Counselling for Children in Polegate
I have a special interest in Autism and learning disabilities and particularly enjoy working with Parent/Carers and Children.
Hi, I am an experienced, qualified counsellor with many years experience of working with clients and families living with a diagnosis/ disability, Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Issues. This can be a challenging time for everyone and I can provide a safe, non judgemental space where individuals or families can bring their experiences and process their feelings. Clients have told me that this has help transform their lives, learning strategies and feeling empowered. You have already started the process by looking for a Counsellor, it is important to get the right person for you, so take your time.
I have a special interest in Autism and learning disabilities and particularly enjoy working with Parent/Carers and Children.
Hi, I am an experienced, qualified counsellor with many years experience of working with clients and families living with a diagnosis/ disability, Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Issues. This can be a challenging time for everyone and I can provide a safe, non judgemental space where individuals or families can bring their experiences and process their feelings. Clients have told me that this has help transform their lives, learning strategies and feeling empowered. You have already started the process by looking for a Counsellor, it is important to get the right person for you, so take your time.
I have lived experience as a parent/carer to my own neurodivergent children which coupled with my professional background and qualifications gives me a unique insight into the complex challenges faced and the nuanced approach needed for neurodivergent individuals to access suitable therapy.
I believe that everyone deserves access to the support they need to not just survive but thrive. Every individual is unique and I work in a client led way providing individualised, bespoke, needs led counselling which aims to support holistic wellbeing.
Together, we can explore difficult experiences and emotions to work through and find a way forward. I will acknowledge and value your experiences without judgment, ensuring you are really heard and listened to, helping you to move to a place where life becomes more liveable.
I have lived experience as a parent/carer to my own neurodivergent children which coupled with my professional background and qualifications gives me a unique insight into the complex challenges faced and the nuanced approach needed for neurodivergent individuals to access suitable therapy.
I believe that everyone deserves access to the support they need to not just survive but thrive. Every individual is unique and I work in a client led way providing individualised, bespoke, needs led counselling which aims to support holistic wellbeing.
Together, we can explore difficult experiences and emotions to work through and find a way forward. I will acknowledge and value your experiences without judgment, ensuring you are really heard and listened to, helping you to move to a place where life becomes more liveable.
Do you feel worried about your child's anxiety, low self-esteem or angry moods?
My person-centred approach is non-directive, child-led and very gentle in order to establish a therapeutic and nurturing relationship. Your child sets the pace, enabling trust and a sense of control. With my guidance, offering unconditional empathy, he/she is given the space and time to feel comfortable to share difficult emotions and work through them.
Do you feel worried about your child's anxiety, low self-esteem or angry moods?
My person-centred approach is non-directive, child-led and very gentle in order to establish a therapeutic and nurturing relationship. Your child sets the pace, enabling trust and a sense of control. With my guidance, offering unconditional empathy, he/she is given the space and time to feel comfortable to share difficult emotions and work through them.
I am a child therapist, parenting coach, life coach and EMDR and trauma therapist.
Are you finding parenting more challenging than you thought it would be? Is your child’s behavior driving you up the wall? Are ghosts from your own past stopping you from enjoying your parenting journey? I’m here to help. I offer parenting support, therapy and life coaching for parents who would like to get their mojo back and start enjoying life again.
I am a child therapist, parenting coach, life coach and EMDR and trauma therapist.
Are you finding parenting more challenging than you thought it would be? Is your child’s behavior driving you up the wall? Are ghosts from your own past stopping you from enjoying your parenting journey? I’m here to help. I offer parenting support, therapy and life coaching for parents who would like to get their mojo back and start enjoying life again.
I offer both face to face and telephone counselling and I work with adults, couples, teenagers and children.
Each person looking for counselling is unique and individual in their process. Therefore in order for you to feel safe in exploring personal challenges and difficulties, it is important that you feel connected and accepted without any judgement at all. Working together we can facilitate a space unique to your needs and develop a trusting and safe relationship. I offer a place where you can feel fully heard to take the courageous steps in exploring life events, inner challenges, worries, fears, hopes and dreams.
I offer both face to face and telephone counselling and I work with adults, couples, teenagers and children.
Each person looking for counselling is unique and individual in their process. Therefore in order for you to feel safe in exploring personal challenges and difficulties, it is important that you feel connected and accepted without any judgement at all. Working together we can facilitate a space unique to your needs and develop a trusting and safe relationship. I offer a place where you can feel fully heard to take the courageous steps in exploring life events, inner challenges, worries, fears, hopes and dreams.
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I specialize in supporting individuals, families, and neurodiverse children.
I specialize in evidence-based therapies like CBT, trauma-informed care, and mindfulness, supporting individuals, families, and neurodiverse children. I conduct Autism, ADHD and Dyslexia diagnostic assessments. My goal is to empower clients to overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve meaningful, positive change.
I specialize in supporting individuals, families, and neurodiverse children.
I specialize in evidence-based therapies like CBT, trauma-informed care, and mindfulness, supporting individuals, families, and neurodiverse children. I conduct Autism, ADHD and Dyslexia diagnostic assessments. My goal is to empower clients to overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve meaningful, positive change.
