Child Counselling in London
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Anna Dafna
Psychologist, MA, GMBPsS
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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.

Melissa Heming
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
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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.

Lital Bejerano
Psychotherapist, MBACP
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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.

Liz Malpass
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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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.

Heather Dingle
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
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For new parents - we’ll use music to help process the changes and support the attachment relationship between you and your new
child
, during pregnancy or after a birth or adoption.
Creative arts therapy is for adults,
children
, and babies. As in traditional talk therapy, we’ll use the sessions to form a relationship and focus on areas that have brought you to therapy. In the sessions you'll have the chance to use music or other art activities to share and express your emotions. Sometimes you might choose to use this as a springboard for talking, or it can be a way to explore and process when you’re not ready to verbally process yet.
London SE20

Dr Stephanie Doig
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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Hello, my name is Stephanie, I'm a Clinical Psychologist specialising in working with
children
, teens, young adults and their families. I have 13 years + experience in the NHS working in a range of services including
Child
and Adolescent Services (CAMHS). I completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology at Newcastle University followed by a Masters at New York University and finally my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of East London. I have also been a lecturer in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) at Masters level.

Amanda Rabin
Psychotherapist, ACP
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I have a wealth of experience and have worked within the NHS and in Private Practice. I offer therapeutic work within a clinic setting to infants,
children
, adolescents, young people, parents and couples. I supervise and offer consultation to other professionals.

Jacqui Crane
Counsellor, MBACP
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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.

Gabriella Maceiras
Psychotherapist, MA
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I offer a service to
children
, adolescents, and young adults to allow them to begin to understand and explore how their past experiences have impacted on their lives, to be able to regulate their emotions and behaviours in order to cope with life’s challenges. Often the problems experienced are related to or are the result of past traumas or even just finding it hard to cope with life generally with all its pressures and difficulties. I can also see families and parents who can sometimes struggle to understand the problems facing them as a family unit. I am offering a safe and non-judgemental space, where we can begin to understand

Lucia Rossi
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
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I am an Adult,
Child
and Adolescent Therapeutic Counsellor with over a decade of training in mental health, working with an integrative approach. I hold a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and a MSc in Applied Cognitive Neuroscience (Psychology). I have trained integratively in the Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and Level 4 Certificate in Counselling
Children
. I also hold relevant training in CBT. I am currently completing the UKCP approved MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy at Metanoia Insitute and Middlesex University. I am a member of the BPS, a Registered Member of the BACP and hold a DBS check certificate on the Update Service.

Heather Page
Psychotherapist, MBACP
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Working with
children
, through metaphor and play therapy, my aim is to enable
children
to understand and more effectively manage their emotions and behaviour, to find their voice and tell their story.
You may come to therapy to speak about issues that make you angry, afraid or unhappy or that simply don't make sense. Understanding that we are all unique, with our own strengths, qualities and interests, as well as challenges, is hugely important for our well-being. We also know that through having a balanced view of ourselves, we can feel better equipped to cope with difficult emotional and psychological experiences and make positive connections with others. In our sessions, we will have the chance to explore whatever is troubling you to help you identify and confront such issues and feel more confident about yourself.
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Lisa Rose Akanuma
Psychotherapist, MSc, ACP
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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.

Circle Psychology Partners Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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I am Dr Christine Langhoff, Clinical Psychologist and the director of Clinical Psychology Partners. I have worked as a psychologist since 2008 and in private practice Dulwich Psychologist since 2013. I manage a team of more than 30 therapists (clinical and counselling psychologists, psychotherapists, family therapists, CBT therapists) who offer therapy for
children
, adolescents, families, adults and couples in Southeast London. We offer therapy incl. CBT, CFT, EMDR and ACT therapy for Depression (incl. Postnatal), Anxiety, Relationship Problems, Stress, Bereavement, Bereavement and More.

Natalie Kanakam
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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Dr Natalie Kanakam is a Senior Clinical Psychologist with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a PhD in Psychological Medicine. She has worked with adults, families, and young people and currently works at Great Ormond Street Hospital. She provides interventions for people who have eating disorders, autism, anxiety, depression, medically unexplained symptoms and Tourette's syndrome. I have worked within adults,
child
and specialist mental health teams for 15 years within the NHS, and in private practice. I work in a client centred way, which values your identity and understands your cultural context using a non-judgemental stance
London SE1
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Nicole Krokidis
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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I offer specialist clinical psychology assessment, formulation and treatment to
children
, adolescents, parents and young adults based in South East London. I can offer face to face sessions in Blackheath or online therapy.

Little Bee Clinic
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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Offering a fresh approach to psychological therapy from the young and vibrant Little Bee Clinic. We are here to support
children
, young people and families. Who are you? Ilan, Amy and Elizabeth are a group of colleagues and friends who aim to offer a modern approach to psychological therapy. We have all been trained as Clinical Psychologists, which means we have lots of experience working with
children
, young people and families.

Maurhys Phillips
Counsellor, MNCS Prof Accred
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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.
Dipti Shah
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
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I am a systemic family therapist, and an integrative counsellor, which includes CBT. I am based at the London
Child
, Adult and Family Therapy Centre. I have over 25 years’ experience of working with people and supporting them to overcome a range of emotional and behavioural dilemmas. These dilemmas can become problematic when normalised and left unmanaged or unresolved. They are often the roots of problems affecting personal and professional relationships. Through therapy, I support
children
; adolescents; adults; couples; family's, which including adult
children
and groups of people who have shared interests and responsibilities.

Adele Braun
Psychotherapist, ACP
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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.

Elodie De-Souza
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Verified
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Outside of private practice, I work with
children
and young people in school settings, providing a safe, nurturing and person-centred environment for
children
who have been identified as in need of additional support.
I am an MBACP registered psychotherapist. I work with clients of all ages, but have a particular interest in working with
children
and young people. I have a longstanding interest in how our early relationships affect our development. I offer counselling (including play therapy where appropriate) and parenting support. I work as an integrative therapist. This means I blend elements from different approaches and I tailor this according to each of my client’s needs. This can include exploring how buried thoughts, feelings and experiences shape our current relationships.
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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.