Counselling for Children in Milton Keynes

Meadow Counselling
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Children, Teens, Adults - Experienced in working with neurodiverse clients of all ages.
I can help with depression, anxiety, stuckness, relationships, phobias and bereavement. I specialise in trauma recovery, both experienced and witnessed. My particular interest is working with survivors of sexual abuse/assault. I offer specialised support to men and LGBTQI+ individuals. I am neurodiversity friendly, adapting our space to meet your needs.
Children, Teens, Adults - Experienced in working with neurodiverse clients of all ages.
I can help with depression, anxiety, stuckness, relationships, phobias and bereavement. I specialise in trauma recovery, both experienced and witnessed. My particular interest is working with survivors of sexual abuse/assault. I offer specialised support to men and LGBTQI+ individuals. I am neurodiversity friendly, adapting our space to meet your needs.
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Jessica Ohene-Djan
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
There are lots of reasons someone might think about therapy; maybe you’re navigating a tricky life event, wanting to understand yourself a bit better, or looking for support with anxiety, stress, or other emotional challenges. Even deciding to start therapy can feel like a journey in itself. And then there’s the next step: finding a therapist who feels like a good fit. I work with a wide range of issues, including but not limited to: anxiety, emotional overwhelm, family challenges, life purpose, spirituality, racial identity, self-esteem, and confidence.
There are lots of reasons someone might think about therapy; maybe you’re navigating a tricky life event, wanting to understand yourself a bit better, or looking for support with anxiety, stress, or other emotional challenges. Even deciding to start therapy can feel like a journey in itself. And then there’s the next step: finding a therapist who feels like a good fit. I work with a wide range of issues, including but not limited to: anxiety, emotional overwhelm, family challenges, life purpose, spirituality, racial identity, self-esteem, and confidence.
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Olivia Doughty
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
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
Chioma Dafikpaku
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
If you or your child is struggling with anxiety, OCD, trauma, or depression.
I understand how overwhelming these challenges can feel. Whether you want to reduce obsessive thoughts, manage anxiety or low mood, we would collaboratively work together to help you make sense of your thoughts and patterns and how this is keeping you stuck. We will work together to build a life that is more manageable and meaningful for you.
If you or your child is struggling with anxiety, OCD, trauma, or depression.
I understand how overwhelming these challenges can feel. Whether you want to reduce obsessive thoughts, manage anxiety or low mood, we would collaboratively work together to help you make sense of your thoughts and patterns and how this is keeping you stuck. We will work together to build a life that is more manageable and meaningful for you.
01908 103940 View 01908 103940
The Paros Practice
Psychotherapist, MSc, MHGI
I am a practising Human Givens Psychotherapist, working in Woburn Sands (near Milton Keynes). Most of my clients come to me with a number of emotional issues relating to depression, addiction, anxiety or stress, trauma or phobia. All my clients are from a variety of ages and background. I work with couples as well as individuals. My track record in securing rapid and enduring change ensures that I provide the best possible service and outcomes for my clients.
I am a practising Human Givens Psychotherapist, working in Woburn Sands (near Milton Keynes). Most of my clients come to me with a number of emotional issues relating to depression, addiction, anxiety or stress, trauma or phobia. All my clients are from a variety of ages and background. I work with couples as well as individuals. My track record in securing rapid and enduring change ensures that I provide the best possible service and outcomes for my clients.
01908 015420 View 01908 015420
Caroline McBride
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I'm skilled and experienced in building strong therapeutic relationships with children, young people and adults.
Using an Integrative approach we build a strong therapeutic relationship to explore, build insight and understanding, develop strategies and facilitate you to reach your goals. I’ve worked extensively with Trauma, loss, depression, anxiety and abuse in multiple settings. I’m a clinical Supervisor and an EMDR therapist for both adults and children
I'm skilled and experienced in building strong therapeutic relationships with children, young people and adults.
