Education and Learning Disabilities Counselling in Richmond
Do you find yourself quietly struggling to make sense of your thoughts and emotions, or simply finding everyday life harder than it looks from the outside? You’re not alone in feeling this way.
For many people living with personal challenges, depression, anxiety, or neurodiversity, each day can involve invisible battles that others may not fully see or understand. Carrying all of this on your own can feel incredibly heavy.
If you’re feeling misunderstood, isolated, confused, or worn down by the constant effort it takes just to get through the day, therapy can offer a space where your experiences are validated and understood.
Do you find yourself quietly struggling to make sense of your thoughts and emotions, or simply finding everyday life harder than it looks from the outside? You’re not alone in feeling this way.
For many people living with personal challenges, depression, anxiety, or neurodiversity, each day can involve invisible battles that others may not fully see or understand. Carrying all of this on your own can feel incredibly heavy.
If you’re feeling misunderstood, isolated, confused, or worn down by the constant effort it takes just to get through the day, therapy can offer a space where your experiences are validated and understood.
Specialist Support for Children & Young People (Ages 4-24)
Hello, I’m Simeron. I am an integrative psychotherapist with a heartfelt dedication to helping children and young people thrive. With over 14 years experience working with children, parents and families, I am here to provide a warm, dedicated and collaborative space tailored to your child's unique journey.
I am continually inspired by the young people I work with and I feel grateful to be a stepping stone on their journey.
Specialist Support for Children & Young People (Ages 4-24)
Hello, I’m Simeron. I am an integrative psychotherapist with a heartfelt dedication to helping children and young people thrive. With over 14 years experience working with children, parents and families, I am here to provide a warm, dedicated and collaborative space tailored to your child's unique journey.
I am continually inspired by the young people I work with and I feel grateful to be a stepping stone on their journey.
Life carries on, but you don't feel quite like yourself anymore. Perhaps anxiety, stress, grief, burnout or a major life change has left you feeling less steady in yourself. I offer a warm, down-to-earth space to make sense of what's changed.
Many of the people I work with are used to coping. They may be managing work, relationships and responsibilities, yet privately feel overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted or unlike themselves. Others are navigating grief, illness, menopause, ADHD or autism, and trying to understand themselves differently.
Life carries on, but you don't feel quite like yourself anymore. Perhaps anxiety, stress, grief, burnout or a major life change has left you feeling less steady in yourself. I offer a warm, down-to-earth space to make sense of what's changed.
Many of the people I work with are used to coping. They may be managing work, relationships and responsibilities, yet privately feel overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted or unlike themselves. Others are navigating grief, illness, menopause, ADHD or autism, and trying to understand themselves differently.
You may be feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and alone, unsure where to turn. You might find that those around you don’t quite get it. I’m here to listen, without judgement. You don’t need to mask, justify yourself, or have the right words. I’ll sit with you and help you feel less alone with whatever you’re carrying. I’m not here to fix you, because you’re not broken. We will work together to understand what brought you to this point, help you make sense of your feelings and experiences, and determine what you need to make changes in your life, if that's what you want to do.
You may be feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and alone, unsure where to turn. You might find that those around you don’t quite get it. I’m here to listen, without judgement. You don’t need to mask, justify yourself, or have the right words. I’ll sit with you and help you feel less alone with whatever you’re carrying. I’m not here to fix you, because you’re not broken. We will work together to understand what brought you to this point, help you make sense of your feelings and experiences, and determine what you need to make changes in your life, if that's what you want to do.
I am a qualified integrative therapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). I have a great understanding of Traumatic and/or complex grief and bereavement. I also specialise in all substance and behavioural addictions, working not only with addicts, but also family members struggling with the addict. I have a great understanding of 12 step recovery programs. Other areas I specialise in are; sex, intimacy, relationships, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, ADHD, autism, anger, and bereavement. I work with LBGTQIA and BDS/SM communities also.
I am a qualified integrative therapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). I have a great understanding of Traumatic and/or complex grief and bereavement. I also specialise in all substance and behavioural addictions, working not only with addicts, but also family members struggling with the addict. I have a great understanding of 12 step recovery programs. Other areas I specialise in are; sex, intimacy, relationships, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, ADHD, autism, anger, and bereavement. I work with LBGTQIA and BDS/SM communities also.
