Child Counselling in London
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Nadja Julia Rolli
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified
Verified
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.
Not accepting new clients

Chloe Bedford
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a mother myself, and I appreciate how overwhelming it can feel when your
child
is unwell, and how you want to make sure that you get them the right support.
I offer therapeutic services to
children
, adolescents and adults. There are times in life when things can feel overwhelming. and sometimes having someone to talk to, outside of your usual network of family, and friends, can make a huge difference to your wellbeing. I believe that you are the expert in you, and so I will work alongside you and/or your family to help you make the changes you need to feel in control. I have particular experience in working with self-harm and suicidal ideation; eating disorders; depression; anxiety; and trauma.

Javaneh Pirzadamoli
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
As a
child
and adolescent therapist, I am trained to focus on the root cause of the problems and to explore what may be going on for a
child
or a teenager.
I am a UKCP registered
child
, adolescent and adult psychotherapist currently offering online sessions via zoom. Psychotherapy provides a safe space for you to explore whatever is troubling you. I believe in making deep and warm connection with my clients and helping them make sense of their unwanted feelings. The goal is to overcome the obstacles that prevent you from thriving and reaching your full potential by processing your feelings. My approach is integrative and my practice is informed by advances in neuroscience, attachment theories and trauma research together with elements of play and art therapy.

Melissa Heming
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
This gentle process allows her to understand how relationships and experiences have shaped a
child
's internal emotional world.
Melissa has a background as a Special Needs Teacher working for ten years in mainstream schools supporting
children
with specific learning difficulties, in particular ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia and OCD. As a
Child
and Adolescent Integrative Psychotherapist she uses a variety of techniques and methods, such as art, play, symbol, metaphor and various media, to help
children
and adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions or behaviour. Melissa recognises that
children
and adolescents sometimes struggle to put their feelings into words and therefore supports her clients to express their feelings safely in different ways.

Jacqui Crane
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have also been trained by Place2Be working at a school with
children
5 - 18 years.
Life’s pressures can sometimes make us feel unsure of ourselves and this can make us feel unhappy. Our true selves can get buried under the weight of conditioning and other people’s ideas of who we are, and we can lose sense of where we are going. I am a warm, caring integrative therapist who will work by encouraging you to find answers from within. I can help you discover the person you were before you drew conclusions from others. I believe we all have the power to choose who we want to be. There is only one person that we can change and that is ourself and I can help you as you embark on this journey of discovery and growth.

Lital Bejerano
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am an integrative counsellor/psychotherapist specialise in counselling
children
, adolescent and parents. I help
children
of all ages cope with their emotional distress through the use of play, art, creative therapy, mindfulness and CBT therapeutic techniques. I also offer guidance to parents and provide them with the necessary knowledge and tools needed to improve their relationship with their
children
and deal with their possible changes. My aim is to provide a sensitive and confidential space for you to be open and explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours so you can develop a better understanding of yourself and others.

Dr Hannah Puddephatt
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I have training and experience working across all ages with additional specialist training in working with
children
and young people and their families.
A quote that I often find myself coming back to is ‘shame dies when stories are told in safe places’. Every one of us has our own unique story and I have been privileged enough to spend 10 years working in the NHS listening to the stories of individuals of all ages and backgrounds. The essence of the therapy I offer is to create that safe place for your story to be told so that, together, we are able to make sense of how you have come to reach where you are in your life and what might be getting in the way of you moving past the difficulties you are facing.

Marjorie Reid
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I specialise in trauma and work with
children
, adults and couples.
I offer a compassionate, safe and confidential environment that supports the exploration and expression of feelings, thoughts, beliefs and circumstances that may be having an adverse effect on emotional well-being and quality of life. Sometimes we just need a space to be still and reflect, a space where we feel accepted, understood and supported in gaining a deeper awareness into why we behave the way we do, or that can offer us an alternative perspective on challenging life situations. My aim is to support you in making sense of your life and working with you in moving to where you would like to be.

Hester Alison Ford ( Moy)
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified
Verified
I offer 1:1
Child
or Adult therapy - in person, or online.
Art Therapy is a readily accessible, gentle and effective form of therapy. It is suitable for individuals of any age who are experiencing a wide range of emotional and wellbeing challenges. You may be struggling with personal or family relationships, work related stress, mental health, past childhood trauma, loss, bereavement, identity, addiction issues; or be a very concerned parent reaching out for help for your
child
or teen who's additional SEN's, mental health, behaviour, school/ social difficulties, adverse childhood experiences are requiring a sensitive, creative and nuanced approach to their support and treatment.

Jenna Marie Rutherford
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I have over 15 years of experience of working as a counsellor with adults, young people, adolescents and
children
. I work face to face as well as on-line. I believe that you have the answers to your difficulties and that I as your therapist will provide a safe space to discuss your thoughts, feelings and emotions with the aim of gaining insight and understanding so that you may live a happier and more authentic life. Sometimes people come to therapy with specific difficulties like, anxiety, depression, addiction, low self esteem and others come with a more generalised feeling of discontent. I am here to listen.

