Child Counselling in Leighton Buzzard

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Deeann Press
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Please don't struggle alone - I can help you. We can explore together all the difficulties that you are battling with. Dark and negative thoughts can be shared and worked through. I have a high success rate of dealing with issues from anxiety, depression, confidence, anger, addiction, emotional/physical/sexual abuse, relationship issues, bullying, friendship problems, bereavement, school/work problems, stress and many, many more. If you feel you are living in your own mind, together we can change this - there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Please don't struggle alone - I can help you. We can explore together all the difficulties that you are battling with. Dark and negative thoughts can be shared and worked through. I have a high success rate of dealing with issues from anxiety, depression, confidence, anger, addiction, emotional/physical/sexual abuse, relationship issues, bullying, friendship problems, bereavement, school/work problems, stress and many, many more. If you feel you are living in your own mind, together we can change this - there is light at the end of the tunnel.
01582 349523 View 01582 349523
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Olivia Doughty
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Serves Area
As a Clinical Psychologist I have extensive experience working within the NHS and Social care settings with adults and children/ young people.
I believe that, due to the unrelenting pressures of the world we live in and the way our brains have evolved, everyone can find life difficult sometimes. It is easy for our minds to appear to work against us; getting stuck in loops of painful thoughts and feelings. This can result in depression, anxiety and difficulties with relationships. People who have experienced significant distress, trauma or hurt in life can also, not surprisingly, experience significant difficulties where memories come to haunt us and send us back to previous pain. I hope to help people life the life they want to live, with some sense of agency over pain.
As a Clinical Psychologist I have extensive experience working within the NHS and Social care settings with adults and children/ young people.
I believe that, due to the unrelenting pressures of the world we live in and the way our brains have evolved, everyone can find life difficult sometimes. It is easy for our minds to appear to work against us; getting stuck in loops of painful thoughts and feelings. This can result in depression, anxiety and difficulties with relationships. People who have experienced significant distress, trauma or hurt in life can also, not surprisingly, experience significant difficulties where memories come to haunt us and send us back to previous pain. I hope to help people life the life they want to live, with some sense of agency over pain.
01908 015934 View 01908 015934
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Michelle Wood
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
You are unique, with an individual set of experiences, circumstances and history. Together we can explore how you are feeling, the challenges you face and work towards the outcomes that are important to you. I will sit with you and build a therapeutic relationship that can enable you to express your feelings, paying attention to what you need and think. I enjoy my work with couples, adults and young people.
You are unique, with an individual set of experiences, circumstances and history. Together we can explore how you are feeling, the challenges you face and work towards the outcomes that are important to you. I will sit with you and build a therapeutic relationship that can enable you to express your feelings, paying attention to what you need and think. I enjoy my work with couples, adults and young people.
01582 377097 View 01582 377097
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Annie Louise Rust
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Hi, I am an integrative counsellor using different approaches and techniques to best suit you, the client. I understand that every client is individual and every situation and experience is unique. I work confidentially, offering a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts, feelings and difficulties you bring with you. It can be hard to talk to those closest in your life, counselling allows you to explore whatever you wish, from difficulties in your life, your current situation or to work on yourself. We will work together to better understand your thoughts, feeling and experiences.
Hi, I am an integrative counsellor using different approaches and techniques to best suit you, the client. I understand that every client is individual and every situation and experience is unique. I work confidentially, offering a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts, feelings and difficulties you bring with you. It can be hard to talk to those closest in your life, counselling allows you to explore whatever you wish, from difficulties in your life, your current situation or to work on yourself. We will work together to better understand your thoughts, feeling and experiences.
07540 134322 View 07540 134322
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Dawn Woosley
Counsellor, MBACP
Hi, Over the past 14 years,i and my practice has helped  individuals and couples with issues including: trauma, bereavement, generalized anxiety, depression, low self esteem, OCD, problem drinking and drug use, personality disorder, anger management, work-related stress, as well as many couples seeking help with relationship breakdowns, difficulties and changes. We can help you through difficult experiences you are having; develop skills and self confidence; adjust to changed circumstances; think through tough decisions; understand yourself better; deal with problem thoughts, behavior or relationships; face past painful issues
Hi, Over the past 14 years,i and my practice has helped  individuals and couples with issues including: trauma, bereavement, generalized anxiety, depression, low self esteem, OCD, problem drinking and drug use, personality disorder, anger management, work-related stress, as well as many couples seeking help with relationship breakdowns, difficulties and changes. We can help you through difficult experiences you are having; develop skills and self confidence; adjust to changed circumstances; think through tough decisions; understand yourself better; deal with problem thoughts, behavior or relationships; face past painful issues
01525 309853 View 01525 309853
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Lucy Anne McGroarty
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Perhaps you feel stuck, unable to focus or are struggling to overcome a challenge in your life. Perhaps goals feel easy to decide on but hard to stick to. Perhaps the same old thoughts keep running through your mind and you feel the cycle of negativity is ever lasting. Counselling can be the first step to overcome difficulties and address barriers getting in the way of moving forwards. Counselling can offer the space needed to reflect on what’s preventing positive change in your life. Counselling can help you find the tools you always possessed but needed some help finding to help you live a more fulfilling life.