Are you struggling to resolve current issues that are creating difficulties in your life and not sure where to turn? I offer a supportive and compassionate safe space for you to talk through and explore your feelings, helping you to find your way to healing and making the positive changes that you seek. Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, narcissistic abuse, addiction issues, bereavement and loss, low self esteem, infertility, Long Covid, please contact me so that I can offer you a calming, comforting and confidential Initial Consultation Session to discuss the problems you are facing.
Are you struggling to resolve current issues that are creating difficulties in your life and not sure where to turn? I offer a supportive and compassionate safe space for you to talk through and explore your feelings, helping you to find your way to healing and making the positive changes that you seek. Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, narcissistic abuse, addiction issues, bereavement and loss, low self esteem, infertility, Long Covid, please contact me so that I can offer you a calming, comforting and confidential Initial Consultation Session to discuss the problems you are facing.
Hi, I’m Jess I work with you, providing a warm and welcoming space. To meet you where you are, to understand what you need and to help you move forward Together, in this confidential and collaborative space, we work to understand the challenges you’re facing, to build greater self-awareness, self-esteem and confidence. In the sessions we work to explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace.
Hi, I’m Jess I work with you, providing a warm and welcoming space. To meet you where you are, to understand what you need and to help you move forward Together, in this confidential and collaborative space, we work to understand the challenges you’re facing, to build greater self-awareness, self-esteem and confidence. In the sessions we work to explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace.
John trained in Psychology at London and Oxford Universities. He then worked as an internal consultant for Unilever Research Laboratories until 2003. In 2004 he trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, holding an honorary lectureship at Derby Univ., before moving to the NHS to provide CBT for teenagers. He now works privately with both adults and children.
John trained in Psychology at London and Oxford Universities. He then worked as an internal consultant for Unilever Research Laboratories until 2003. In 2004 he trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, holding an honorary lectureship at Derby Univ., before moving to the NHS to provide CBT for teenagers. He now works privately with both adults and children.
I am a qualified counsellor with postgraduate training and over 25 years of experience working with children, young people and families across education, charities, community organisations, the public sector and mental health services.
Throughout my career, I have supported clients with a wide range of mental health difficulties and life challenges. This includes:
Anxiety, stress and low mood
Emotional regulation and behavioural challenges
School avoidance and academic pressures
Relationship and family difficulties
Self-esteem and identity issues
The impact of trauma and loss
I am a qualified counsellor with postgraduate training and over 25 years of experience working with children, young people and families across education, charities, community organisations, the public sector and mental health services.
Throughout my career, I have supported clients with a wide range of mental health difficulties and life challenges. This includes:
Anxiety, stress and low mood
Emotional regulation and behavioural challenges
School avoidance and academic pressures
Relationship and family difficulties
Self-esteem and identity issues
The impact of trauma and loss
Maybe you feel stuck and all your usual coping strategies do not work at this point; Maybe something difficult and traumatic happened that you need to process and learn to move on; Maybe you got trapped and overwhelmed with anxiety and it stops you from enjoying your life; Maybe you feel deep down in the sadness and struggling to see positive and enjoyable side of life and world; Maybe your childhood trauma shadows got out of the hiding place triggered by relationships or parenting or some challenging circumstances; Maybe you would like to build your confidence, get your sense of self back and get the best of your life.
My main therapy model is CBT but as psychologist I work in an integrative and systemic way. I use ACT and CFT approaches in my work. I think without easing into more compassionate and kind self-acceptance it can be challenging sometimes to open up and process trauma or engage in making behaviour changes.
Maybe you feel stuck and all your usual coping strategies do not work at this point; Maybe something difficult and traumatic happened that you need to process and learn to move on; Maybe you got trapped and overwhelmed with anxiety and it stops you from enjoying your life; Maybe you feel deep down in the sadness and struggling to see positive and enjoyable side of life and world; Maybe your childhood trauma shadows got out of the hiding place triggered by relationships or parenting or some challenging circumstances; Maybe you would like to build your confidence, get your sense of self back and get the best of your life.
My main therapy model is CBT but as psychologist I work in an integrative and systemic way. I use ACT and CFT approaches in my work. I think without easing into more compassionate and kind self-acceptance it can be challenging sometimes to open up and process trauma or engage in making behaviour changes.
I am also trained in Child and Adolescent EMDR Therapy.
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I am an Art Psychotherapist and EMDR Therapist. I support individuals who may be facing challenges such as trauma, loss, relationship difficulties including separation, betrayal trauma, or they simply the need for a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings. Therapy is a collaborative process and our work together will begin at your pace, starting where you feel most comfortable.
I am also trained in Child and Adolescent EMDR Therapy.
Hello and thank you for visiting my page.
I am an Art Psychotherapist and EMDR Therapist. I support individuals who may be facing challenges such as trauma, loss, relationship difficulties including separation, betrayal trauma, or they simply the need for a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings. Therapy is a collaborative process and our work together will begin at your pace, starting where you feel most comfortable.
I am a HCPC-registered Art Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience working with children and young people across educational and charitable settings.
