Counselling for Children in Portslade
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.
Working with me would mean being able to speak freely in a safe, non-judgemental environment. Sometimes it's difficult to speak to friends or family so talking therapy could be the right choice for you. I offer you an empathetic and respectful space.
My work with you would be based on developing a therapeutic, supportive and healthy relationship, giving you the opportunity to explore your issues, find inner strength and confidence, reach your goals and find ways to experience a much more satisfying, healthier and meaningful life in the future.
Working with me would mean being able to speak freely in a safe, non-judgemental environment. Sometimes it's difficult to speak to friends or family so talking therapy could be the right choice for you. I offer you an empathetic and respectful space.
My work with you would be based on developing a therapeutic, supportive and healthy relationship, giving you the opportunity to explore your issues, find inner strength and confidence, reach your goals and find ways to experience a much more satisfying, healthier and meaningful life in the future.
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 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.
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Hello I’m Jeni. As an experienced Dramatherapist I have found that when things are too hard to talk about initially, creativity can help us to express and process and then release what no longer serves us. My private practice allows me to work online with adults, and young people, and in a Primary school with a specialist speech and language unit. I have also worked in numerous Secondary schools. I have experience in working with anxiety, low self esteem, pre and post bereavement, fostering and adoption (life story work) neurodiversity and survivors of sexual assault
Hello I’m Jeni. As an experienced Dramatherapist I have found that when things are too hard to talk about initially, creativity can help us to express and process and then release what no longer serves us. My private practice allows me to work online with adults, and young people, and in a Primary school with a specialist speech and language unit. I have also worked in numerous Secondary schools. I have experience in working with anxiety, low self esteem, pre and post bereavement, fostering and adoption (life story work) neurodiversity and survivors of sexual assault
I am dedicated to helping individuals of all ages explore healing, self-expression, and personal growth through creative and sensory processes. I offer a non judgmental space that is client centred and tailored to you, your age and needs. We can bring in a CBT informed approach, play/dance/make music/ make slime, play games, explore your interests, look at psycho education tools or simply talk. You don’t have to engage with art if that’s not right for you.
I am dedicated to helping individuals of all ages explore healing, self-expression, and personal growth through creative and sensory processes. I offer a non judgmental space that is client centred and tailored to you, your age and needs. We can bring in a CBT informed approach, play/dance/make music/ make slime, play games, explore your interests, look at psycho education tools or simply talk. You don’t have to engage with art if that’s not right for you.
I specialise in supporting children aged 3–12 and young people aged 12–18 experiencing anxiety, ADHD related challenges, or low self-esteem.
With children I use non-directive Play Therapy - a developmentally responsive, play-based mental health approach. With teenagers I use Creative Therapy, combining arts and expressive methods within a relational, person-centred framework. I also offer Filial Therapy for parents and caregivers.
I specialise in supporting children aged 3–12 and young people aged 12–18 experiencing anxiety, ADHD related challenges, or low self-esteem.
With children I use non-directive Play Therapy - a developmentally responsive, play-based mental health approach. With teenagers I use Creative Therapy, combining arts and expressive methods within a relational, person-centred framework. I also offer Filial Therapy for parents and caregivers.
I also like to work with parents who are struggling with their child/ children and at the other end of the age scale, I am skilled in working with infertility and or post natal difficulties.
Psychotherapy is a very effective means of addressing a multitude of emotional and mental health concerns. At my practice, I provide attachment-focused therapy that emphasises the development of interpersonal relationships and connections with others. With my support, you'll be able to explore your emotions and experiences in a safe and collaborative setting.
I also like to work with parents who are struggling with their child/ children and at the other end of the age scale, I am skilled in working with infertility and or post natal difficulties.
Psychotherapy is a very effective means of addressing a multitude of emotional and mental health concerns. At my practice, I provide attachment-focused therapy that emphasises the development of interpersonal relationships and connections with others. With my support, you'll be able to explore your emotions and experiences in a safe and collaborative setting.
Clients do not need to have any prior musical experience, and I am very happy working with children, young people and adults.
I am a warm, person-centred music therapist. I work within a psychodynamic framework, working together to help you to understand and utilise your subconscious experiences and emotions. I specialise in helping clients to process traumatic experiences and the likely profound impact these have had on their lives.
Clients do not need to have any prior musical experience, and I am very happy working with children, young people and adults.
