Parenting Counselling in Pangbourne
Most people find themselves in emotional distress at some point in their lives. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, overwhelm, trauma, stress, anger, identity issues or maybe you can't put your struggles into words.
You may have suffered a major life event or loss which has left you unable to feel you can cope. Or perhaps you have had an underlying feeling for many years that something isn’t quite right and you would like to explore your internal world in its own right.
Most people find themselves in emotional distress at some point in their lives. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, overwhelm, trauma, stress, anger, identity issues or maybe you can't put your struggles into words.
You may have suffered a major life event or loss which has left you unable to feel you can cope. Or perhaps you have had an underlying feeling for many years that something isn’t quite right and you would like to explore your internal world in its own right.
I use a holistic approach to helping children to heal by supporting both parents and their children .
I offer a holistic approach to therapy supporting both parents and their children. Play therapy can help a child of any age as they regress during their therapeutic process as a way of healing trauma. Parent consultations help the parents to be part of their child's therapeutic process.
I use a holistic approach to helping children to heal by supporting both parents and their children .
I offer a holistic approach to therapy supporting both parents and their children. Play therapy can help a child of any age as they regress during their therapeutic process as a way of healing trauma. Parent consultations help the parents to be part of their child's therapeutic process.
Whether you are an individual in search of help or looking for emotional support, I understand that it is hard to know where to start when finding a therapist. I am an experienced, accredited and personable psychotherapist working face to face with adults and young adults in Reading, Berkshire, or online. Finding the right therapist for you is so important, therefore I offer a free initial consultation so we can chat about what therapy may best suit your needs, if I am the right therapist for you, and if working together has the potential for change for the better.
Whether you are an individual in search of help or looking for emotional support, I understand that it is hard to know where to start when finding a therapist. I am an experienced, accredited and personable psychotherapist working face to face with adults and young adults in Reading, Berkshire, or online. Finding the right therapist for you is so important, therefore I offer a free initial consultation so we can chat about what therapy may best suit your needs, if I am the right therapist for you, and if working together has the potential for change for the better.
Is there something in your life you want to change? Do you feel lost, unable to get on with your life? Are you looking to conquer a fear, break a habit, make a change in your life or simply want to manage the stresses of everyday living. Take a look at my website and make the first step in creating the positive changes you want in your life. Given the current COVID - 19 situation and also our busy lives and hectic schedules I offer confidential online therapy using Skype or Zoom. I am also seeing clients face to face both in my Reading and London locations.
Is there something in your life you want to change? Do you feel lost, unable to get on with your life? Are you looking to conquer a fear, break a habit, make a change in your life or simply want to manage the stresses of everyday living. Take a look at my website and make the first step in creating the positive changes you want in your life. Given the current COVID - 19 situation and also our busy lives and hectic schedules I offer confidential online therapy using Skype or Zoom. I am also seeing clients face to face both in my Reading and London locations.
Taking the first step into therapy can feel daunting, and finding someone you feel comfortable with matters. You might be coming because something does not feel quite right, even if it is hard to put into words. You may be feeling anxious or overwhelmed, struggling in relationships, or noticing yourself reacting in ways that do not feel like you.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where we can begin to make sense of what is going on, at a pace that feels manageable. Together, we can begin to understand what matters to you and make sense of your experience. I am here to walk by your side not tell you where to go
Taking the first step into therapy can feel daunting, and finding someone you feel comfortable with matters. You might be coming because something does not feel quite right, even if it is hard to put into words. You may be feeling anxious or overwhelmed, struggling in relationships, or noticing yourself reacting in ways that do not feel like you.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where we can begin to make sense of what is going on, at a pace that feels manageable. Together, we can begin to understand what matters to you and make sense of your experience. I am here to walk by your side not tell you where to go
My parenting coaching sessions expand on this also.
Hi, I’m Emma and I offer a compassionate and containing space for us to explore what it is that has brought you into therapy and how we can understand what is needed for you to have the full life experiencer that you desire. I offer an eclectic approach to therapy, depending on the needs you are coming for and the age, circumstance and appropriateness of how we will work together. I believe the relationship we hold is at the centre of the healing process and so I will be focused on what that needs to be for you and how that needs to be developed with others too.