My practice is grounded in a psychodynamic approach, with a strong emphasis on building a trusting and consistent therapeutic relationship. Sessions are child-led, enabling each young person to explore the issues that are most important and meaningful to them in their own time and at their own pace.
I am a HCPC-registered Art Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience working with children and young people across educational and charitable settings.
My practice is grounded in a psychodynamic approach, with a strong emphasis on building a trusting and consistent therapeutic relationship. Sessions are child-led, enabling each young person to explore the issues that are most important and meaningful to them in their own time and at their own pace.
Prior to running my private practice, Enlightened Minds Therapy, I worked within an NHS setting providing therapy to adults and children.
I understand for both adults and children, choosing to start therapy can be a difficult decision, one that is extremely brave. However, I firmly believe that this is the first step to recovery, whatever the issue may be. Thinking about starting therapy demonstrates a subconscious feeling of hope for a better life, one that you should grasp with both hands.
Prior to running my private practice, Enlightened Minds Therapy, I worked within an NHS setting providing therapy to adults and children.
I understand for both adults and children, choosing to start therapy can be a difficult decision, one that is extremely brave. However, I firmly believe that this is the first step to recovery, whatever the issue may be. Thinking about starting therapy demonstrates a subconscious feeling of hope for a better life, one that you should grasp with both hands.
We see adults and children.
Phoenix Therapy Practice will refer you to the best therapist available depending on your needs, what you can afford and when you are available. The services we offer include psychoanalytic psychotherapy, psychodynamic, counselling, person centred therapy, Integrative CBT, EMDR, Creative Arts therapy, couples therapy, integrative therapy.
We see adults and children.
Phoenix Therapy Practice will refer you to the best therapist available depending on your needs, what you can afford and when you are available. The services we offer include psychoanalytic psychotherapy, psychodynamic, counselling, person centred therapy, Integrative CBT, EMDR, Creative Arts therapy, couples therapy, integrative therapy.
Please visit my website for further information about my practice, my qualifications and experience, and what services I offer: https://drrhiannawatts.com/
Please visit my website for further information about my practice, my qualifications and experience, and what services I offer: https://drrhiannawatts.com/
I offer a range of therapeutic resources to support adults, adolescents, children and families when they are struggling to resolve psychological issues.
I believe that we all deserve to have the chance to be the best that we can be and live a life that is meaningful and enjoyable. That means different things to different people: therapy needs to be offered in a way that is relevant to you as an individual, helps you tell your story and be supported. This is true even if your life is foreshortened by illness.
I offer a range of therapeutic resources to support adults, adolescents, children and families when they are struggling to resolve psychological issues.
I believe that we all deserve to have the chance to be the best that we can be and live a life that is meaningful and enjoyable. That means different things to different people: therapy needs to be offered in a way that is relevant to you as an individual, helps you tell your story and be supported. This is true even if your life is foreshortened by illness.
I work in person in Brighton and online with adults and with children and young people (aged 5-18).
As an experienced dramatherapist, I offer creative ways to support self-expression and understanding and to bring about change. Sessions can help you step back from an issue, feel more grounded, and discover new perspectives. You can express yourself using images, objects, stories, characters, drawings, or writing.
I work in person in Brighton and online with adults and with children and young people (aged 5-18).
As an experienced dramatherapist, I offer creative ways to support self-expression and understanding and to bring about change. Sessions can help you step back from an issue, feel more grounded, and discover new perspectives. You can express yourself using images, objects, stories, characters, drawings, or writing.
Are you feeling anxious, low in mood, overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck in a pattern that's holding you back? Are you looking for a supportive environment where you can freely express your thoughts and emotions? If that's the case, I'm here to help you on your journey towards healing. In our counselling sessions, you can expect a compassionate and non-judgmental environment where you can freely express your feelings, thoughts, and concerns. Together, we will explore the challenges you are facing, gain valuable insights, and develop practical strategies to navigate through them successfully.
Are you feeling anxious, low in mood, overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck in a pattern that's holding you back? Are you looking for a supportive environment where you can freely express your thoughts and emotions? If that's the case, I'm here to help you on your journey towards healing. In our counselling sessions, you can expect a compassionate and non-judgmental environment where you can freely express your feelings, thoughts, and concerns. Together, we will explore the challenges you are facing, gain valuable insights, and develop practical strategies to navigate through them successfully.
My practice offers a wide range of therapies from a variety of approaches to help individuals, couples, children and adolescents with a spectrum of difficulties and symptoms.
I'm a specialist trained and vastly experienced relationship; counsellor. Experienced in working with:- communication skills; depression; anxiety; addictions: after the affair; domestic violence; historic and current abuse; blended familiies; bereavement; post natal depression and after the Divorce.
My practice offers a wide range of therapies from a variety of approaches to help individuals, couples, children and adolescents with a spectrum of difficulties and symptoms.
I'm a specialist trained and vastly experienced relationship; counsellor. Experienced in working with:- communication skills; depression; anxiety; addictions: after the affair; domestic violence; historic and current abuse; blended familiies; bereavement; post natal depression and after the Divorce.
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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.