I am a warm, person-centred music therapist. I work within a psychodynamic framework, working together to help you to understand and utilise your subconscious experiences and emotions. I specialise in helping clients to process traumatic experiences and the likely profound impact these have had on their lives.
I work with children, adolescents and adults and a range of emotional and mental health concerns using evidenced based approaches.
I have a wealth of experience in helping people to improve their mental and emotional wellbeing. As a clinical psychologist I value the therapeutic relationship and think that it is vital to find a therapist you 'click' with. My personable, warm and empathetic nature has helped many people to overcome the difficulties holding them back in life. It can be daunting to embark on a therapy journey with someone - I am mindful of this and will help you to feel relaxed and comfortable when using therapy for your personal development.
I work with children, adolescents and adults and a range of emotional and mental health concerns using evidenced based approaches.
I have a wealth of experience in helping people to improve their mental and emotional wellbeing. As a clinical psychologist I value the therapeutic relationship and think that it is vital to find a therapist you 'click' with. My personable, warm and empathetic nature has helped many people to overcome the difficulties holding them back in life. It can be daunting to embark on a therapy journey with someone - I am mindful of this and will help you to feel relaxed and comfortable when using therapy for your personal development.
My extensive training and experience ensures I am able to help adults and children with a number of difficulties, including (but not limited to): Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem, Loneliness, Grief / Loss, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Post-traumatic stress (PTSD), Relationship difficulties (including break-ups), Social anxiety, Sleep difficulties and Work / exam stress
I'm conscious that wait times can be quite long for practitioners at the moment. Having worked qualified over 15 years ago, I've built connections with a number of other Psychologists. Therefore, as well as running my clinic I offer a screening/recommendation service to ensure you see the best practitioner for you. This discussion is not charged.
My extensive training and experience ensures I am able to help adults and children with a number of difficulties, including (but not limited to): Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem, Loneliness, Grief / Loss, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Post-traumatic stress (PTSD), Relationship difficulties (including break-ups), Social anxiety, Sleep difficulties and Work / exam stress
I'm conscious that wait times can be quite long for practitioners at the moment. Having worked qualified over 15 years ago, I've built connections with a number of other Psychologists. Therefore, as well as running my clinic I offer a screening/recommendation service to ensure you see the best practitioner for you. This discussion is not charged.
Caroline Mills, Sussex Bereavement Services
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Lewes BN8
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults, children and young people who have been bereaved, facilitate grief support groups and provide guidance for families and organisations.
Hi, I am Caroline and I have chosen to specialise in working with bereavement because it brings unique, unanticipated challenges and losses that are often misunderstood. There are many incorrect and unhelpful assumptions about what grief should look or feel like and how long it should last. These ideas, alongside the impact of grief on every corner of life and identity, and experiencing confusing and intense emotions, can cause people to feel worried, alone and overwhelmed. My aim is to share my experience, knowledge and understanding of the bereavement process, and what has been of help to others, to support and reassure you.
I work with adults, children and young people who have been bereaved, facilitate grief support groups and provide guidance for families and organisations.
Hi, I am Caroline and I have chosen to specialise in working with bereavement because it brings unique, unanticipated challenges and losses that are often misunderstood. There are many incorrect and unhelpful assumptions about what grief should look or feel like and how long it should last. These ideas, alongside the impact of grief on every corner of life and identity, and experiencing confusing and intense emotions, can cause people to feel worried, alone and overwhelmed. My aim is to share my experience, knowledge and understanding of the bereavement process, and what has been of help to others, to support and reassure you.
My practice is open to adults, adolescents and children.
For adults, therapy offers support, guidance and exploration to foster positive, lasting change. Together, we will learn about your needs, desires, and feelings so you can create positive changes in your life. This can help you achieve more intimacy, compassion, and understanding with yourself and those who are important to you.
My practice is open to adults, adolescents and children.
For adults, therapy offers support, guidance and exploration to foster positive, lasting change. Together, we will learn about your needs, desires, and feelings so you can create positive changes in your life. This can help you achieve more intimacy, compassion, and understanding with yourself and those who are important to you.
As well as adults, I specialize in working with children and young people.
Clients are all unique but I tend to work best with clients who enjoy a mixture of creative self discovery mixed with self reflection and commitment to personal change. Insights from therapy sessions are best integrated through further thought and action so that the client sees changes. I am committed to working with clients to support them to gain hope and confidence in these changes and themselves.
As well as adults, I specialize in working with children and young people.
