Parenting Counselling in Royston

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Sonja Riese
Psychotherapist, HCPC-Art Therap.
Royston SG8
Would you like to lead a happier, more fulfilling life? Or does your child struggle and need help? Life’s challenges and past experiences can be overwhelming and too much to cope with alone. Art therapy not only provides a powerful outlet for difficult feelings, thoughts and experiences, but also helps to discover a way toward healing. There is no need to be artistic to benefit from Art Therapy and guidance can be given to explore a variety of art materials. I have also trained in women centred life coaching.
Would you like to lead a happier, more fulfilling life? Or does your child struggle and need help? Life’s challenges and past experiences can be overwhelming and too much to cope with alone. Art therapy not only provides a powerful outlet for difficult feelings, thoughts and experiences, but also helps to discover a way toward healing. There is no need to be artistic to benefit from Art Therapy and guidance can be given to explore a variety of art materials. I have also trained in women centred life coaching.
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Kirsty Heath
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Royston SG8
My clients come to me with differing challenges - from general anxiety, to grief, parenting challenges to coping with trauma.
Needing therapy doesn't mean that something is wrong with us - it means that being a human can be hard, and we all deserve support as we navigate the hard times. Working together, we’ll explore what’s happening in your life and make sense of your thoughts and emotions. We’ll work at your own pace. My aim is for you to feel understood and unconditionally supported as we work towards positive change.
My clients come to me with differing challenges - from general anxiety, to grief, parenting challenges to coping with trauma.
Needing therapy doesn't mean that something is wrong with us - it means that being a human can be hard, and we all deserve support as we navigate the hard times. Working together, we’ll explore what’s happening in your life and make sense of your thoughts and emotions. We’ll work at your own pace. My aim is for you to feel understood and unconditionally supported as we work towards positive change.
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Guillemette Broadbent
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Royston SG8
Perhaps you are looking for help to find your bearings while going through a time of crisis and/or you who wish to examine your life more fully to address issues that have affected you over time. With the help of therapy, you can start understanding your inner world and thought patterns more clearly and remove the feelings of anxiety and worry from your mind. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy aims to go deep into your emotions, understanding how your early life has formed strategies that might contribute to unhelpful patterns in adulthood with the aim of gradually removing distress, helping you to live a fuller life.
Perhaps you are looking for help to find your bearings while going through a time of crisis and/or you who wish to examine your life more fully to address issues that have affected you over time. With the help of therapy, you can start understanding your inner world and thought patterns more clearly and remove the feelings of anxiety and worry from your mind. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy aims to go deep into your emotions, understanding how your early life has formed strategies that might contribute to unhelpful patterns in adulthood with the aim of gradually removing distress, helping you to live a fuller life.
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Maureen Park
Counsellor, MBACP
Royston SG8
There are times in our lives when we all need a little help. When things just become to much for us to handle alone. I can help you cope with a wide range of anxiety, emotional problems and relationship issues. From Bereavement, Depression, Stress and Anxiety, Family Issues, Addiction, Eating Disorders, Marriage Counselling to mention only a few. I am a BACP registered Psychodynamic Counsellor also using CBT and Mindfulness. I offer a caring professional and confidential counselling service in Biggleswade and Royston and have worked for many years in commerce and industry so understand the pressures of work place stress.
There are times in our lives when we all need a little help. When things just become to much for us to handle alone. I can help you cope with a wide range of anxiety, emotional problems and relationship issues. From Bereavement, Depression, Stress and Anxiety, Family Issues, Addiction, Eating Disorders, Marriage Counselling to mention only a few. I am a BACP registered Psychodynamic Counsellor also using CBT and Mindfulness. I offer a caring professional and confidential counselling service in Biggleswade and Royston and have worked for many years in commerce and industry so understand the pressures of work place stress.
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Kamila Melia
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
When life gets difficult, the most courageous thing we can do for ourselves, is to reach out for help. Counselling is for anybody making their journey through the challenges of life. You might feel overwhelmed or just a little bit ‘stuck.’ Day-to-day tasks might be a struggle. You might have lost someone – recently or in the past. There might be changes in your life or difficult decisions to be made. Perhaps a past event keeps popping up, influencing the present more than you would like? Counselling can help.
