Child Counselling in Portslade
I work with children and teenagers, using play, art, and talking therapy to help them express and understand their feelings.
I work with children facing anxiety, low mood, school struggles, self-harm, and emotions they can’t always explain. I have supporter families through divorce, illness, bereavement, and trauma—including abuse and sudden loss. Using play, creativity, and talking therapy, I create a safe space for children to make sense of their experiences.
I work with children and teenagers, using play, art, and talking therapy to help them express and understand their feelings.
I work with children facing anxiety, low mood, school struggles, self-harm, and emotions they can’t always explain. I have supporter families through divorce, illness, bereavement, and trauma—including abuse and sudden loss. Using play, creativity, and talking therapy, I create a safe space for children to make sense of their experiences.
I have been a counsellor since 2012, both in private practise and working for the YPC, Brighton, AGE UK and the YMCA/Wellbeing Service. As a humanistic/intergative therapist, I believe that you are the expert on yourself and I aim to provide the conditions which allow you to explore your motivations and themes, and make meaning from your own experience. I offer an empathic, non judgemental and respectful space. By building a relationship based on acceptance it becomes possible to look at, recognise and understand where problems in your life may have arisen. Counselling can be for anyone who feels lost, sad, lonely, confused.
I have been a counsellor since 2012, both in private practise and working for the YPC, Brighton, AGE UK and the YMCA/Wellbeing Service. As a humanistic/intergative therapist, I believe that you are the expert on yourself and I aim to provide the conditions which allow you to explore your motivations and themes, and make meaning from your own experience. I offer an empathic, non judgemental and respectful space. By building a relationship based on acceptance it becomes possible to look at, recognise and understand where problems in your life may have arisen. Counselling can be for anyone who feels lost, sad, lonely, confused.
Further work may be connecting with your inner child, understanding attachment wounds, & using art as a tool for expression and repair.
I bring warmth, compassion and empathy to the therapy room, aiming to gently challenge and offer new perspectives whilst bringing a source of light in the darkness. With a particular interest in working with autism, ADHD, trauma, low mood, anxiety, self-esteem, bereavement and gender dysphoria.
Adopting a trauma sensitive psychodynamic & psychoanalytical approach, where we can focus on both past and present experiences. This could be by using attachment theory, noticing repeating relational patterns or cycles of conflict, and thinking collaboratively about how you can begin to break free from these.
Further work may be connecting with your inner child, understanding attachment wounds, & using art as a tool for expression and repair.
I bring warmth, compassion and empathy to the therapy room, aiming to gently challenge and offer new perspectives whilst bringing a source of light in the darkness. With a particular interest in working with autism, ADHD, trauma, low mood, anxiety, self-esteem, bereavement and gender dysphoria.
Adopting a trauma sensitive psychodynamic & psychoanalytical approach, where we can focus on both past and present experiences. This could be by using attachment theory, noticing repeating relational patterns or cycles of conflict, and thinking collaboratively about how you can begin to break free from these.
Hello! My name is Iain and I work as a counsellor on line and in person across Sussex in multiple locations. I have experience of working with all age groups including teens, young adults and mature clients. I work with both individuals and couples. I am an integrative humanistic counsellor, with the ability (and experience) to pull on other modalities to support the journey of my clients whom I work with in a relaxed, non-judgemental and confidential environment. It is very much us the working together as a team. I have a strong belief in the long-term benefits of therapy and having experienced my own positive, personal journey.
Hello! My name is Iain and I work as a counsellor on line and in person across Sussex in multiple locations. I have experience of working with all age groups including teens, young adults and mature clients. I work with both individuals and couples. I am an integrative humanistic counsellor, with the ability (and experience) to pull on other modalities to support the journey of my clients whom I work with in a relaxed, non-judgemental and confidential environment. It is very much us the working together as a team. I have a strong belief in the long-term benefits of therapy and having experienced my own positive, personal journey.
Thoughts, feelings, and experiences can be difficult to fully process alone. I prioritise creating a safe, thoughtful space where we can explore experience together, and at a pace that feels manageable.
Thoughts, feelings, and experiences can be difficult to fully process alone. I prioritise creating a safe, thoughtful space where we can explore experience together, and at a pace that feels manageable.
I have MA in Dance Movement Psychotherapy (ADMPUK) and 10 years of clinical experience, where over 6 years Arts/ Playtherapist experience with children.
Do you sometimes feel limited by words? Dance Movement Psychotherapy (DMP) offers an alternative to talking therapies. As our bodies hold the unconscious aspects of ourselves, movement-based therapy can be particularly effective in addressing feelings held somatically in the body. Dance Movement Psychotherapists believe that changes in the body & movement patterns are reflected in the mind & thinking patterns and vice versa.
DMP can help you feel more attuned to your body, support emotional regulation, reduce stress, improve confidence, and help to form a stronger sense of Self.
I have MA in Dance Movement Psychotherapy (ADMPUK) and 10 years of clinical experience, where over 6 years Arts/ Playtherapist experience with children.