Using an Integrative approach we build a strong therapeutic relationship to explore, build insight and understanding, develop strategies and facilitate you to reach your goals. I’ve worked extensively with Trauma, loss, depression, anxiety and abuse in multiple settings. I’m a clinical Supervisor and an EMDR therapist for both adults and children
01788 228284 View 01788 228284
Peace of Mind Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
There are times when life can burden people with situations that can leave them feeling overwhelmed, lost, and stuck. We understand how difficult it can be to navigate your way through such challenges and the detriment this can sometimes have on your mental health and wellbeing. We know that sometimes, what is really needed, is a helping hand. That’s why, we are passionate and dedicated to supporting people in their journey and helping them overcome their difficulties and work towards taking positive steps that can help guide them back to leading a satisfying and fulfilling life.
There are times when life can burden people with situations that can leave them feeling overwhelmed, lost, and stuck. We understand how difficult it can be to navigate your way through such challenges and the detriment this can sometimes have on your mental health and wellbeing. We know that sometimes, what is really needed, is a helping hand. That’s why, we are passionate and dedicated to supporting people in their journey and helping them overcome their difficulties and work towards taking positive steps that can help guide them back to leading a satisfying and fulfilling life.
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We are non-judgemental and have a wealth of experience between us, from working with addictions, offenders, children, clients with brain injuries and couples.
You might be feeling low, anxious or on edge; struggling with sleeping or eating; have experienced a bereavement or other life event; finding relationships difficult; panicking, worrying or overthinking; struggling to manage your emotions; feeling stuck in a cycle; with negative or anxious thoughts. You may have neurodivergence, like ADHD or Autism.
We are non-judgemental and have a wealth of experience between us, from working with addictions, offenders, children, clients with brain injuries and couples.
You might be feeling low, anxious or on edge; struggling with sleeping or eating; have experienced a bereavement or other life event; finding relationships difficult; panicking, worrying or overthinking; struggling to manage your emotions; feeling stuck in a cycle; with negative or anxious thoughts. You may have neurodivergence, like ADHD or Autism.
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Convergence Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP
I enjoy challenges, although I also specialise in ADD/ADHD non-meds assessment and management, child/adolescents/family, with Couples successes.
My Book No More Trauma! relates. Also my book Freedom in Spirituality, is non-Religious and is also studied by my students as a holistic balance in psychotherapy and spirituality for the profession. You can’t change others but you can change yourself to be a better you.
I enjoy challenges, although I also specialise in ADD/ADHD non-meds assessment and management, child/adolescents/family, with Couples successes.
My Book No More Trauma! relates. Also my book Freedom in Spirituality, is non-Religious and is also studied by my students as a holistic balance in psychotherapy and spirituality for the profession. You can’t change others but you can change yourself to be a better you.
01908 103053 View 01908 103053
Blume Psychology Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
We work with people who suspect they or their children may be neurodivergent, who wish to explore the way their brain works, their strengths and differences.
We offer short wait times for NICE compliant Autism assessments, ADHD Assessments, combined ASD and ADHD assessments and cognitive assessments performed by HCPC registered clinical psychologists. For our assessment clients receiving a neurodivergent diagnosis; we provide robust and personalised post- diagnostic support from experienced clinical psychologists
We work with people who suspect they or their children may be neurodivergent, who wish to explore the way their brain works, their strengths and differences.
We offer short wait times for NICE compliant Autism assessments, ADHD Assessments, combined ASD and ADHD assessments and cognitive assessments performed by HCPC registered clinical psychologists. For our assessment clients receiving a neurodivergent diagnosis; we provide robust and personalised post- diagnostic support from experienced clinical psychologists
01908 103164 View 01908 103164
Brenda Salawu
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Online Only
Hello, I’m Brenda, a UKCP-registered Systemic Psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience across the NHS, education and care sectors, I specialise in working with couples experiencing persistent conflict, emotional disconnection, breakdowns in communication, or difficulties rebuilding trust. I also work with individuals experiencing anxiety, low mood, overthinking, stress, and relationship-related difficulties, including those linked to neurodivergence. Many people I work with feel stuck in repeating patterns that are difficult to change, whether in their relationship, family life, or within themselves.