Perhaps you feel stuck, unable to focus or are struggling to overcome a challenge in your life. Perhaps goals feel easy to decide on but hard to stick to. Perhaps the same old thoughts keep running through your mind and you feel the cycle of negativity is ever lasting. Counselling can be the first step to overcome difficulties and address barriers getting in the way of moving forwards. Counselling can offer the space needed to reflect on what’s preventing positive change in your life. Counselling can help you find the tools you always possessed but needed some help finding to help you live a more fulfilling life.
01525 659531 View 01525 659531
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Tamara | TN Wellness
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Whether you’re seeking a consultation to explore if we’re the right fit, support for your child to navigate their emotional landscape, or tailored sessions to dive deep into your emotional needs, I’m here to help.
Welcome to TN Wellness! I'm Tamara, and I offer a holistic, solution-oriented sessions helping individuals quickly regain control of their lives, showing improvements from the first session. My approach encourages clients to harness their own volition and empowers clients by helping them to set goals, understand their symptoms, challenges, and the steps needed to enhance resilience against future setbacks, while also providing effective coping strategies. Sessions also emphasise clients' strengths and resources, fostering self-generated change.
Whether you’re seeking a consultation to explore if we’re the right fit, support for your child to navigate their emotional landscape, or tailored sessions to dive deep into your emotional needs, I’m here to help.
Welcome to TN Wellness! I'm Tamara, and I offer a holistic, solution-oriented sessions helping individuals quickly regain control of their lives, showing improvements from the first session. My approach encourages clients to harness their own volition and empowers clients by helping them to set goals, understand their symptoms, challenges, and the steps needed to enhance resilience against future setbacks, while also providing effective coping strategies. Sessions also emphasise clients' strengths and resources, fostering self-generated change.
020 4572 3222 View 020 4572 3222
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Sithembisile Thembie Mapingire
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
I have 18 years of working and supporting children, young people, couples, and individuals.
Life is a journey that can be challenging and overwhelming. Sometimes presenting you with unexpected difficult experiences that require you to talk to someone outside of yourself, friends, and family. Acknowledging you need help and getting the right counselor is half the battle won. I will support you to express and explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential environment. Depression, anxiety, uncertainty, fear, trauma, bereavement, and abuse can leave you feeling helpless and alone. That is when you need to talk to a counselor and feel understood.
I have 18 years of working and supporting children, young people, couples, and individuals.
Life is a journey that can be challenging and overwhelming. Sometimes presenting you with unexpected difficult experiences that require you to talk to someone outside of yourself, friends, and family. Acknowledging you need help and getting the right counselor is half the battle won. I will support you to express and explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential environment. Depression, anxiety, uncertainty, fear, trauma, bereavement, and abuse can leave you feeling helpless and alone. That is when you need to talk to a counselor and feel understood.
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Niki Sullivan
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
1 Endorsed
As a qualified children and young persons therapist, I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for the client in order to explore and understand the issues and challenges that they face.
My approach consists of CBT, person centred therapy, play therapy I am also trauma informed. I work with issues such as anxiety, social anxiety, school refusal, depression, divorce/separation, transitions and abuse. I am passionate in supporting young people in the challenges that they face in their lives by teaching coping strategies and tools to help them.
As a qualified children and young persons therapist, I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for the client in order to explore and understand the issues and challenges that they face.
My approach consists of CBT, person centred therapy, play therapy I am also trauma informed. I work with issues such as anxiety, social anxiety, school refusal, depression, divorce/separation, transitions and abuse. I am passionate in supporting young people in the challenges that they face in their lives by teaching coping strategies and tools to help them.
01525 664358 View 01525 664358
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Laura Alcock
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I offer assessment and treatment of children and adults for the purposes of understanding difficulties and developing a treatment plan.
I am empathetic and non-judgmental. I offer safe space to share and understand ongoing difficulties with the aim of helping to alleviate ongoing distress and develop effective coping strategies. I work using an integrative style, drawing multiple treatment models including CBT, ACT, CFT, DBT, and Trauma Focused CBT.
I offer assessment and treatment of children and adults for the purposes of understanding difficulties and developing a treatment plan.