Do you sometimes feel limited by words? Dance Movement Psychotherapy (DMP) offers an alternative to talking therapies. As our bodies hold the unconscious aspects of ourselves, movement-based therapy can be particularly effective in addressing feelings held somatically in the body. Dance Movement Psychotherapists believe that changes in the body & movement patterns are reflected in the mind & thinking patterns and vice versa.
DMP can help you feel more attuned to your body, support emotional regulation, reduce stress, improve confidence, and help to form a stronger sense of Self.
I am an approachable and experienced therapist working with a broad spectrum of clients. My therapeutic approach is ‘Integrative’, meaning I use skills and theories from across the major modalities of Humanistic, Psychodynamic and CBT. I have a background in the charitable sector, working as a counsellor in community settings and in schools and colleges, and worked as a Youth Worker. I really value my clients and I am always accepting and non-judgemental, helping you feel safe throughout our work. I work with a collaborative and relational style, meaning our sessions will be conversational and I hope they’ll feel like teamwork.
I am an approachable and experienced therapist working with a broad spectrum of clients. My therapeutic approach is ‘Integrative’, meaning I use skills and theories from across the major modalities of Humanistic, Psychodynamic and CBT. I have a background in the charitable sector, working as a counsellor in community settings and in schools and colleges, and worked as a Youth Worker. I really value my clients and I am always accepting and non-judgemental, helping you feel safe throughout our work. I work with a collaborative and relational style, meaning our sessions will be conversational and I hope they’ll feel like teamwork.
I can help you with whatever is distressing you in your life whether it be anxiety fuelled by the current circumstances or something longer standing. have worked with hundreds of clients on a wide range of issues, and I am also experienced in the field of eating disorders. Contact me for a free online assessment, share what is troubling you and identify what you want to change. I can work short term for around six sessions, or longer term if required. I offer face to face counselling in my or online, and I specialise in working with performers, actors, musicials and dancers having previously run the college counselling service .
I can help you with whatever is distressing you in your life whether it be anxiety fuelled by the current circumstances or something longer standing. have worked with hundreds of clients on a wide range of issues, and I am also experienced in the field of eating disorders. Contact me for a free online assessment, share what is troubling you and identify what you want to change. I can work short term for around six sessions, or longer term if required. I offer face to face counselling in my or online, and I specialise in working with performers, actors, musicials and dancers having previously run the college counselling service .
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.
I work predominantly from a trauma-informed perspective and a lot of my work with neurodivergent families focusses on the parent- child relationship.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist and I draw on a broad range of models in my therapeutic work including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, CBT, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic psychotherapy, attachment-based therapies and more holistic approaches that look at how to support the nervous system.
I work predominantly from a trauma-informed perspective and a lot of my work with neurodivergent families focusses on the parent- child relationship.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist and I draw on a broad range of models in my therapeutic work including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, CBT, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic psychotherapy, attachment-based therapies and more holistic approaches that look at how to support the nervous system.
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Gemma Fisk
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Horsham RH12
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Clinical Psychologist who specialises in supporting children and young people, and their families.
I have many years experience supporting children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD). I also offer training to schools and other agencies in how best to support the emotional wellbeing of children and young people with ASD.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who specialises in supporting children and young people, and their families.
I have many years experience supporting children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD). I also offer training to schools and other agencies in how best to support the emotional wellbeing of children and young people with ASD.
It's not always easy to reach out and ask for support. We often feel that we can manage on our own or don't want to bother anyone with our thoughts and feelings. It can be hard to find a balance between work, relationships, family & other commitments to prioritise yourself. No matter what brings you to therapy the most important part is the relationship we will share. I aim to ensure you feel heard & give you a space to work through anything you want to bring to help you have a greater insight & self-awareness and I will walk alongside you on this journey. Counselling isn't a one size fits all package it's as individual as you are.
It's not always easy to reach out and ask for support. We often feel that we can manage on our own or don't want to bother anyone with our thoughts and feelings. It can be hard to find a balance between work, relationships, family & other commitments to prioritise yourself. No matter what brings you to therapy the most important part is the relationship we will share. I aim to ensure you feel heard & give you a space to work through anything you want to bring to help you have a greater insight & self-awareness and I will walk alongside you on this journey. Counselling isn't a one size fits all package it's as individual as you are.
I'm passionate about children, young people and adults' mental health and wellbeing.
I am an integrative counsellor and can draw from a range of therapeutic models to meet your needs, whatever they are. I offer a calm, caring and safe environment where no one will be judged. With children I work with play, offering a range of opportunities, with time and space, for your child to make sense of their overwhelming emotions.
I'm passionate about children, young people and adults' mental health and wellbeing.
I am an integrative counsellor and can draw from a range of therapeutic models to meet your needs, whatever they are. I offer a calm, caring and safe environment where no one will be judged. With children I work with play, offering a range of opportunities, with time and space, for your child to make sense of their overwhelming emotions.
I work mainly with school aged children who are struggling to manage their emotions and behaviours at home and in school which may be due to many outside influences, early years traumas, environmental difficulties etc.