When life gets difficult, the most courageous thing we can do for ourselves, is to reach out for help. Counselling is for anybody making their journey through the challenges of life. You might feel overwhelmed or just a little bit ‘stuck.’ Day-to-day tasks might be a struggle. You might have lost someone – recently or in the past. There might be changes in your life or difficult decisions to be made. Perhaps a past event keeps popping up, influencing the present more than you would like? Counselling can help.
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Aisha Centala
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Aisha -a person-centred counsellor working in Baldock, North Hertfordshire, who believes in the power of being truly heard. Life can feel overwhelming when you're navigating anxiety, grief or simply feeling lost without knowing why. You may lie awake at night trying to make sense of racing thoughts or feelings, or perhaps you mask how you feel out of fear that others won't understand. I offer a gentle non-judgemental and neuro-affirming space where you can safely explore your feelings and begin to make sense of your inner-world. Whether you process information differently or find it hard to put feelings into words,
Hi, I'm Aisha -a person-centred counsellor working in Baldock, North Hertfordshire, who believes in the power of being truly heard. Life can feel overwhelming when you're navigating anxiety, grief or simply feeling lost without knowing why. You may lie awake at night trying to make sense of racing thoughts or feelings, or perhaps you mask how you feel out of fear that others won't understand. I offer a gentle non-judgemental and neuro-affirming space where you can safely explore your feelings and begin to make sense of your inner-world. Whether you process information differently or find it hard to put feelings into words,
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Jessica Oliyide - Nurture Play Therapy
Psychotherapist
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
With a background as a primary school teacher, family support worker, foster carer, and parent, I bring a deep understanding of childhood and family life from many perspectives.
I work closely with families and schools to ensure children feel supported both in and outside of the play room. My sessions are tailored to meet the unique needs of each child and to sensitively support them to process their feelings and experiences in ways that feel comfortable to them. I support children to build self esteem, resilience and coping skills.
With a background as a primary school teacher, family support worker, foster carer, and parent, I bring a deep understanding of childhood and family life from many perspectives.
I work closely with families and schools to ensure children feel supported both in and outside of the play room. My sessions are tailored to meet the unique needs of each child and to sensitively support them to process their feelings and experiences in ways that feel comfortable to them. I support children to build self esteem, resilience and coping skills.
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Cambridge Couple Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Here are some of the common issues I can help with: constant arguing, infidelity, lack of intimacy, difference in parenting styles, financial stress, coping with change eg empty nest, retirement and trust issues.
I have 10 years experience of couple counselling working with Relate and am comfortable talking about all areas of difficulty - from affairs to sexual issues, from emotional load imbalances to lack of connection. I also have extensive experience of working with couples where there is autism in one or both partners.
Here are some of the common issues I can help with: constant arguing, infidelity, lack of intimacy, difference in parenting styles, financial stress, coping with change eg empty nest, retirement and trust issues.
I have 10 years experience of couple counselling working with Relate and am comfortable talking about all areas of difficulty - from affairs to sexual issues, from emotional load imbalances to lack of connection. I also have extensive experience of working with couples where there is autism in one or both partners.
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Dr Emily Hudson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I work with parents who are struggling with their mental health.
As a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, with further specialism in Perinatal and Parental Mental Health, I work with people who have a range of difficulties including Anxiety, Depression, processing past trauma, OCD, birth trauma, phobia of birth, difficulties with bonding, gender disappointment, adjusting to parenthood, low self-esteem and the sad loss of a pregnancy. I understand that life can feel complicated and tricky, and often involves a mix of emotions. I will work alongside you to develop an intervention plan that fits for you, based upon your needs, your goals and the evidence bases for effective treatment.
I work with parents who are struggling with their mental health.
As a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, with further specialism in Perinatal and Parental Mental Health, I work with people who have a range of difficulties including Anxiety, Depression, processing past trauma, OCD, birth trauma, phobia of birth, difficulties with bonding, gender disappointment, adjusting to parenthood, low self-esteem and the sad loss of a pregnancy. I understand that life can feel complicated and tricky, and often involves a mix of emotions. I will work alongside you to develop an intervention plan that fits for you, based upon your needs, your goals and the evidence bases for effective treatment.