I am empathetic and non-judgmental. I offer safe space to share and understand ongoing difficulties with the aim of helping to alleviate ongoing distress and develop effective coping strategies. I work using an integrative style, drawing multiple treatment models including CBT, ACT, CFT, DBT, and Trauma Focused CBT.
01908 983687 View 01908 983687
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Lindsay Lightley Therapy
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
For children, play therapy is extremely beneficial alongwith creative activities.
Starting your therapy journey can feel overwhelming and even a little daunting—but it can also be the beginning of something meaningful and transformative. You might already have a clear idea of what you’d like to work on, or you may simply know that something in your life needs to change, even if you're not sure what that is yet. Either way, taking the first step by reaching out for support is a huge achievement—well done for getting here.
For children, play therapy is extremely beneficial alongwith creative activities.
Starting your therapy journey can feel overwhelming and even a little daunting—but it can also be the beginning of something meaningful and transformative. You might already have a clear idea of what you’d like to work on, or you may simply know that something in your life needs to change, even if you're not sure what that is yet. Either way, taking the first step by reaching out for support is a huge achievement—well done for getting here.
01525 302587 View 01525 302587

More Therapists Nearby

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CJ Therapies
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Barnet EN5
I provide emotional support for Children, Young People and Parents.
Services I provide - • Child Creative Therapy (4- 11) •Teen Therapy (12-18) •Parent Therapy • Child & Parent Therapy. •Parent Workshops
I provide emotional support for Children, Young People and Parents.
Services I provide - • Child Creative Therapy (4- 11) •Teen Therapy (12-18) •Parent Therapy • Child & Parent Therapy. •Parent Workshops
07479 276687 View 07479 276687
Photo of Tamsin Mitchell Black, Counsellor, MBACP
I am a qualified person-centred counsellor offering a warm, accepting, and non-judgmental space where children, young people, and adults can feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, anxious, or simply unsure where to begin, I offer a calm and supportive space to explore what’s going on for you. I won't tell you what to do or judge your experiences—instead, I’ll listen with empathy and work alongside you to help you make sense of your feelings and find your own way forward.
I am a qualified person-centred counsellor offering a warm, accepting, and non-judgmental space where children, young people, and adults can feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, anxious, or simply unsure where to begin, I offer a calm and supportive space to explore what’s going on for you. I won't tell you what to do or judge your experiences—instead, I’ll listen with empathy and work alongside you to help you make sense of your feelings and find your own way forward.
01462 412416 View 01462 412416
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Dr Carly Keyes Ba Pgcert Pgdip Dclinpsy Cpsyc Hol Afbpss Afhea
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Bushey WD23
My clinical training was based in the NHS and therefore I provide the highest standard of care of evidence-based psychological therapy to children, adolescents, adults, older people, couples and families.
My name is Dr Carly Keyes and I am a compassionate Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Fully BABCP accredited CBT Therapist. Life is a journey full of ups and downs. I am here to understand your current difficulties, to work with you and help you get equipped with strategies to help you cope during the down times in order for you to enjoy the ups. I offer psychological therapy that is personalised to you to help you blossom. I believe the therapeutic relationship is fundamental and for you to build trust in me and feel relaxed in the sessions and to start living a richer and more fulfilling life.
My clinical training was based in the NHS and therefore I provide the highest standard of care of evidence-based psychological therapy to children, adolescents, adults, older people, couples and families.
My name is Dr Carly Keyes and I am a compassionate Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Fully BABCP accredited CBT Therapist. Life is a journey full of ups and downs. I am here to understand your current difficulties, to work with you and help you get equipped with strategies to help you cope during the down times in order for you to enjoy the ups. I offer psychological therapy that is personalised to you to help you blossom. I believe the therapeutic relationship is fundamental and for you to build trust in me and feel relaxed in the sessions and to start living a richer and more fulfilling life.
020 3879 4117 View 020 3879 4117
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Dr Jasmine Shingadia
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
I’m Dr Jasmine Shingadia, a Counselling Psychologist working with adults, adolescents, and children.
I offer flexible online therapy and face-to-face sessions in Berkshire for children, adolescents and adults. I specialise in neurodiversity, eating issues, anxiety, low mood, and emotional or relational difficulties. My approach is evidence-based, neuro-affirming, and tailored to your unique needs.
I’m Dr Jasmine Shingadia, a Counselling Psychologist working with adults, adolescents, and children.
I offer flexible online therapy and face-to-face sessions in Berkshire for children, adolescents and adults. I specialise in neurodiversity, eating issues, anxiety, low mood, and emotional or relational difficulties. My approach is evidence-based, neuro-affirming, and tailored to your unique needs.