My parenting coaching sessions expand on this also.
Hi, I’m Emma and I offer a compassionate and containing space for us to explore what it is that has brought you into therapy and how we can understand what is needed for you to have the full life experiencer that you desire. I offer an eclectic approach to therapy, depending on the needs you are coming for and the age, circumstance and appropriateness of how we will work together. I believe the relationship we hold is at the centre of the healing process and so I will be focused on what that needs to be for you and how that needs to be developed with others too.
If you are facing family issues or challenges in relationships with children, friends, colleagues or romantic partnerships. Experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem or low confidence. Or experiencing a transition in your personal or work life my aim is to support and guide you.
I provide a safe, warm and empathetic environment where you can freely share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgement. Ensuring you feel heard, supported, and empowered every step of the way as I help you navigate the challenges you face.
If you are facing family issues or challenges in relationships with children, friends, colleagues or romantic partnerships. Experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem or low confidence. Or experiencing a transition in your personal or work life my aim is to support and guide you.
I provide a safe, warm and empathetic environment where you can freely share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgement. Ensuring you feel heard, supported, and empowered every step of the way as I help you navigate the challenges you face.
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You are getting easily frustrated and overwhelmed as a parent.
You have a safe space to process and debrief; and gain techniques and tools to look after your mental health and cope with challenges in yours and your child's daily life. You may need advice or support outside of session time; you are gaining an understanding helping hand with feedback and after sessions and communication whenever you need.
You are getting easily frustrated and overwhelmed as a parent.
You have a safe space to process and debrief; and gain techniques and tools to look after your mental health and cope with challenges in yours and your child's daily life. You may need advice or support outside of session time; you are gaining an understanding helping hand with feedback and after sessions and communication whenever you need.
With 25 years in the NHS, supporting life's full spectrum, I've worked in diverse settings: community, hospice, public health, and college, including pregnancy, parenting and Perinatal MH.
Hi I am here to help when life feels heavy and connection seems out of reach.
Healing from past experiences and building secure connections is possible.
I offer a trauma-informed approach to counselling, specialising in attachment and childhood trauma, to support individuals 16yr and above experiencing anxiety, stress, navigating ADHD, Autism (Neurodiversity) and emotional overwhelm, particularly those navigating parenthood or significant life transitions. Together, we'll explore your emotions, find clarity, and build the resilience you need to thrive.
With 25 years in the NHS, supporting life's full spectrum, I've worked in diverse settings: community, hospice, public health, and college, including pregnancy, parenting and Perinatal MH.
Hi I am here to help when life feels heavy and connection seems out of reach.
Healing from past experiences and building secure connections is possible.
I offer a trauma-informed approach to counselling, specialising in attachment and childhood trauma, to support individuals 16yr and above experiencing anxiety, stress, navigating ADHD, Autism (Neurodiversity) and emotional overwhelm, particularly those navigating parenthood or significant life transitions. Together, we'll explore your emotions, find clarity, and build the resilience you need to thrive.
I am passionate about building strong foundations and connections for life through nurturing parents and babies.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience, specialising in trauma and mood disorders associated with fertility, pregnancy, birth, and parenthood. I also work with women experiencing mental health difficulties across the lifespan. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space to safely explore anxiety, trauma, loss, depression and shifting identities. My approach is containing, collaborative and adapted to your individual needs to help you make sense of your feelings, work out what is keeping you stuck, and find ways to break free from unhelpful patterns.
I am passionate about building strong foundations and connections for life through nurturing parents and babies.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience, specialising in trauma and mood disorders associated with fertility, pregnancy, birth, and parenthood. I also work with women experiencing mental health difficulties across the lifespan. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space to safely explore anxiety, trauma, loss, depression and shifting identities. My approach is containing, collaborative and adapted to your individual needs to help you make sense of your feelings, work out what is keeping you stuck, and find ways to break free from unhelpful patterns.
