance, safety and a sense of belonging when working with someone who actually gets you! I have worked hard to ensure therapy caters to and adapts to our brains! Techniques such as eye contact, open questions, long silences, often made me and my patients want to run away, perpetuating a belief of hopelessness and helplessness.
Having worked in the NHS for over fifteen years; I specialise in Psychiatric care and Neurodiversity. As a Neurodivergent therapist, I have found from practice and my research, which evidences Neurodivergent Affirming Therapy; strong therapeutic alliance with my patients; there's reassurance, safety and a sense of belonging when working with someone who actually gets you! I have worked hard to ensure therapy caters to and adapts to our brains! Techniques such as eye contact, open questions, long silences, often made me and my patients want to run away, perpetuating a belief of hopelessness and helplessness.
01226 449328 View 01226 449328
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Anna Kurzatkowska-Bailey
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with children and adults online as well as face to face.
We will work to build a connection that supports your growth and well-being every step of the way. My strength lies in my authenticity, as I believe that being my true self is essential for building deep connections with others. I have no expectations of you, and I welcome you to bring your authentic self into our sessions.
I work with children and adults online as well as face to face.
We will work to build a connection that supports your growth and well-being every step of the way. My strength lies in my authenticity, as I believe that being my true self is essential for building deep connections with others. I have no expectations of you, and I welcome you to bring your authentic self into our sessions.
01773 300707 View 01773 300707
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All Things Therapy Centre Ltd
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
Serves Area
We work with children, young people, adults, couples, parents and families.
We offer inclusive therapy for any client with any need or issue. I work in a relational and non-directive way which puts the client in control of the therapy. I use integrative methods and theory to best support the client, these can be creative or conversational. Our clients are accepted, supported and included in the therapeutic process.
We work with children, young people, adults, couples, parents and families.
We offer inclusive therapy for any client with any need or issue. I work in a relational and non-directive way which puts the client in control of the therapy. I use integrative methods and theory to best support the client, these can be creative or conversational. Our clients are accepted, supported and included in the therapeutic process.
01756 639053 View 01756 639053
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Shanne Evans
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Serves Area
I have many years of experience, both personally and professionally, working with adults, young people and children through my job as a counsellor and previously as a learning mentor.
Do you struggle to overcome loss or grieve after a bereavement? Is worry, overthinking, anxiety or depression stopping you? Are you stuck in your life or relationship and need to find a way to move forward or do you seem to have lost sight of each other? Perhaps you struggle to find the motivation, or simply want to talk about anything your would to change or understand. Then why not give counselling, hypnotherapy or coaching with me a chance.
I have many years of experience, both personally and professionally, working with adults, young people and children through my job as a counsellor and previously as a learning mentor.
Do you struggle to overcome loss or grieve after a bereavement? Is worry, overthinking, anxiety or depression stopping you? Are you stuck in your life or relationship and need to find a way to move forward or do you seem to have lost sight of each other? Perhaps you struggle to find the motivation, or simply want to talk about anything your would to change or understand. Then why not give counselling, hypnotherapy or coaching with me a chance.
01977 801636 View 01977 801636
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Hannah Berhanu
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Music Therap.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am an experienced music psychotherapist, who has been privileged to work with children, young adults and older adults, with a range of diagnoses.
I am a person-centred, integrative therapist which means that whatever your situation or experiences, I will provide a safe and confidential space without pressure or expectation. Expressing yourself through music can help to process topics that are challenging or difficult at the moment, with or without having to put words to those feelings immediately.
I am an experienced music psychotherapist, who has been privileged to work with children, young adults and older adults, with a range of diagnoses.
I am a person-centred, integrative therapist which means that whatever your situation or experiences, I will provide a safe and confidential space without pressure or expectation. Expressing yourself through music can help to process topics that are challenging or difficult at the moment, with or without having to put words to those feelings immediately.