Clients are all unique but I tend to work best with clients who enjoy a mixture of creative self discovery mixed with self reflection and commitment to personal change. Insights from therapy sessions are best integrated through further thought and action so that the client sees changes. I am committed to working with clients to support them to gain hope and confidence in these changes and themselves.
I am passionate about helping clients explore their past experiences, learn ways to manage present moment distress, and look to the future with optimism and hope. I am a Somatic & Attachment focused EMDR Consultant specializing in attachment focused trauma and utilse EMDR to help clients lead a life free from PTSD symptoms. I offer a non-judgemental, supportive and curious environment to allow my clients to explore their strengths and learn about what is harder for them to do and why.
I am passionate about helping clients explore their past experiences, learn ways to manage present moment distress, and look to the future with optimism and hope. I am a Somatic & Attachment focused EMDR Consultant specializing in attachment focused trauma and utilse EMDR to help clients lead a life free from PTSD symptoms. I offer a non-judgemental, supportive and curious environment to allow my clients to explore their strengths and learn about what is harder for them to do and why.
I prioritise creating a compassionate, collaborative and non-judgemental space where you or your child can feel safe to talk openly.
I ensure that psychological support helps individuals to develop a meaningful understanding of difficulties, whilst sharing practical guidance or strategies to manage concerns. With an integrative approach, I draw on a range of evidence-based therapies including CBT, EMDR, CFT, ACT and Narrative Therapy.
I prioritise creating a compassionate, collaborative and non-judgemental space where you or your child can feel safe to talk openly.
I ensure that psychological support helps individuals to develop a meaningful understanding of difficulties, whilst sharing practical guidance or strategies to manage concerns. With an integrative approach, I draw on a range of evidence-based therapies including CBT, EMDR, CFT, ACT and Narrative Therapy.
I work with adults, adolescents & children facing a range of psychological challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, fears and phobias, low self-esteem and addictions.
I specialise in supporting individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and the lasting impact of difficult life experiences. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or weighed down by past events, I offer a structured yet compassionate space to help you understand and work through these challenges.
I work with adults, adolescents & children facing a range of psychological challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, fears and phobias, low self-esteem and addictions.
I specialise in supporting individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and the lasting impact of difficult life experiences. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or weighed down by past events, I offer a structured yet compassionate space to help you understand and work through these challenges.
I am a qualified Art psychotherapist offering psychotherapy in Brighton and Hove. Whether you are navigating difficult life experiences, feeling anxious, sad, overwhelmed with persistent thoughts or want to get to know yourself deeper. We can work together to help you feel grounded again.
Using mark making, art making or creation when needed can help you feel more grounded and emotionally regulated, while also offering ways to express experiences that may be difficult to put into words. These approaches allow emotions and needs to emerge gently, in a way that feels manageable and contained.
I am a qualified Art psychotherapist offering psychotherapy in Brighton and Hove. Whether you are navigating difficult life experiences, feeling anxious, sad, overwhelmed with persistent thoughts or want to get to know yourself deeper. We can work together to help you feel grounded again.
Using mark making, art making or creation when needed can help you feel more grounded and emotionally regulated, while also offering ways to express experiences that may be difficult to put into words. These approaches allow emotions and needs to emerge gently, in a way that feels manageable and contained.
I am one of the first Certified Compassionate Inquiry Practitioners in the UK, trained in Addiction Psychology, Play Therapy and Child Development Psychology.
Life can be a whirlwind of emotions, challenges, and unexpected events. Perhaps you've found yourself lying awake at night, mind racing with unanswered questions. Or maybe you've noticed a persistent feeling that something's not quite right. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, battling anxiety, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, you're not alone. Here, in this safe and nurturing space, we embark on a journey together -a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. As your guide, I'm here to help you navigate the complexities of your nner world, uncover hidden strengths, and write the next chapter
I am one of the first Certified Compassionate Inquiry Practitioners in the UK, trained in Addiction Psychology, Play Therapy and Child Development Psychology.
Life can be a whirlwind of emotions, challenges, and unexpected events. Perhaps you've found yourself lying awake at night, mind racing with unanswered questions. Or maybe you've noticed a persistent feeling that something's not quite right. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, battling anxiety, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, you're not alone. Here, in this safe and nurturing space, we embark on a journey together -a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. As your guide, I'm here to help you navigate the complexities of your nner world, uncover hidden strengths, and write the next chapter
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.
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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.