Teen Counselling in London

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Su Grant - Forest Therapy Centre
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
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Forest Therapy Wellness Centre has children's and adolescent specialists, couples and family therapy practitioners.
Hello, I’m one of the most experienced counsellors in our area, having 25 years experience to date. Generally clients pay as they go. I also work privately through insurance company referrals such as PPP/Bupa/Aviva Etc. Professional, yet approachable and friendly practitioner. Proud to be known as challenging when circumstances require this! Many clients whom I have worked with said this was exactly what they needed from a counselling psychotherapist, especially if previous experience of practitioners whom have been overtly passive. Together we shall accessand implement YOUR inner wisdom! FTC also have many alternatives for you!
020 3856 7847
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London E18
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Lisa Rose Akanuma
Psychotherapist, MSc, ACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
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As a Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, I was trained to carefully observe children and young people and respond to what they are consciously and unconsciously communicating through their behaviour, verbally and non-verbally, through unstructured play, their silence, and other ways to communicate their emotional difficulties or distress. I have several years working in the NHS in CAMHS, and with charity organizations, providing evidence-based therapy and individual & group interventions for children and adolescents and supporting the networks involved in their care so that they can build resilience, flourish and live fuller lives.
01883 779598
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London SE25
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Elizabeth Bergman
Psychotherapist, MA, BACP
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Elizabeth specialises in treating women's issues including eating disorders/body image concerns, anxiety and depression, and perinatal issues. Elizabeth also sees adolescent clients with anxiety, depression, and eating disorders/disordered eating. She uses many approaches in treatment including cognitive and dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness and she integrates a holistic and strengths-based approach as well when treating clients in any area.
020 8103 5927
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London NW4
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Christine Fletcher
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
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I am a child and adolescent psychotherapist/ counsellor with an easy-going style of working and a broad range of experience and training.
Looking for support? Worried about your child not coping with school? Being a child or young person can be full of wonder but there are also challenges - anxiety, panic, stress around school or friendships. Self-critical habits, intrusive thoughts and low self-worth that can prevent us from feeling our best selves. We all have fears - what do others think of me? am I good enough? am I loved or wanted? Relationships are hugely important to all of us but can feel so hard at times. Not everyone will experience life in the most ideal way - life can be complicated. Recognizing these issues and reaching out for support takes courage.
020 4538 6987
London SW1V
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Georgia Powell
Counsellor, MBACP
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I work as an adolescent and adult Counsellor based in East London. As well as my own private practice, I work in schools, universities and in the domestic abuse sector with victim-survivors of domestic abuse. I am a fully registered BACP member and integrate a variety of different therapeutic modalities, including person-centred and humanistic therapy, body therapy, art/play therapy, mindfulness and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to meet each person’s specific needs.
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London E2
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Carol Easton
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
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My speciality is EMDR and I work for the NHS and (other settings including adolescent , drugs and alcohol, physical health and private practice) have done so full time for the last 25 years so.
I focus on changing your trauma (s)/issues (large and small ) which ultimately changes your perceptions and your life. For the better. Most people don't realise what trauma is or how it can dominate or even just highly influence how you think, respond, behave or do or not do in your life. Every decision or choice goes through the filter of experiences and if they happen to have been negative or bad experiences it doesn't bode well for a successful or happy life. So change them. www.westendtherapy.org OR 0746 9738 588.
023 8214 8380
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London E7
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Maria Papadima
Psychotherapist, PhD, ACP
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I am a child and adolescent psychotherapist, with extensive experience working with teenagers, young adults (up to 25) and parents of adolescents. I offer a confidential, specialist assessment and treatment service for a wide range of the difficulties adolescents and their families face. I I currently work both privately and in an NHS (CAMHS) adolescent team in North London. I also offer supervision and consultation to professionals working with adolescents. I have a particular interest in work with parents whose teenager is going through a crisis and I offer brief (6 sessions) parent counselling with that focus.
020 3835 6152
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London NW11
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Verity Alexis
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified
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I am a dedicated, compassionate and dynamic Child, Community and Educational Psychologist and Child, Adolescent and Family Psychodynamic Psychotherapist, trained at the Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust.
I support children, young people, parents and carers, families, schools and communities through an integrated approach using psychodynamic psychotherapy and child, community and educational psychology. I love working with individuals, groups and organisations. You may want to focus on exploring and healing past life experiences, understanding present ones and planning for the future. We can weave between the three organically as I work therapeutically, psychologically and life coaching style in response to empowering your voice, bolstering your self esteem and self care, highlighting your strengths and supporting your arising needs.
020 7870 1559
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London SW11
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Dr Marilyn Allen
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I work with: Esteem Issues, Existential Crisis, Trauma, Self harm, Addictions, Anger, Loss/Bereavement, Relationship Issues, Isolation, Social Media Crisis, Substance Abuse, Adolescent & Trust Issues, Anxiety & Stress Issues, Depression, Bullying, Feeling alone Problems with food, Feelings of being unable to cope, Abuse, Academic & Career Issues, and Trauma.
Therapeutic Counselling using the Arts, encompasses therapy and developmental psychology which enables me to work with and support clients to develop skills, to understand their personal circumstances better. Such skills are then internalised over time which helps their situation to be more manageable. l offer a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment to support our work, which brings skills of heightened empathy, observational skills and counter-transference into the clinical work, & broadens the experience for the client. I strongly believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship and its impact on our work.
020 3962 2187
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London W1G
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Fiona McKinstrie
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
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1 Endorsed
Growing up can be hard and the teenage and adolescent years can be particularly challenging. It is a time of significant transition, bringing with it creativity, heightened emotions and turbulent feelings. Whilst this period of life can be exhilarating and enriching, it can also stir up feelings of confusion, frustration, loneliness, anger, sadness, shame and anxiety. At times this can lead to depression, anxiety, self-harm or risk taking behaviours.
