Child Counselling in Shoreham-by-Sea
I am a highly experienced Child Psychotherapist.
I use various ways of working with children and young people. Play, art, drama, music, sand tray & talking offer a variety of ways of expressing thoughts, worries, feelings and of working with them. I also work with parents and carers. Sometimes, a one or two session consultation can be effective in helping parents/carers explore solutions.
I am a highly experienced Child Psychotherapist.
I use various ways of working with children and young people. Play, art, drama, music, sand tray & talking offer a variety of ways of expressing thoughts, worries, feelings and of working with them. I also work with parents and carers. Sometimes, a one or two session consultation can be effective in helping parents/carers explore solutions.
Therapy is a space to be heard, understood, and supported, especially when it’s hard to name what’s wrong but the impact is deeply felt.
I offer a safe, compassionate environment to explore anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, health concerns, or adjusting to a diagnosis.
I specialise in attachment-based therapy and nervous system regulation, informed by polyvagal theory, to help you heal relationships, build safety, and foster deeper connections. Together, we’ll work to help you move forward with greater clarity, balance, and resilience.
Therapy is a space to be heard, understood, and supported, especially when it’s hard to name what’s wrong but the impact is deeply felt.
I offer a safe, compassionate environment to explore anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, health concerns, or adjusting to a diagnosis.
I specialise in attachment-based therapy and nervous system regulation, informed by polyvagal theory, to help you heal relationships, build safety, and foster deeper connections. Together, we’ll work to help you move forward with greater clarity, balance, and resilience.
If you or your child would like to meet me briefly on the phone or on zoom to discuss your hopes for counselling, I offer a quick meeting free of charge.
I offer a safe space to reflect, make sense of your thoughts and feelings, and explore how past experiences may be shaping your present relationships, behaviours, and ways of coping. Together, we can begin to understand the unconscious dynamics that may be causing distress or holding you back, and consider what changes you could make that might make a difference.
I work with young people and adults, and have particular experience with neurodiversity, physical disability, and LGBTQ+ identities.
If you or your child would like to meet me briefly on the phone or on zoom to discuss your hopes for counselling, I offer a quick meeting free of charge.
I offer a safe space to reflect, make sense of your thoughts and feelings, and explore how past experiences may be shaping your present relationships, behaviours, and ways of coping. Together, we can begin to understand the unconscious dynamics that may be causing distress or holding you back, and consider what changes you could make that might make a difference.
I work with young people and adults, and have particular experience with neurodiversity, physical disability, and LGBTQ+ identities.
Or you may be worried about your child and unsure how best to support them.
My work combines therapy and coaching so we can address past trauma, limiting beliefs and emotional patterns while also creating practical steps that support real change. I draw on evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT-informed therapy, biofeedback and neurofeedback where helpful. My team also provides therapy for children, families and adults.
Or you may be worried about your child and unsure how best to support them.
My work combines therapy and coaching so we can address past trauma, limiting beliefs and emotional patterns while also creating practical steps that support real change. I draw on evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT-informed therapy, biofeedback and neurofeedback where helpful. My team also provides therapy for children, families and adults.
I work across the lifespan and specialise in areas such as anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, OCD, bereavement, divorce, work stress, school issues, chronic illness, disabillity, special needs, adolescences, parenting issues, and Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC) in both adults and children.
HelIo, I’m a fully qualified Clinical Psychologist (HCPC registered) with over 20 years’ experience supporting adults, young people and families across a wide range of mental health challenges. In my work I feel privileged to walk alongside people as they navigate change and improve their wellbeing. Whether you’re looking for short-term help or longer-term therapy, my aim is to create a compassionate, non-judgemental space where you can explore difficulties and make meaningful progress. If you’d like to learn more or are considering arranging an appointment, please don’t hesitate to get in touch — all enquiries are warmly welcome.
I work across the lifespan and specialise in areas such as anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, OCD, bereavement, divorce, work stress, school issues, chronic illness, disabillity, special needs, adolescences, parenting issues, and Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC) in both adults and children.