Hello, I’m Brenda, a UKCP-registered Systemic Psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience across the NHS, education and care sectors, I specialise in working with couples experiencing persistent conflict, emotional disconnection, breakdowns in communication, or difficulties rebuilding trust. I also work with individuals experiencing anxiety, low mood, overthinking, stress, and relationship-related difficulties, including those linked to neurodivergence. Many people I work with feel stuck in repeating patterns that are difficult to change, whether in their relationship, family life, or within themselves.
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Debbie Strafford
Counsellor, BACP
Emotional and psychological difficulties can occur at any age and growing up can be challenging, it can often leave children feeling out of control.
Specialising in ASD, ADHD, anxiety and depression, helping children/young people to make sense of their experiences. Led by the client, the approach is always uniquely adapted. Using a wide range of resources to play, make art, tell stories, play music or talk promotes discussions that explore feelings and helps them to better understand their emotions.
Emotional and psychological difficulties can occur at any age and growing up can be challenging, it can often leave children feeling out of control.
Specialising in ASD, ADHD, anxiety and depression, helping children/young people to make sense of their experiences. Led by the client, the approach is always uniquely adapted. Using a wide range of resources to play, make art, tell stories, play music or talk promotes discussions that explore feelings and helps them to better understand their emotions.
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Listening Space Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
I work with adults and children of all ages.
I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist (MSc, BACP registered) working with adults and children. My approach is person-centred and draws on CBT, psychodynamic therapy and creative methods. I also offer aromatherapy, reflexology, Indian head massage and mindfulness. Sessions available in person and online.
I work with adults and children of all ages.
I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist (MSc, BACP registered) working with adults and children. My approach is person-centred and draws on CBT, psychodynamic therapy and creative methods. I also offer aromatherapy, reflexology, Indian head massage and mindfulness. Sessions available in person and online.
01788 226597 View 01788 226597
Funmi Oni
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Today I have worked with children, young people, and adults.
As an Author and Certified Relationship Counselor trained in Gottman Methods, I blend counseling and life coaching to help you rediscover your inner strength. Are you facing- Relationship conflicts or marriage struggles- - Job dissatisfaction or life stress - - Low self-esteem or confidence issues - - Grief from miscarriage - - Communication challenges - Together, we'll develop practical strategies to navigate these challenges and build a more fulfilling life. Your journey to healing starts with one conversation.
Today I have worked with children, young people, and adults.
As an Author and Certified Relationship Counselor trained in Gottman Methods, I blend counseling and life coaching to help you rediscover your inner strength. Are you facing- Relationship conflicts or marriage struggles- - Job dissatisfaction or life stress - - Low self-esteem or confidence issues - - Grief from miscarriage - - Communication challenges - Together, we'll develop practical strategies to navigate these challenges and build a more fulfilling life. Your journey to healing starts with one conversation.
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Smita Davé
Psychotherapist, MSc
I work as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist in an NHS CAMHS ( Child and Adolesecent Services) service and a small private practice.
OCD is my area of expertise and interest and have extensive experience with using CBT and ERP for OCD. I also work with co morbidity including those on the autistic spectrum using adapted CBT models. As well as OCD I work with many other anxiety and mood disorders.
I work as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist in an NHS CAMHS ( Child and Adolesecent Services) service and a small private practice.
OCD is my area of expertise and interest and have extensive experience with using CBT and ERP for OCD. I also work with co morbidity including those on the autistic spectrum using adapted CBT models. As well as OCD I work with many other anxiety and mood disorders.
07956 308774 View 07956 308774
Petronela Antemia
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
I am a qualified counsellor happy to explore with you any difficulties, concerns, struggle or anxiety you may be experiencing in your life. My formal training is in Humanistic Counselling based on Person-Centred approach. The humanistic approach provides you with an opportunity to explore your self-development, so you have a deeper understanding of who you are and what are are feeling, resulting in improved self-awareness. My person-centred approach means that I strive to build a collaborative and trusting relationship which will allow you to focus on what is important to you because you are the expert of your life.