020 4530 8405
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London SE24
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Dr Anna Byrne-Smith
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with anxiety, low mood, stress or another difficulty in your life? I am a registered Clinical Psychologist who can work with you to explore life's challenges and improve important aspects of your life. I am used to working with people of all ages and backgrounds. If you are looking for help with for your child or teenager or assistance with parenting, I have lots of experience with children and adolescents. I have also worked with adults across age ranges and with a variety of difficulties.
01293 223839
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London SW4
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Georgina Lansbury
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am a qualified child, adolescent and young adult psychodynamic psychotherapist - a bit of a mouthful I admit - but I work with what the client brings so that we can tease out the themes and issues that occur and re-occur, so that we can link them, and rethink them.
I work with any and all difficulties and challenges and struggles that might be faced by children, adolescents, young adults and their carers. I work with neurodivergent young people, having experience of children and teens with diagnoses of ADHD, ASD and OCD, carving out a space where they can feel understood.
020 3974 1395
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London SW17
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Kayah Bain
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am a qualified Child, Adolescent and Family Psychotherapist, working in South West London. I offer confidential weekly psychotherapy for children, young people, parents and families, in a non-judgemental and supportive space, where clients can feel safe in expressing their feelings and experiences. Clients are encouraged to be their authentic selves and to explore both internal and external conflicts at a pace which suits them. I have an integrative approach and so I am able to offer therapy based on the individual needs of clients. Approaches I use include, Psychodynamic, Systemic and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
07588 670763
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London SW19
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Lara Danielle Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I work with children from aged five, adolescents and adult females. I am compassionate and warm. I specialize in difficulties, including trauma, self-esteem, attachment, divorce, aggression, social anxiety, generalized anxiety and body concerns. I have worked extensively with young children and adolescents, both as a child therapist and in previous careers. I have worked at non-profit and for profit organizations, including a national adolescent treatment centre for mental health and substance use, foster homes and a domestic violence organization. I approach the therapeutic relationship with genuineness, curiosity, and warmth.
01748 900772
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London SW6
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Dr Connie Geyer
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
2 Endorsed
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2 Endorsed
Do you feel stuck in unhelpful life patterns, encounter challenges in your relationships, identity or emotions? Are you trying to come to terms with loss or other difficult life events? There are many times in life when it can be helpful to speak with a trained, impartial professional. I'm a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist with 15 years experience of treating the whole range of teen and adult mental health difficulties in the NHS and in private practice. I offer a non-judgmental, collaborative space to help you develop new insights, overcome emotional difficulties and re-build resilience and hope for the future.
020 8138 9538
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London W1G
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Nadja Julia Rolli
Psychotherapist, MA
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I am a qualified and experienced Integrative Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist. Previous to the MA in Child Psychotherapy, I have been trained in Switzerland as Psychomotor Therapist, with a focus on Play Therapy and Body Work for Children and young adults. I have many years of experience working with my clients through play therapy and talking therapy but integrate EMDR, body awareness and symbolism, art materials, clay and sand into my work to facilitate unconscious emotional processes.
020 8103 6087
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London W14
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Katy Robertson
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Hello and a warm welcome. I provide a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space for young people (age 5 - 17) to explore their feelings and difficult experiences, recognise and change unhealthy behaviours and thought patterns and grow in self-confidence. I am an integrative child and adolescent counsellor with a post graduate diploma from Place2Be, the UK's leading mental health organisation for children and adolescents. I work in private practice at The Awareness Centre in Clapham, and can help with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship and peer difficulties, school issues, family conflict and behavioural difficulties.
020 4538 9682
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London SW4
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Jo-Anne Karlsson
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified
Verified
Having interned at the Child Institute of Mental Health in London; as well as in an adolescent rehabilitation centre in Dallas, TX specialising in addictions, adolescent sexual abuse and family systems; I offer that net and support in a non-judgemental environment.
A confidential, non-judgmental space where you can explore positive and challenging aspects of your life and any change you wish to explore or make. I have personal experience in sexual, physical, emotional and mental abuse; divorce; living with a Narcissist; step-parenting and living in an Ex-pat community. The approaches I predominantly use are Solution Focused, Bowenian Systemic approach, Brainspotting or Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP). All approaches work with clients, though I have found 'Walk and Talk' or EFP best for adolescents or those suffering with PTSD or Trauma, along with Brainspotting.
01344 567575
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London SW7
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Tiffany Psychotherapy Ltd
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
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1 Endorsed
BABCP accredited psychotherapist in Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapy. Specialising in anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, PTSD, multiple/complex trauma. DBT psychotherapist specialising in personality disorders. EUPD/BPD presentations. Emotional regulation difficulties. Clinical supervision for qualified and trainee CBT therapists. Holistic psychotherapist incorporating mindfulness techniques, schema therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy. Specialising in child and adolescent mental health. Attachment and trauma focused approach.
020 3870 3217
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London N1
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Parent Infant Clinic
Psychotherapist, PhD, ACP
Verified
Verified
These include child and adolescent psychotherapy, play therapy, speech and language therapy, art and music therapy, parent infant therapy and family therapy.
The clinic works with a wide range of problems. Problems in infancy can include difficulties in feeding and sleeping, bonding and separation. With older children and teenagers we can help with problems such as anxiety, depression and school phobias. We are experienced at working with children with special needs, including autistic behaviours, Aspergers, ADHD, learning disabilities and other conditions. Also we help parents, who due to past trauma, ongoing family conflict or current mental health problems, may be struggling to build a secure attachment with their child or are struggling in managing their role as parents.
020 8016 3241
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London NW3
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Teen Counsellors

What does therapy for teenagers look like?

When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?

There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?

You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.