I'm Charlotte, a registered Clinical Psychologist with 10 years’ experience across NHS, local authority and charity settings. I have mostly worked in specialist community services, supporting children, young people and their families with their mental health and wellbeing, including emotion regulation, anxiety, trauma, transitions, grief, school difficulties and behaviours of concern. I also have experience working with parental mental health difficulties and complex family dynamics and situations, including adoption and children in care. I am trained in assessing and offering post-diagnostic support for Autism, PDA and ADHD.
I'm Charlotte, a registered Clinical Psychologist with 10 years’ experience across NHS, local authority and charity settings. I have mostly worked in specialist community services, supporting children, young people and their families with their mental health and wellbeing, including emotion regulation, anxiety, trauma, transitions, grief, school difficulties and behaviours of concern. I also have experience working with parental mental health difficulties and complex family dynamics and situations, including adoption and children in care. I am trained in assessing and offering post-diagnostic support for Autism, PDA and ADHD.
Üzüntüyü,hüznü ya da kederi hayatımızdan tamamen çıkaramayız.Beklenmedik olaylar olur,istenmeyen olaylar yaşanır,durumlar ve kişiler değişir. Nasıl ki uykumuz geliyor ve yorgun oluyorsak, nasıl ki acıkıyor ve susuyorsak, bazen çok iyi haberler alıyor ve bazen derin kayıplar yaşıyorsak, bazen gülüyor bazen ağlıyorsak duygularımız, ihtiyaçlarımız ve deneyimlediklerimiz anlık olarak değişir, gelip geçer... Önemli olan bu duyguların ne kadar sürdüğü ve bizi ne kadar etkilediğidir... Yağan yağmurdan sonra hiç gökkuşağı çıkmıyor, güneş tekrar parıldamıyor, ağaçlar yeniden çiçek açmıyorsa sizin için iklim değişmiş demektir.
Üzüntüyü,hüznü ya da kederi hayatımızdan tamamen çıkaramayız.Beklenmedik olaylar olur,istenmeyen olaylar yaşanır,durumlar ve kişiler değişir. Nasıl ki uykumuz geliyor ve yorgun oluyorsak, nasıl ki acıkıyor ve susuyorsak, bazen çok iyi haberler alıyor ve bazen derin kayıplar yaşıyorsak, bazen gülüyor bazen ağlıyorsak duygularımız, ihtiyaçlarımız ve deneyimlediklerimiz anlık olarak değişir, gelip geçer... Önemli olan bu duyguların ne kadar sürdüğü ve bizi ne kadar etkilediğidir... Yağan yağmurdan sonra hiç gökkuşağı çıkmıyor, güneş tekrar parıldamıyor, ağaçlar yeniden çiçek açmıyorsa sizin için iklim değişmiş demektir.
I am a Consultant Chartered Clinical & Coaching Psychologist working across Richmond, Kingston, London and Surrey. I see individual clients, couples and families with the full range of mental health, personal and relationship difficulties and work-related issues. I work with a balance of warmth, empathy and humour and I enjoy creating a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients.
I have 35 years of Clinical, Coaching and Occupational Health practice both in the NHS and then in full-time private practice and I am the London Chair of Division of Clinical Psychology, British Psychological Society.
I am a Consultant Chartered Clinical & Coaching Psychologist working across Richmond, Kingston, London and Surrey. I see individual clients, couples and families with the full range of mental health, personal and relationship difficulties and work-related issues. I work with a balance of warmth, empathy and humour and I enjoy creating a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients.
I have 35 years of Clinical, Coaching and Occupational Health practice both in the NHS and then in full-time private practice and I am the London Chair of Division of Clinical Psychology, British Psychological Society.
To change an unhelpful pattern of thinking, feeling and behaving, it is often not enough to learn techniques for modifying our behaviour. To achieve lasting change, we need to understand why we internalised certain patterns that may repeatedly lead us into difficult situations - both with our environment, with people we love and, not least, with ourselves. Gaining this understanding requires us to examine our early relationships with significant others and the way we were brought up and learned to react and regulate ourselves.
To change an unhelpful pattern of thinking, feeling and behaving, it is often not enough to learn techniques for modifying our behaviour. To achieve lasting change, we need to understand why we internalised certain patterns that may repeatedly lead us into difficult situations - both with our environment, with people we love and, not least, with ourselves. Gaining this understanding requires us to examine our early relationships with significant others and the way we were brought up and learned to react and regulate ourselves.
Anxiety, low confidence, friendship struggles, exam stress, if your child is battling any of these, you're not alone and you're not failing. I'm a Child Emotion Specialist and children's author (five books on emotional development, including a Puffin collaboration with the Roald Dahl estate). Through my Selfwise framework, children learn what they feel and why. Parents learn to respond with confidence instead of control. I work online with children and teens aged 7–17, with separate parent sessions and practical strategies you can use at home.