01628 965422 View 01628 965422
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Steph Bradbury Therapy
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I hold Diplomas in Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist (NCFE/BPS-accredited Level 5 Dip, Integrative Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Level 5) CBH for Children and Young People and I'm Certified in CBT-insomnia & Menopause Wellbeing
Hello, I’m Steph, a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist (CBH) with 30 years’ experience helping adults and young people. I specialise in anxiety, stress, IBS and insomnia but have expertise in many more concerns. So if you're feeling overwhelmed with life, I can help. My approach offers CBH - a unique combination of CBT with active, evidence-based hypnotherapy along with Mindfulness and ACT. These techniques are recommended by NICE and the NHS to give you real lasting change. You’ll take an active role in learning practical yet simple strategies to ease symptoms, feel calmer and regain confidence and balance in your everyday life.
I hold Diplomas in Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist (NCFE/BPS-accredited Level 5 Dip, Integrative Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Level 5) CBH for Children and Young People and I'm Certified in CBT-insomnia & Menopause Wellbeing
Hello, I’m Steph, a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist (CBH) with 30 years’ experience helping adults and young people. I specialise in anxiety, stress, IBS and insomnia but have expertise in many more concerns. So if you're feeling overwhelmed with life, I can help. My approach offers CBH - a unique combination of CBT with active, evidence-based hypnotherapy along with Mindfulness and ACT. These techniques are recommended by NICE and the NHS to give you real lasting change. You’ll take an active role in learning practical yet simple strategies to ease symptoms, feel calmer and regain confidence and balance in your everyday life.
01709 289953 View 01709 289953
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Lucy Louise Holmes
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer private counselling to children, young people and adults.
I am an integrative counsellor; psychotherapist, clinical supervisor and menopause specialist coach. My therapeutic practice is based largely on the relational approach, this means I place great emphasis on the relationship between you and I as it is our relationship which becomes the vehicle for your therapeutic journey. Each person is unique and I will draw on modalities that I feel will most suit you and the issues that you present to me. During our sessions I would like you to have as much autonomy as possible but I shall also give direction should you need it.
I offer private counselling to children, young people and adults.
I am an integrative counsellor; psychotherapist, clinical supervisor and menopause specialist coach. My therapeutic practice is based largely on the relational approach, this means I place great emphasis on the relationship between you and I as it is our relationship which becomes the vehicle for your therapeutic journey. Each person is unique and I will draw on modalities that I feel will most suit you and the issues that you present to me. During our sessions I would like you to have as much autonomy as possible but I shall also give direction should you need it.
0113 519 4505 View 0113 519 4505
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Niki Stavrianou
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I provide safe, confidential and professional psychological therapy which aims to help people to learn to listen and communicate better with their emotions, reflect on their experiences, understand patterns of thoughts and behaviors which may be problematic, and support themselves by investing on the voyage towards self-awareness and self-care. My empathetic approach doesn’t involve judgments of any kind.
I provide safe, confidential and professional psychological therapy which aims to help people to learn to listen and communicate better with their emotions, reflect on their experiences, understand patterns of thoughts and behaviors which may be problematic, and support themselves by investing on the voyage towards self-awareness and self-care. My empathetic approach doesn’t involve judgments of any kind.
0113 733 6703 View 0113 733 6703
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Sonder Therapies- Emdr, CBT
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Ollie, a CBT/EMDR therapist/supervisor with 14 years experience. I specialise in OCD, Trauma/PTSD, Phobias, Anxiety and Depression. I'm also trained in Tik disorders, Psychedelic Integration and Gambling Addiction. My passion is seeing clients regain their joie de vivre, overcome their fears and retake control of their lives. I'm authentic, down to earth, honest and transparent. To be congruent as therapists, we need to own ourselves - It's vital to therapy - Being relatable, being present, being there. Marcus Aurelius once said: “You have power over your mind, not external events - Know this and you will find strength”
Hi, I'm Ollie, a CBT/EMDR therapist/supervisor with 14 years experience. I specialise in OCD, Trauma/PTSD, Phobias, Anxiety and Depression. I'm also trained in Tik disorders, Psychedelic Integration and Gambling Addiction. My passion is seeing clients regain their joie de vivre, overcome their fears and retake control of their lives. I'm authentic, down to earth, honest and transparent. To be congruent as therapists, we need to own ourselves - It's vital to therapy - Being relatable, being present, being there. Marcus Aurelius once said: “You have power over your mind, not external events - Know this and you will find strength”
01924 943376 View 01924 943376
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Adele Parker
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I work with clients across the lifespan, from young children to adults, addressing a variety of psychological challenges.