HelIo, I’m a fully qualified Clinical Psychologist (HCPC registered) with over 20 years’ experience supporting adults, young people and families across a wide range of mental health challenges. In my work I feel privileged to walk alongside people as they navigate change and improve their wellbeing. Whether you’re looking for short-term help or longer-term therapy, my aim is to create a compassionate, non-judgemental space where you can explore difficulties and make meaningful progress. If you’d like to learn more or are considering arranging an appointment, please don’t hesitate to get in touch — all enquiries are warmly welcome.
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.
You may be seeking counselling due to feeling anxious, overwhelmed, angry, confused or ‘stuck’; have unresolved childhood issues or experiencing difficulties around neurodivergence (diagnosed or not).
I work with adults and teenagers with concerns that include neurodiversity, anxiety, relationships, gender, sexuality, body image, self-harm, grief etc. without judging or advising. I am a University Mental Health Mentor, experienced at working with young adults. Whatever your age, gender, culture, race or faith, we will address the issues important to you.
You may be seeking counselling due to feeling anxious, overwhelmed, angry, confused or ‘stuck’; have unresolved childhood issues or experiencing difficulties around neurodivergence (diagnosed or not).
I work with adults and teenagers with concerns that include neurodiversity, anxiety, relationships, gender, sexuality, body image, self-harm, grief etc. without judging or advising. I am a University Mental Health Mentor, experienced at working with young adults. Whatever your age, gender, culture, race or faith, we will address the issues important to you.
Hello, I am an experienced Psychotherapist, supervisor and teacher. I am registerd with the UKCP and qualified with a master in Psychotherapy in 2014. I work by talking with you, and seeking to understand your difficulties. Difficulties, or symptoms can come in many forms, including, depressions, anxieties, anger, addictions, compulsions and relationship difficulties. I will listen carefully to both the conscious and unconscious processes happening in our therapy and offer creative reflections that seek to create greater awarness of your internal experience and relief from distressing and debilitating symptoms.
Hello, I am an experienced Psychotherapist, supervisor and teacher. I am registerd with the UKCP and qualified with a master in Psychotherapy in 2014. I work by talking with you, and seeking to understand your difficulties. Difficulties, or symptoms can come in many forms, including, depressions, anxieties, anger, addictions, compulsions and relationship difficulties. I will listen carefully to both the conscious and unconscious processes happening in our therapy and offer creative reflections that seek to create greater awarness of your internal experience and relief from distressing and debilitating symptoms.
I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and feel supported as we explore the difficulties you're facing. You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, low, or not sure where to begin — and that’s completely okay. You don’t need to have everything figured out. We can explore whatever you’re bringing gently, safely, and at your pace.
You are invited to bring all parts of yourself — even those that may feel messy, difficult or hidden. You are welcome to express what may feel unsayable or unthinkable to you. Together, we’ll explore the experiences, patterns, and beliefs that shape your life.
I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and feel supported as we explore the difficulties you're facing. You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, low, or not sure where to begin — and that’s completely okay. You don’t need to have everything figured out. We can explore whatever you’re bringing gently, safely, and at your pace.
You are invited to bring all parts of yourself — even those that may feel messy, difficult or hidden. You are welcome to express what may feel unsayable or unthinkable to you. Together, we’ll explore the experiences, patterns, and beliefs that shape your life.
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.
Welcome. As we embark on a new year, are you resolved to make changes in your personal life or relationships? Have you been impacted by a life change, or are you tired of repeating the same patterns? I provide a warm, empathic space for both individuals and couples to explore their experiences. Sessions will uncover patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving, gently challenging outmoded ways of being.
I am trained to work on a wide range of issues, with particular expertise in anxiety and self-esteem, relationship and attachment difficulties, life transitions, loss and bereavement.
Welcome. As we embark on a new year, are you resolved to make changes in your personal life or relationships? Have you been impacted by a life change, or are you tired of repeating the same patterns? I provide a warm, empathic space for both individuals and couples to explore their experiences. Sessions will uncover patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving, gently challenging outmoded ways of being.
I am trained to work on a wide range of issues, with particular expertise in anxiety and self-esteem, relationship and attachment difficulties, life transitions, loss and bereavement.
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.
HI and welcome, I’m a qualified play therapist based in Worthing, offering a warm, welcoming space where children can express themselves freely through play.