01628 562803 View 01628 562803
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Clare Francis
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
Whether you are looking for help for yourself, your marriage, your children, or your whole family, I can offer you confidential, professional help rooted in my experience and training.
I have worked as a relationship therapist for over 15 years and I offer insights and can help you find coping strategies. I work with individuals, couples, young people and families. The issues that I work with include anxiety, separation/divorce, putting your relationship back together, escalating rows, communication to name but a few. I am a professionally qualified and experienced therapist with a private practise in Staines and work with a large number of my clients online, including clients in both at home and abroad. I have a Master of Arts degree in Relationship and Family Therapy.
Whether you are looking for help for yourself, your marriage, your children, or your whole family, I can offer you confidential, professional help rooted in my experience and training.
I have worked as a relationship therapist for over 15 years and I offer insights and can help you find coping strategies. I work with individuals, couples, young people and families. The issues that I work with include anxiety, separation/divorce, putting your relationship back together, escalating rows, communication to name but a few. I am a professionally qualified and experienced therapist with a private practise in Staines and work with a large number of my clients online, including clients in both at home and abroad. I have a Master of Arts degree in Relationship and Family Therapy.
01372 677024 View 01372 677024
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Natalie Taylor
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
HI my name is Natalie and I offer a warm, friendly and confidential Counselling service for Adults and young people (11+yrs) in Lymington Hampshire. Life can be really hard at times, and sometimes you just need someone to talk to, who will really listen, understand and not judge you. Counselling can really help to empower you, and help you to gain insights and a deeper understanding about yourself. Whether you need help in clarifying your thoughts and feelings, or need help with dealing with issues you may be experiencing, then I'm here to help, and be by your side as we go through your Counselling journey together.
HI my name is Natalie and I offer a warm, friendly and confidential Counselling service for Adults and young people (11+yrs) in Lymington Hampshire. Life can be really hard at times, and sometimes you just need someone to talk to, who will really listen, understand and not judge you. Counselling can really help to empower you, and help you to gain insights and a deeper understanding about yourself. Whether you need help in clarifying your thoughts and feelings, or need help with dealing with issues you may be experiencing, then I'm here to help, and be by your side as we go through your Counselling journey together.
01590 631248 View 01590 631248
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Cara Thompson
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Are you (or your child) facing difficult life situations, feeling in pain or are low and distressed?
I am passionate about what I do. No two people are the same and so I offer a supportive service that responds to your unique needs. I have experience working with pre-teens, teenagers and adults in relation to a wide range of issues. For more information about my approach (and my fees and concessions), please visit my website: www.chariscounselling.co.uk.
Are you (or your child) facing difficult life situations, feeling in pain or are low and distressed?
I am passionate about what I do. No two people are the same and so I offer a supportive service that responds to your unique needs. I have experience working with pre-teens, teenagers and adults in relation to a wide range of issues. For more information about my approach (and my fees and concessions), please visit my website: www.chariscounselling.co.uk.
07446 389606 View 07446 389606
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Dr Jyoti Pooni
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Barnet EN5
I have specialised in working with children, young people, parents and families in the NHS and charity sector across community, outpatient and inpatient settings.
I offer an integrative approach using evidence based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy alongside Attachment theory, Mentalization theory and Systemic theory. I value a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship, which I believe will bring about the most change. I aim to provide a supportive, safe and non-judgemental therapeutic space.
I have specialised in working with children, young people, parents and families in the NHS and charity sector across community, outpatient and inpatient settings.
I offer an integrative approach using evidence based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy alongside Attachment theory, Mentalization theory and Systemic theory. I value a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship, which I believe will bring about the most change. I aim to provide a supportive, safe and non-judgemental therapeutic space.
020 3835 2154 View 020 3835 2154
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Luminous Minds Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Bedford MK40
At Luminous Minds Therapy, we offer thoughtful, trauma-informed psychological support for adults, children, young people, families and professionals.
We work integratively, tailoring support to each client’s unique context and needs. Our team includes psychotherapists, counsellors and trauma specialists trained in a wide range of approaches, including: Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, EMDR ( Children, Adolescents & Adults), DBT-informed work, Creative Therapies (Art & Play-based), Theraplay & Attachment.
At Luminous Minds Therapy, we offer thoughtful, trauma-informed psychological support for adults, children, young people, families and professionals.
We work integratively, tailoring support to each client’s unique context and needs. Our team includes psychotherapists, counsellors and trauma specialists trained in a wide range of approaches, including: Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, EMDR ( Children, Adolescents & Adults), DBT-informed work, Creative Therapies (Art & Play-based), Theraplay & Attachment.
0333 011 2626 View 0333 011 2626
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.