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Joanne Life Skills Counselling
Counsellor
Serves Area
I am a child centred counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy specialising in supporting children, young adults and parents.
I have extensive experience working in schools and family settings, both in the UK, USA, Switzerland and Egypt, supporting children and young people from diverse backgrounds. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of the developmental social, and emotional challenges that young people face today.
I am a child centred counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy specialising in supporting children, young adults and parents.
I have extensive experience working in schools and family settings, both in the UK, USA, Switzerland and Egypt, supporting children and young people from diverse backgrounds. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of the developmental social, and emotional challenges that young people face today.
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Dr Andrea Ralph
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I specialise in supporting children, young people, and parents who are facing life’s challenges, feeling stuck, or wanting things to change.
A large part of my clinical work has been at Great Ormond Street Hospital, working across several paediatric psychology teams and intensive care. I have specialist experience in supporting young people living with physical health conditions, and working with families where someone has experienced a brain injury.
I specialise in supporting children, young people, and parents who are facing life’s challenges, feeling stuck, or wanting things to change.
A large part of my clinical work has been at Great Ormond Street Hospital, working across several paediatric psychology teams and intensive care. I have specialist experience in supporting young people living with physical health conditions, and working with families where someone has experienced a brain injury.
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Kavita Nair
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
London N13
Do you often feel overwhelmed? Do you wake up tired? I’m a registered BACP Psychotherapist trained in an Integrative approach, which means I adapt, tailor and integrate the therapies to meet each individual’s unique needs and goals. If you are feeling overwhelmed and need a safe compassionate space to explore your feelings and make sense of it together, I am here to support you. I specialise in behavioural therapies that build a model to help you understand what’s been keeping you stuck and support you to take practical steps towards a more meaningful, connected life. I am also trained in Person-Centered and Psychodynamic therapies.
Do you often feel overwhelmed? Do you wake up tired? I’m a registered BACP Psychotherapist trained in an Integrative approach, which means I adapt, tailor and integrate the therapies to meet each individual’s unique needs and goals. If you are feeling overwhelmed and need a safe compassionate space to explore your feelings and make sense of it together, I am here to support you. I specialise in behavioural therapies that build a model to help you understand what’s been keeping you stuck and support you to take practical steps towards a more meaningful, connected life. I am also trained in Person-Centered and Psychodynamic therapies.
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Dr Jyoti Pooni
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Barnet EN5
I have specialised in working with children, young people, parents and families in the NHS and charity sector across community, outpatient and inpatient settings.
I offer an integrative approach using evidence based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy alongside Attachment theory, Mentalization theory and Systemic theory. I value a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship, which I believe will bring about the most change. I aim to provide a supportive, safe and non-judgemental therapeutic space.
I have specialised in working with children, young people, parents and families in the NHS and charity sector across community, outpatient and inpatient settings.
I offer an integrative approach using evidence based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy alongside Attachment theory, Mentalization theory and Systemic theory. I value a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship, which I believe will bring about the most change. I aim to provide a supportive, safe and non-judgemental therapeutic space.
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CJ Therapies
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Barnet EN5
I provide emotional support for Children, Young People and Parents.
Services I provide - •Child Creative Therapy (4- 11) •Teen Therapy (12-18) • Parent Therapy •Child & Parent Therapy. • Parent Workshops
I provide emotional support for Children, Young People and Parents.
Services I provide - •Child Creative Therapy (4- 11) •Teen Therapy (12-18) • Parent Therapy •Child & Parent Therapy. • Parent Workshops
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Anita Sommers
Counsellor, MA, MUKCP
Online Only
I am a Systemic Psychotherapist with extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families in a variety of settings. I hold a Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Edgewood College (Madison, Wisconsin, U.S.A) and am currently UKCP Registered. Before starting my private practice, I was employed for six years as a Specialist Clinician for Children’s Social Care by the Cambridgeshire County Council. Prior to this, I ran an outpatient program for individuals struggling with an eating disorder and their families. I work with individuals, couples and families,
I am a Systemic Psychotherapist with extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families in a variety of settings. I hold a Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Edgewood College (Madison, Wisconsin, U.S.A) and am currently UKCP Registered. Before starting my private practice, I was employed for six years as a Specialist Clinician for Children’s Social Care by the Cambridgeshire County Council. Prior to this, I ran an outpatient program for individuals struggling with an eating disorder and their families. I work with individuals, couples and families,
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Debi Magonet
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Perhaps becoming a parent has brought unexpected emotions to the surface.