Anxiety, low confidence, friendship struggles, exam stress, if your child is battling any of these, you're not alone and you're not failing. I'm a Child Emotion Specialist and children's author (five books on emotional development, including a Puffin collaboration with the Roald Dahl estate). Through my Selfwise framework, children learn what they feel and why. Parents learn to respond with confidence instead of control. I work online with children and teens aged 7–17, with separate parent sessions and practical strategies you can use at home.
My inspiration for this career stems from a desire to connect and communicate with people. This inclination has been a thread throughout my life. Having undertaken Counselling myself I have directly experienced the cathartic and powerful change it brings about. I work with both individuals and couples/relationships. Developing a trusting relationship and being aware of what happens between us is core to effective therapy. I work to understand the situation that you need support with and look at how this is impacting your life. I work with both individuals and couples/relationships, including those seeking focused Couples Therapy.
My inspiration for this career stems from a desire to connect and communicate with people. This inclination has been a thread throughout my life. Having undertaken Counselling myself I have directly experienced the cathartic and powerful change it brings about. I work with both individuals and couples/relationships. Developing a trusting relationship and being aware of what happens between us is core to effective therapy. I work to understand the situation that you need support with and look at how this is impacting your life. I work with both individuals and couples/relationships, including those seeking focused Couples Therapy.
I hold a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and have many years experience of supporting families who have a child with a learning disability.
As well as supporting clients going through common life problems, such as anxiety, depression or relationship issues, I have experience of working with individuals who have lived through narcissistic abuse, and want to work through the impact that has had on them.
If you are looking for a professional therapist who will understand, help you make sense of it all as you work to find a new perspective, and provide a safe space for you to explore your feelings, contact me for a free 15 minute video chat.
I hold a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and have many years experience of supporting families who have a child with a learning disability.
As well as supporting clients going through common life problems, such as anxiety, depression or relationship issues, I have experience of working with individuals who have lived through narcissistic abuse, and want to work through the impact that has had on them.
If you are looking for a professional therapist who will understand, help you make sense of it all as you work to find a new perspective, and provide a safe space for you to explore your feelings, contact me for a free 15 minute video chat.
I offer a safe, confidential space for you to do your best thinking and promise to support you every step of the way towards living a life that you can thrive in. I offer both longer and short term therapy and single session coaching on a pay-as-you-go basis.
A bit about me:
I am a therapist and chartered coaching psychologist with over 30 years of specialist training and experience, helping individuals navigate life changes, especially those affected by abuse and trauma. I've been told by my clients that they find me kind, calm and non-judgmental and that they are able to be 'who they are' in our sessions together online.
I offer a safe, confidential space for you to do your best thinking and promise to support you every step of the way towards living a life that you can thrive in. I offer both longer and short term therapy and single session coaching on a pay-as-you-go basis.
A bit about me:
I am a therapist and chartered coaching psychologist with over 30 years of specialist training and experience, helping individuals navigate life changes, especially those affected by abuse and trauma. I've been told by my clients that they find me kind, calm and non-judgmental and that they are able to be 'who they are' in our sessions together online.
Struggling with anxiety, trauma, or behaviour difficulties can be exhausting. You may wonder, “Is this normal?” or “Why is this so hard?” Searching for answers or the right therapist can feel overwhelming. As a clinical psychologist specialising in anxiety, trauma, and behaviour difficulties, I help individuals overcome burnout, build resilience, and process trauma. In our supportive sessions, we’ll develop coping strategies, improve emotional regulation, and cultivate self-compassion. Reach out today to regain control and find balance.
Struggling with anxiety, trauma, or behaviour difficulties can be exhausting. You may wonder, “Is this normal?” or “Why is this so hard?” Searching for answers or the right therapist can feel overwhelming. As a clinical psychologist specialising in anxiety, trauma, and behaviour difficulties, I help individuals overcome burnout, build resilience, and process trauma. In our supportive sessions, we’ll develop coping strategies, improve emotional regulation, and cultivate self-compassion. Reach out today to regain control and find balance.
Often people find that painful experiences and relationships in their past mean that things in the present can be complicated and sometimes hard to bear. They affect how we feel about ourselves, how we feel about the world and how we relate to other people we encounter. If we work together we’ll explore what brought you to therapy now and think together about where the difficulties in your present might have come from. I will listen very carefully to you in order to appreciate what you are feeling so that we can begin to see how you might find a greater freedom in your life.