I work with individuals aged 17 and above experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, burnout, trauma, and difficulties rooted in early life experiences, as well as adjustment to parenting.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC, with over 20 years of experience working within psychology in a range of roles including within the NHS. Following qualification I undertook further training in EMDR and Experiential Dynamic Therapy, an approach focusing on emotional experience and what can get in the way of it.
I work with individuals aged 17 and above experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, burnout, trauma, and difficulties rooted in early life experiences, as well as adjustment to parenting.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC, with over 20 years of experience working within psychology in a range of roles including within the NHS. Following qualification I undertook further training in EMDR and Experiential Dynamic Therapy, an approach focusing on emotional experience and what can get in the way of it.
I also work with adults, offer parent work, & supervise therapists working in this field.
I initially qualified as a adult counsellor later gaining a Masters in working with Children, Young People & Families at the Tavistock & Portman NHS Trust. Throughout my career I have always been passionate about young people having spaces to meet with safe, empathetic, non-judgemental adults as they seek to understand & accept themselves more fully.
I also work with adults, offer parent work, & supervise therapists working in this field.
I initially qualified as a adult counsellor later gaining a Masters in working with Children, Young People & Families at the Tavistock & Portman NHS Trust. Throughout my career I have always been passionate about young people having spaces to meet with safe, empathetic, non-judgemental adults as they seek to understand & accept themselves more fully.
You don't have to face life's challenges alone, I offer compassionate personalised therapy in a safe and welcoming space supporting individuals, couples and parents through times of emotional difficulty, trauma and transition.
No two people are the same and therapy with me will reflect that. My approach is rooted in psychodynamic and attachment-based models. I also draw on trauma-informed care, mindfulness, and emotional regulation practices, adapting our work to meet your unique needs and life story.
You don't have to face life's challenges alone, I offer compassionate personalised therapy in a safe and welcoming space supporting individuals, couples and parents through times of emotional difficulty, trauma and transition.
No two people are the same and therapy with me will reflect that. My approach is rooted in psychodynamic and attachment-based models. I also draw on trauma-informed care, mindfulness, and emotional regulation practices, adapting our work to meet your unique needs and life story.
Is your relationship struggling? Are you feeling unsettled by a change in your life? Are you stressed? With over 20 years of experience as a Systemic and Family Therapist, I specialise in working with couples and families and offer individual therapy. Life is full of changes, both planned and unexpected. Whether you're transitioning into a new life stage, facing a significant life event like migrating, or dealing with an unforeseen situation, these changes can often lead to anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties.
Is your relationship struggling? Are you feeling unsettled by a change in your life? Are you stressed? With over 20 years of experience as a Systemic and Family Therapist, I specialise in working with couples and families and offer individual therapy. Life is full of changes, both planned and unexpected. Whether you're transitioning into a new life stage, facing a significant life event like migrating, or dealing with an unforeseen situation, these changes can often lead to anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties.
I am a Relate trained SPECIALIST RELATIONSHIP THERAPIST with 15 years experience working with COUPLES, FAMILIES and INDIVIDUALS who are seeking help on working with all aspects of relationship difficulties. Are you in a cycle of arguments that you cannot escape? Or faced with issues that are making you feel anxious or depressed? If so communication is often at the heart of the problem and talking with an experienced therapist in a calm and non-judgemental environment can allow for a different way to communicate leading to a more effective way to understand and be understood.
I am a Relate trained SPECIALIST RELATIONSHIP THERAPIST with 15 years experience working with COUPLES, FAMILIES and INDIVIDUALS who are seeking help on working with all aspects of relationship difficulties. Are you in a cycle of arguments that you cannot escape? Or faced with issues that are making you feel anxious or depressed? If so communication is often at the heart of the problem and talking with an experienced therapist in a calm and non-judgemental environment can allow for a different way to communicate leading to a more effective way to understand and be understood.