I specialise in trauma, supporting individuals impacted by traumatic events such accidents, natural disasters, terrorism, sexual assault, and child abuse. With extensive expertise in managing anxiety-related issues like OCD, I am also the Clinical Lead for the NCPS Autism Assessment Service, dedicated to providing assessments and follow-up care for children.
I work with clients across the lifespan, from young children to adults, addressing a variety of psychological challenges.
I specialise in trauma, supporting individuals impacted by traumatic events such accidents, natural disasters, terrorism, sexual assault, and child abuse. With extensive expertise in managing anxiety-related issues like OCD, I am also the Clinical Lead for the NCPS Autism Assessment Service, dedicated to providing assessments and follow-up care for children.
01937 229449 View 01937 229449
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Abby B Maitland
Psychotherapist, MSc
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Throughout my career, I have been drawn to the relational aspect of therapy, recognising that the therapeutic relationship is a powerful catalyst for change. I believe that a collaborative and empathetic approach is essential in fostering trust, understanding, and ultimately, lasting progress. My clients have come to rely on my active listening skills, emotional intelligence, and non-judgmental attitude, which allows them to feel safe and supported as they navigate their personal struggles. I take pride in my ability to establish strong therapeutic alliances, enabling me to tailor my approach to clients’ individual needs and goals.
Throughout my career, I have been drawn to the relational aspect of therapy, recognising that the therapeutic relationship is a powerful catalyst for change. I believe that a collaborative and empathetic approach is essential in fostering trust, understanding, and ultimately, lasting progress. My clients have come to rely on my active listening skills, emotional intelligence, and non-judgmental attitude, which allows them to feel safe and supported as they navigate their personal struggles. I take pride in my ability to establish strong therapeutic alliances, enabling me to tailor my approach to clients’ individual needs and goals.
01539 885310 View 01539 885310
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Here Comes the Sun Counselling York
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with adults, children and young people on a variety of issues such as depression, trauma, family issues, relationship or work issues and I hold a special interest in anxiety, neurodiversity and grief.
Grief can be overwhelming and deeply personal. I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental space where you can explore your loss in your own time and way, I will walk alongside you as you make sense of your experience. Alongside of bereavement, I also support clients with a variety of challenges from anxiety to to relationship difficulties.
I work with adults, children and young people on a variety of issues such as depression, trauma, family issues, relationship or work issues and I hold a special interest in anxiety, neurodiversity and grief.
Grief can be overwhelming and deeply personal. I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental space where you can explore your loss in your own time and way, I will walk alongside you as you make sense of your experience. Alongside of bereavement, I also support clients with a variety of challenges from anxiety to to relationship difficulties.
01889 223811 View 01889 223811
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Emma Yates
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I’m a BACP-registered integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, specializing in children and young people.
I tailor my approach to your child’s unique needs, whether through play therapy with sand trays, miniatures, creative media, games, or talking therapies. Everything is adapted to be developmentally appropriate and meets you where you are, ensuring it’s a comfortable and effective fit for your child.
I’m a BACP-registered integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, specializing in children and young people.
I tailor my approach to your child’s unique needs, whether through play therapy with sand trays, miniatures, creative media, games, or talking therapies. Everything is adapted to be developmentally appropriate and meets you where you are, ensuring it’s a comfortable and effective fit for your child.
01904 935745 View 01904 935745
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Dr Sabina Yasmin Rokib
Psychotherapist, CPsychol
Serves Area
My mission at Healing Psychology is to provide compassionate evidence-based mental health services to our clients. I am committed to helping individuals improve their overall well-being and achieve their personal goals by addressing their unique psychological needs. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable sharing their concerns. I believe in treating every individual with dignity, respect and empathy and tailoring our services to meet their specific needs.