Liz Malpass
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am an integrative therapist, which means that I will use a range of therapies to support you or your
child
.
I specialise in working with
children
, young people, families, and in supporting parents perinatally and beyond. I work with a wide range of issues that may have you or your
child
/family feeling unhappy, struggling, worried, or experiencing difficulties in relationships. I have experience of working with parents during pregnancy and perinatally where there may be struggles with mood and anxiety, or the transition to parenthood. I will provide an empathetic and confidential space to help you explore the challenges that have brought you to therapy, and to consider ways of of moving forward.

Vania Piludu
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
My clinical experience began in 1997, and since then I have worked with adults,
children
and families in various settings including the Italian Mental Health and Social Systems, NHS and the private sector. I have worked with people with a broad range of emotional and psychological difficulties such as depression, anxiety, panic disorder, health problems, isolation, childhood abuse, trauma, loss and past and present relationship problems. I am able to offer both short and long-term counselling and psychotherapy, taking into account the nature of clients' concerns and needs. PLEASE CONTACT ME BY EMAIL AND LEAVE YOUR TELEPHONE NUMBER.

Maurhys Phillips
Counsellor, MNCS Prof Accred
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced counsellor for an independent counselling organisation and in a university. In my private work I work with
children
, young people, adults and families life is tough and I therefore offer support for people who are struggling with their mental health. I have worked in education for the past 10 years as a Teaching Assistant, Senior Learning Mentor, School Counsellor and Deputy Safeguarding Lead. This has given me a deep understanding of a various of issues particularly issues involving race and diversity, school issues, gender and sexuality issues too.

Dr Bina Sharma
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have worked in mental health for over ten years with adults across the lifespan,
children
and families who have experienced a range of difficulties, in both community and inpatient settings. I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology at the University of Hertfordshire and currently work in a specialist NHS service for people with learning disabilities. I also have a special interest in working with people with psychosis and unusual experiences and much of my pre-training experience was in this area.

The Eating Disorder Psychologist
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, AFBPSsS
Verified
Verified
Recovery from an eating disorder is hard work. Working through daily challenges takes courage, strength and persistence. We are a team of eating disorder specialists consisting of psychologists, psychotherapists, dietitians, recovery workers and body movement therapists who provide holistic evidence-based treatment for
children
, adolescents, adults and families. We employ a virtual treatment platform that enables our partnerships to grow and work together effortlessly. Through the use of technology, we are able to implement solutions to help clients access specialist treatment and support at any locality.

Dr Gary Burgess
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
When emotional problems arise it can be difficult to acknowledge them and know where to turn. Your search for help may have begun with difficulties in your relationships or feeling stuck, lost, overwhelmed or frustrated. I work with
children
, adolescents, parents and families who face a range of difficult or distressing experiences. I understand these symptoms as signposts to underlying challenges and seek to work at multiple levels to affect change. I aim to help you have an increased sense of freedom and enjoyment in individual and/or family life, with less conflict.

Lisa Rose Akanuma
Psychotherapist, MSc, ACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If you are a parent or carer who has concerns about the emotional wellbeing of your
child
or your adolescent, email me so I can call you back as soon as I can for a free consultation to discuss how we can move forward as early intervention is crucial.
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.

Anna Dafna
Psychologist, MA, GMBPsS
Verified
Verified
I am an award-winning ADHD, executive function, NLP coach, qualified teacher, and psychologist. I coach neurodiverse (ADHD, ASD, dyslexia)
children
, adolescents, adults, educational institutions and organisations working with neurodiverse groups globally. Specialism: self-belief, esteem, awareness, acceptance, compassion, confidence, happiness, academic, professional, business performance, communication, leadership, social skills, efficiency, productivity, organisation, time management, planning, prioritisation, task initiation, goal-directed persistence, focus, memory, emotional control, empowerment, inspiration, motivation.

Carly Read
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Verified
Verified
I'm an integrative counsellor, which means that I don't believe there is a one size fits all approach when it comes to therapy. So I will tailor therapy according to your needs and who you are. I have a particular interest though in working creatively (I'm also a practising artist) and I believe passionately in the potential of creativity to heal. I have years of experience working with both women,
children
and young people, having worked for respected charities like Women's Aid, NSPCC and The National Domestic Violence Helpline and I feel passionate about enabling both groups to have their voices heard.

Adele Braun
Psychotherapist, ACP
Verified
Verified
I have an MPsychpsych (6-year postgraduate training) and I am registered with the Association of
Child
Psychotherapists (ACP), for work with
children
and young people up to the age of 25, as well as parents, carers and professionals. I have 20 years of experience working with
children
and families, including clinical and leadership positions within the NHS and in many mainstream and specialist schools. Most recently, running a specialist CAMHS service within the NHS in West London and as a Visiting Lecturer on Postgraduate mental health courses at the Tavistock & Portman.
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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.