I work with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and life transitions, with specialist experience in perinatal mental health. I offer both talking therapy and for those who find words limiting, art psychotherapy where no artistic skill needed. It's always your choice.
Perhaps becoming a parent has brought unexpected emotions to the surface.
I work with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and life transitions, with specialist experience in perinatal mental health. I offer both talking therapy and for those who find words limiting, art psychotherapy where no artistic skill needed. It's always your choice.
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Alex (Alexandra) Macfarlane
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Individual & couple’s counsellor. Do you feel stuck in an unhealthy place in your relationship or life? If so, with supportive counselling, both individuals can start to feel heard & understood. Together the couple can start to shape their future with the goals &values they want for their relationship. I also work with individuals suffering with anxiety or depression. As a compassionate, experienced counsellor, I provide a space where you can talk openly about what you’re going through. Together, we’ll explore the patterns, thoughts, & emotion that may be holding you back & work toward ways to restore balance & connection in life.
Individual & couple’s counsellor. Do you feel stuck in an unhealthy place in your relationship or life? If so, with supportive counselling, both individuals can start to feel heard & understood. Together the couple can start to shape their future with the goals &values they want for their relationship. I also work with individuals suffering with anxiety or depression. As a compassionate, experienced counsellor, I provide a space where you can talk openly about what you’re going through. Together, we’ll explore the patterns, thoughts, & emotion that may be holding you back & work toward ways to restore balance & connection in life.
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Pieter Willem Nel
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
In the 30 years since qualifying as a Clinical Psychologist, I have worked with people in both physical and mental health services I have substantial experience in helping and supporting children, young people, parents, adults, couples, families who are experiencing difficulties in life.
I provide psychological therapy for people who try to deal and cope with a wide range of difficulties and challenges, including: • Unhappiness, loneliness, and grief •Fears and anxieties • Relationship problems • Parents having problems managing their children or feeling that their own difficulties are affecting their children •Traumatic experiences • Stress
In the 30 years since qualifying as a Clinical Psychologist, I have worked with people in both physical and mental health services I have substantial experience in helping and supporting children, young people, parents, adults, couples, families who are experiencing difficulties in life.
I provide psychological therapy for people who try to deal and cope with a wide range of difficulties and challenges, including: • Unhappiness, loneliness, and grief •Fears and anxieties • Relationship problems • Parents having problems managing their children or feeling that their own difficulties are affecting their children •Traumatic experiences • Stress
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Bryony Vickers
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
I provide a supportive and non judgemental space to explore any issues that are troubling you. ​Having space to to talk things through with an experienced and compassionate professional can be an important part of working though life issues that feel stuck, confusing or painful. ​
I provide a supportive and non judgemental space to explore any issues that are troubling you. ​Having space to to talk things through with an experienced and compassionate professional can be an important part of working though life issues that feel stuck, confusing or painful. ​
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Brenda Salawu
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Online Only
I have over 10 years experience within the NHS, Education and Care sector supporting people with anxiety, depression, low mood,OCD, behavioural difficulties, relationship issues and social emotional mental health with neurodivergence. Hello! I'm Brenda a qualified Systemic Psychotherapist with UKCP. Do you notice patterns in your life or relationships that feel hard to change in your own thoughts and emotions, or in your child’s behaviour?As a Systemic Psychotherapist I understand that difficulties rarely exist in isolation. Our difficulties are often shaped by relational patterns, life experiences and the wider context we live in.
I have over 10 years experience within the NHS, Education and Care sector supporting people with anxiety, depression, low mood,OCD, behavioural difficulties, relationship issues and social emotional mental health with neurodivergence. Hello! I'm Brenda a qualified Systemic Psychotherapist with UKCP. Do you notice patterns in your life or relationships that feel hard to change in your own thoughts and emotions, or in your child’s behaviour?As a Systemic Psychotherapist I understand that difficulties rarely exist in isolation. Our difficulties are often shaped by relational patterns, life experiences and the wider context we live in.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.