My mission at Healing Psychology is to provide compassionate evidence-based mental health services to our clients. I am committed to helping individuals improve their overall well-being and achieve their personal goals by addressing their unique psychological needs. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable sharing their concerns. I believe in treating every individual with dignity, respect and empathy and tailoring our services to meet their specific needs.
0191 743 2385 View 0191 743 2385
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Let's Talk, Dr Pam Wolliston
Counsellor, PhD, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
As a counsellor, I have a longstanding interest in supporting children, young people and adults who are going through difficult times.
My post-qualifying awards include Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy Levels 1 & 2. DDP attends to the voice to the child/young person who, typically, lives with their second family (e.g., foster-carer(s), kinship, or adoptive). It also moves the focus away from behaviour management by coaching the nurturers on how to create healthier relational bonds.
As a counsellor, I have a longstanding interest in supporting children, young people and adults who are going through difficult times.
My post-qualifying awards include Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy Levels 1 & 2. DDP attends to the voice to the child/young person who, typically, lives with their second family (e.g., foster-carer(s), kinship, or adoptive). It also moves the focus away from behaviour management by coaching the nurturers on how to create healthier relational bonds.
0115 697 1668 View 0115 697 1668
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Margaret Wilson - Child and Adolescent Counsellor
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am an experienced Child, Young Person and Parent Psychotherapist, based in Harrogate.
I have undergone many years of in-depth specialist training to understand the complexity of the young brain, developmental stages and attachment. I provide a range of therapeutic approaches, including play, creative and talking. I work with adopted families. I provide therapeutic coaching for ASD/ADHD. I also offer therapeutic sessions for parents.
I am an experienced Child, Young Person and Parent Psychotherapist, based in Harrogate.
I have undergone many years of in-depth specialist training to understand the complexity of the young brain, developmental stages and attachment. I provide a range of therapeutic approaches, including play, creative and talking. I work with adopted families. I provide therapeutic coaching for ASD/ADHD. I also offer therapeutic sessions for parents.
01423 449146 View 01423 449146
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Jacquibird Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I work with individuals, couples, families, children and young people.
I am a Relate trained Relationship Therapist and psychosexual therapist, I worked for Relate for eleven years as a counsellor and supervisor. Couple counselling helps you to do something different to make a difference to your relationship, communicate well together and helping both of you to feel heard and understood, offering new skills and techniques.
I work with individuals, couples, families, children and young people.
I am a Relate trained Relationship Therapist and psychosexual therapist, I worked for Relate for eleven years as a counsellor and supervisor. Couple counselling helps you to do something different to make a difference to your relationship, communicate well together and helping both of you to feel heard and understood, offering new skills and techniques.
01889 227313 View 01889 227313
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Hanah Ahmed
Psychotherapist, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a fully qualified therapist working with children, adults and young people.
My approach is tailored to your unique needs, whether you’re looking to manage emotions, or for deeper, transformative work to explore past experiences. I provide a space where you can talk openly, be yourself, and work through things at your own pace. I offer online and in-person therapy that’s warm, supportive, and tailored to what works best for you.
I am a fully qualified therapist working with children, adults and young people.
My approach is tailored to your unique needs, whether you’re looking to manage emotions, or for deeper, transformative work to explore past experiences. I provide a space where you can talk openly, be yourself, and work through things at your own pace. I offer online and in-person therapy that’s warm, supportive, and tailored to what works best for you.
01274 015681 View 01274 015681
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Katie Boardman
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Such difficulties may affect wellbeing, behaviours, relationships with others, education & cause global or specific difficulties within your child's & family life.
I specialise in trauma and attachment difficulties in children. I have a particular interest in working with looked after, fostered, or adopted children, their parents/carers & the systems surrounding them. I predominately work from an attachment and trauma informed perspective, draw upon a range of therapeutic approaches. I am also an EMDR therapist
Such difficulties may affect wellbeing, behaviours, relationships with others, education & cause global or specific difficulties within your child's & family life.
I specialise in trauma and attachment difficulties in children. I have a particular interest in working with looked after, fostered, or adopted children, their parents/carers & the systems surrounding them. I predominately work from an attachment and trauma informed perspective, draw upon a range of therapeutic approaches. I am also an EMDR therapist
01422 415447 View 01422 415447

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