Often people find that painful experiences and relationships in their past mean that things in the present can be complicated and sometimes hard to bear. They affect how we feel about ourselves, how we feel about the world and how we relate to other people we encounter. If we work together we’ll explore what brought you to therapy now and think together about where the difficulties in your present might have come from. I will listen very carefully to you in order to appreciate what you are feeling so that we can begin to see how you might find a greater freedom in your life.
Counselling and supervision with a free initial half-hour assessment in-person or online session, in a dedicated private room.
Counselling gives you the opportunity to understand your current challenges and explore ways to overcome them in a confidential space where the agenda and pace is driven by you.
This may include solution focused integrative or pluralistic counselling that suit you.
I work with adults and children, with longer sessions available for relationship, couples and family work.
Counselling and supervision with a free initial half-hour assessment in-person or online session, in a dedicated private room.
Counselling gives you the opportunity to understand your current challenges and explore ways to overcome them in a confidential space where the agenda and pace is driven by you.
This may include solution focused integrative or pluralistic counselling that suit you.
I work with adults and children, with longer sessions available for relationship, couples and family work.
I am specifically trained, at Masters level, to work therapeutically with children, young people, and families as a counsellor and psychotherapist. I am also a qualified teacher with experience of working with children who have been diagnosed, and or who identify as neurodiverse. In addition to my private practice, I work as a school counsellor and I volunteer in a Youth Counselling Service. My therapeutic approach is integrative, meaning I use the ideas and strategies from a range of therapeutic models, matching the best approach suited specifically to you or your child’s needs.
I am specifically trained, at Masters level, to work therapeutically with children, young people, and families as a counsellor and psychotherapist. I am also a qualified teacher with experience of working with children who have been diagnosed, and or who identify as neurodiverse. In addition to my private practice, I work as a school counsellor and I volunteer in a Youth Counselling Service. My therapeutic approach is integrative, meaning I use the ideas and strategies from a range of therapeutic models, matching the best approach suited specifically to you or your child’s needs.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed and feel no one understands you?
Perhaps you worry about making the wrong choice—disappointing someone, causing regret, or just failing. And all the while, you feel you have to keep up a brave front, hiding the inner conflict that no one else seems to notice or truly understand.
If any of this resonates, you don’t have to carry this on your own. Through these words, I hope to show you that I recognise how challenging life can be. With that understanding, I aim to help you feel heard, understood, and supported.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed and feel no one understands you?
Perhaps you worry about making the wrong choice—disappointing someone, causing regret, or just failing. And all the while, you feel you have to keep up a brave front, hiding the inner conflict that no one else seems to notice or truly understand.
If any of this resonates, you don’t have to carry this on your own. Through these words, I hope to show you that I recognise how challenging life can be. With that understanding, I aim to help you feel heard, understood, and supported.
I work with individual adults, couples, children and teenagers in my Putney, South West London clinic. I work with adults and young people that suffer from anxiety, depression, OCD, burnout, ADHD and addiction. I use an integrated approach, CBT, compassion focused therapy, psychodynamic, mindfulness and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
I work with individual adults, couples, children and teenagers in my Putney, South West London clinic. I work with adults and young people that suffer from anxiety, depression, OCD, burnout, ADHD and addiction. I use an integrated approach, CBT, compassion focused therapy, psychodynamic, mindfulness and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
In my private practice or as a school counsellor, I support my clients to overcome challenges and hardships, many of which may present as anxiety, stress, anger, low self worth, procrastination, difficulties communicating with others, lack of self awareness which can lead to unwanted behaviour or conflict as a result of difficult circumstances. I work with my clients to help them make sense of their challenges and foster acceptance within. I provide an empathic and non-judgmental space in which we will work together towards your mental wellbeing and peace of mind. I offer a mindful approach to counselling tailored to each situation.
In my private practice or as a school counsellor, I support my clients to overcome challenges and hardships, many of which may present as anxiety, stress, anger, low self worth, procrastination, difficulties communicating with others, lack of self awareness which can lead to unwanted behaviour or conflict as a result of difficult circumstances. I work with my clients to help them make sense of their challenges and foster acceptance within. I provide an empathic and non-judgmental space in which we will work together towards your mental wellbeing and peace of mind. I offer a mindful approach to counselling tailored to each situation.
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- Harrow
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- New Malden
- Surbiton
- Sutton
- Teddington
- Twickenham
- Walton-on-Thames
- Weybridge
Education and Learning Disabilities Counsellors
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.