I am a qualified counsellor happy to explore with you any difficulties, concerns, struggle or anxiety you may be experiencing in your life. My formal training is in Humanistic Counselling based on Person-Centred approach. The humanistic approach provides you with an opportunity to explore your self-development, so you have a deeper understanding of who you are and what are are feeling, resulting in improved self-awareness. My person-centred approach means that I strive to build a collaborative and trusting relationship which will allow you to focus on what is important to you because you are the expert of your life.
01256 236565 View 01256 236565
Serendipity Psychology Ltd Beds and Bucks
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serendipity Psychology is a team of professionally registered, highly qualified psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and occupational therapists working across Northamptonshire, Milton Keynes, Leicestershire, Coventry & Warwickshire and many other areas of the UK. Our team aspire to deliver exceptional, personalised psychological treatment and care throughout the time you need us. We offer a range of specialist support and pathways of care, including a neurodivergence pathway for the assessment and support of ASD and ADHD, and a lower-fee pathway for those who may struggle to access independent therapy because of the cost.
Serendipity Psychology is a team of professionally registered, highly qualified psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and occupational therapists working across Northamptonshire, Milton Keynes, Leicestershire, Coventry & Warwickshire and many other areas of the UK. Our team aspire to deliver exceptional, personalised psychological treatment and care throughout the time you need us. We offer a range of specialist support and pathways of care, including a neurodivergence pathway for the assessment and support of ASD and ADHD, and a lower-fee pathway for those who may struggle to access independent therapy because of the cost.
01908 024513 View 01908 024513
Luxe Psychology Practice
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
We provide personalised care for adults, children, couples, and families in Central Milton Keynes, Central London, and online via video call.
Whatever challenges you are facing, whether anxiety, low mood, burnout, trauma, relationship difficulties or something else, we offer a compassionate, judgment-free space for therapy that meets you where you are. Our experienced clinicians combine evidence-based approaches with a calm, supportive style, tailored to help you create lasting, meaningful change.
We provide personalised care for adults, children, couples, and families in Central Milton Keynes, Central London, and online via video call.
Whatever challenges you are facing, whether anxiety, low mood, burnout, trauma, relationship difficulties or something else, we offer a compassionate, judgment-free space for therapy that meets you where you are. Our experienced clinicians combine evidence-based approaches with a calm, supportive style, tailored to help you create lasting, meaningful change.
020 4538 0728 View 020 4538 0728
Mindsource
Counsellor
Do you feel stuck, unsatisfied, restless and not sure of who your are or what your purpose is anymore? Thats where I can help. There is one thing that all my clients have in common, they arrive because they have usually tried everything else and leaving say 'I wish I'd known about hypnotherapy before' I help people move beyond their perceived block into breakthrough and beyond. Letting go of old patterns and limiting beliefs that trying harder cant shift. It's not about becoming someone new or adopting new habits, it's about shedding the layers and remembering who you are.
Do you feel stuck, unsatisfied, restless and not sure of who your are or what your purpose is anymore? Thats where I can help. There is one thing that all my clients have in common, they arrive because they have usually tried everything else and leaving say 'I wish I'd known about hypnotherapy before' I help people move beyond their perceived block into breakthrough and beyond. Letting go of old patterns and limiting beliefs that trying harder cant shift. It's not about becoming someone new or adopting new habits, it's about shedding the layers and remembering who you are.
01296 798844 View 01296 798844
At YSF our counsellors and psychotherapists work with children and young people, alongside parents and carers who are concerned about their child’s emotional wellbeing.
We support a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, trauma, emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), emotional regulation difficulties, self-esteem issues, and bereavement support, including anticipatory grief. trauma-informed, relational, and carefully tailored to each child or young person.
At YSF our counsellors and psychotherapists work with children and young people, alongside parents and carers who are concerned about their child’s emotional wellbeing.
We support a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, trauma, emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), emotional regulation difficulties, self-esteem issues, and bereavement support, including anticipatory grief. trauma-informed, relational, and carefully tailored to each child or young person.
01536 909821 View 01536 909821

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FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviours change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).

What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way

What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.

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 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.