I get it. I've been there. You seem confident, ambitious and are always there for others. People think you lead a great life but it doesn’t always feel that way. You got through childhood and teenage years and have lots to be grateful for. Despite all of your effort and achievement in life, something doesn't feel quite right. An anxious, nagging feeling sits in your mind and body and makes you uncomfortable in your own skin. You’ve ignored it and carried on but you have many questions. It’s frustrating and exhausting but something has prompted you to find answers. You want to be more relaxed within yourself and feel good enough.
I get it. I've been there. You seem confident, ambitious and are always there for others. People think you lead a great life but it doesn’t always feel that way. You got through childhood and teenage years and have lots to be grateful for. Despite all of your effort and achievement in life, something doesn't feel quite right. An anxious, nagging feeling sits in your mind and body and makes you uncomfortable in your own skin. You’ve ignored it and carried on but you have many questions. It’s frustrating and exhausting but something has prompted you to find answers. You want to be more relaxed within yourself and feel good enough.
I offer a gentle, reflective environment for:
Parents & Babies: Translating the unspoken language of early distress.
A Dedicated Space for Reflection
Whether you are navigating the complexities of your own internal world or seeking to understand the developing mind of your child, therapy offers a rare, dedicated space for reflection. From the unspoken language of infancy to the recurring patterns of adult life, we work to uncover the deeper architecture of the self.
In a world that often demands immediate answers, my practice provides a quiet room for reflection—a steady environment where the human experience can be explored without judgment or haste.
I offer a gentle, reflective environment for:
Parents & Babies: Translating the unspoken language of early distress.
A Dedicated Space for Reflection
Whether you are navigating the complexities of your own internal world or seeking to understand the developing mind of your child, therapy offers a rare, dedicated space for reflection. From the unspoken language of infancy to the recurring patterns of adult life, we work to uncover the deeper architecture of the self.
In a world that often demands immediate answers, my practice provides a quiet room for reflection—a steady environment where the human experience can be explored without judgment or haste.
I specialise in child mental health, parenting and parent wellbeing.
I work integratively, which means that I draw upon multiple different models to develop an individualised approach which is most appropriate for you. I can work closely with schools and other professionals to ensure a consistent approach across settings for your child. I will work collaboratively with you to ensure that we are moving towards your goals.
I specialise in child mental health, parenting and parent wellbeing.
I work integratively, which means that I draw upon multiple different models to develop an individualised approach which is most appropriate for you. I can work closely with schools and other professionals to ensure a consistent approach across settings for your child. I will work collaboratively with you to ensure that we are moving towards your goals.
In February 2026 We are expanding our clinical services to provide online parental guidance courses, these include:
'Growing Healthy Small People'
' Parenting Adolescents in distress'
' Parenting a child with ADHD'.
Helping children with emotional and psychological difficulties is a difficult task for parents, The Children's Consultancy provides comprehensive parental guidance.
Kim holds Acredited professional membership and CYPT registration with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy society, is fully professionally insured and has enhanced DBS check status
In February 2026 We are expanding our clinical services to provide online parental guidance courses, these include:
'Growing Healthy Small People'
' Parenting Adolescents in distress'
' Parenting a child with ADHD'.
Helping children with emotional and psychological difficulties is a difficult task for parents, The Children's Consultancy provides comprehensive parental guidance.
Kim holds Acredited professional membership and CYPT registration with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy society, is fully professionally insured and has enhanced DBS check status
Maybe you feel disconnected, irritable, guilty, and not the parent/ partner/ person that you want to be.
Research has shown CBT and EMDR to be highly effective therapies for working with these and other difficulties. Whatever is going on for you and however hard it may feel to speak about it, please know that you are welcome here. Feel free to have a look at my website for more about me and my approach.
Maybe you feel disconnected, irritable, guilty, and not the parent/ partner/ person that you want to be.
Research has shown CBT and EMDR to be highly effective therapies for working with these and other difficulties. Whatever is going on for you and however hard it may feel to speak about it, please know that you are welcome here. Feel free to have a look at my website for more about me and my approach.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.