Play Therapy is child led. The therapist greets the child as they arrive to each session without judgement, offering a safe space where a trusting relationship can grow to allow the child to feel safe and supported while they work through their difficulties in search of resolution.
I work mainly with school aged children who are struggling to manage their emotions and behaviours at home and in school which may be due to many outside influences, early years traumas, environmental difficulties etc.
Play Therapy is child led. The therapist greets the child as they arrive to each session without judgement, offering a safe space where a trusting relationship can grow to allow the child to feel safe and supported while they work through their difficulties in search of resolution.
Jackson Psychology Services - Dr Danielle Jackson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I have worked with people to help them manage a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, OCD, panic and phobias as well as work-related stress, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, trauma, child sexual abuse, rape, relationship difficulties, Looked After Children and perinatal work including perinatal loss.
I take an integrative approach to formulating and working with clients drawing from a range of psychological models and theories to find the best way forward to help clients to achieve their goals. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is an important factor in creating an environment that fosters change, hope, acceptance and understanding.
I have worked with people to help them manage a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, OCD, panic and phobias as well as work-related stress, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, trauma, child sexual abuse, rape, relationship difficulties, Looked After Children and perinatal work including perinatal loss.
I take an integrative approach to formulating and working with clients drawing from a range of psychological models and theories to find the best way forward to help clients to achieve their goals. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is an important factor in creating an environment that fosters change, hope, acceptance and understanding.
Hello, I’m Catherine and I’m a registered Clinical Psychologist, specialising in child and family work.
Therapeutically, I draw upon the current evidence base and work collaboratively with children and families to tailor support to effectively manage difficulties such as anxiety, low mood and challenging behaviour. Of equal importance, I work to develop the child or young person’s resilience and self-esteem.
Hello, I’m Catherine and I’m a registered Clinical Psychologist, specialising in child and family work.
Therapeutically, I draw upon the current evidence base and work collaboratively with children and families to tailor support to effectively manage difficulties such as anxiety, low mood and challenging behaviour. Of equal importance, I work to develop the child or young person’s resilience and self-esteem.
It is so hard to watch your child struggle, and despite your best efforts, remain unsure how to support them.
Whether they’re struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, school pressure, or friendships, I help young people build confidence and develop practical tools to manage their feelings. With 20 years of experience in mental health, I draw upon a range of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
It is so hard to watch your child struggle, and despite your best efforts, remain unsure how to support them.
Whether they’re struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, school pressure, or friendships, I help young people build confidence and develop practical tools to manage their feelings. With 20 years of experience in mental health, I draw upon a range of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I also specialise in developmental trauma and attachment issues, providing support to carers and adults who wish to come to terms with the impact of difficult childhood experiences.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of working with individuals and families who are feeling overwhelmed by the challenges that life has a habit of putting in front of us. I am extremely passionate about my work (ask anyone who knows me!) and gain a great deal of pleasure from observing the change that comes about with the help of therapeutic support.
I also specialise in developmental trauma and attachment issues, providing support to carers and adults who wish to come to terms with the impact of difficult childhood experiences.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of working with individuals and families who are feeling overwhelmed by the challenges that life has a habit of putting in front of us. I am extremely passionate about my work (ask anyone who knows me!) and gain a great deal of pleasure from observing the change that comes about with the help of therapeutic support.
I work with children and young people who are finding their emotions or behaviour difficult to manage, whether they are experiencing anxiety, low mood, worries about separation, friendship or school challenges, or the impact of changes within the family.
I specialise in working with young people who need a safe, accepting space where their feelings can be explored through play, creativity, or talking, depending on their age.
My training is in integrative child and adolescent psychotherapy rather than an adult focus, so I can draw on different modalities to best suit my client and developmental stage.
I work with children and young people who are finding their emotions or behaviour difficult to manage, whether they are experiencing anxiety, low mood, worries about separation, friendship or school challenges, or the impact of changes within the family.
I specialise in working with young people who need a safe, accepting space where their feelings can be explored through play, creativity, or talking, depending on their age.
My training is in integrative child and adolescent psychotherapy rather than an adult focus, so I can draw on different modalities to best suit my client and developmental stage.
My name is Tom.
I’m an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist with experience working across the country in schools, the NHS, young offenders units, and charities.
I specialise in working with young people, who have experienced difficult or traumatic family circumstances such as addiction, domestic violence, or emotional abuse. For some, this means finding a way through overwhelming feelings. for others, it’s about making sense of what they’ve been through once life has become more stable. My role is to provide a safe and steady space at any stage — helping young people to cope, process, and move forward.
My name is Tom.
I’m an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist with experience working across the country in schools, the NHS, young offenders units, and charities.
I specialise in working with young people, who have experienced difficult or traumatic family circumstances such as addiction, domestic violence, or emotional abuse. For some, this means finding a way through overwhelming feelings. for others, it’s about making sense of what they’ve been through once life has become more stable. My role is to provide a safe and steady space at any stage — helping young people to cope, process, and move forward.
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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.