I offer creative, child-led play therapy to support emotional wellbeing, including anxiety, trauma, and neurodiversity. I work with families and carers, online or in person, and bring strong safeguarding experience to ensure every child feels safe, heard, and supported. I ensure that I follow the professional standards of PTUK membership.
HI and welcome, I’m a qualified play therapist based in Worthing, offering a warm, welcoming space where children can express themselves freely through play.
I offer creative, child-led play therapy to support emotional wellbeing, including anxiety, trauma, and neurodiversity. I work with families and carers, online or in person, and bring strong safeguarding experience to ensure every child feels safe, heard, and supported. I ensure that I follow the professional standards of PTUK membership.
Counselling and Psychotherapy can be a space to explore current or past concerns, desires and hopes. You may be wanting to get to grips with an aspect of yourself that keeps tripping you up or is holding you back in some way. You may be struggling with current losses, relationship difficulties, adversity, or have a sense of longing that you cannot make sense of. You may have experienced a sense of low self-esteem/ self-worth due to early experiences of being misunderstood or unaccepted for who you are or have experienced neglectful parenting or trauma or simply need a space in your life to figure something out.
Counselling and Psychotherapy can be a space to explore current or past concerns, desires and hopes. You may be wanting to get to grips with an aspect of yourself that keeps tripping you up or is holding you back in some way. You may be struggling with current losses, relationship difficulties, adversity, or have a sense of longing that you cannot make sense of. You may have experienced a sense of low self-esteem/ self-worth due to early experiences of being misunderstood or unaccepted for who you are or have experienced neglectful parenting or trauma or simply need a space in your life to figure something out.
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I am experienced therapist working with Adults, Children and Adolescents who struggle with exam worries, anxiety and depression, Self harming, working with Survivors of Suicide, Sexual assault and Child sexual abuse offering talking therapy and Trauma Therapy using EMDR.
Do you need an opportunity to help process your thoughts and feelings in a safe, non-judgemental, confidential environment? I can offer you a warm, confidential and trusting relationship. Although what distresses you is the most important factor, I will also discuss with you your lifestyle, health, sleep patterns and other aspects, such as relaxation techniques. Whatever the situation take your first step whether you are anxious, depressed, grieving or feeling bad about yourself. You are the real expert in what is going on for you and what you need. I am here to support you and together we can work through your concerns.
I am experienced therapist working with Adults, Children and Adolescents who struggle with exam worries, anxiety and depression, Self harming, working with Survivors of Suicide, Sexual assault and Child sexual abuse offering talking therapy and Trauma Therapy using EMDR.
Do you need an opportunity to help process your thoughts and feelings in a safe, non-judgemental, confidential environment? I can offer you a warm, confidential and trusting relationship. Although what distresses you is the most important factor, I will also discuss with you your lifestyle, health, sleep patterns and other aspects, such as relaxation techniques. Whatever the situation take your first step whether you are anxious, depressed, grieving or feeling bad about yourself. You are the real expert in what is going on for you and what you need. I am here to support you and together we can work through your concerns.
The following techniques can be used as appropriate; Cognitive Restructuring, Behavioral Activation, Exposure Therapy, ERP, Mindfulness Techniques, Self-Monitoring, Behavioural experiments, role-play, problem solving skills, relaxation techniques, self compassion, inner child work.
I believe that true healing comes from addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—empowering you to move forward with clarity and strength.
Through our work together, I aim to help you become more present in your daily life, rediscover your confidence, and release the fears that may be holding you back. Therapy isn’t just about managing difficulties; it’s about growth, transformation, and deepening your connection to yourself and others. With warmth and understanding, I will guide you toward a life where you feel more grounded, resilient, and free to be your authentic self. You deserve to live fully, and I’m here to help you
The following techniques can be used as appropriate; Cognitive Restructuring, Behavioral Activation, Exposure Therapy, ERP, Mindfulness Techniques, Self-Monitoring, Behavioural experiments, role-play, problem solving skills, relaxation techniques, self compassion, inner child work.
I believe that true healing comes from addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—empowering you to move forward with clarity and strength.
Through our work together, I aim to help you become more present in your daily life, rediscover your confidence, and release the fears that may be holding you back. Therapy isn’t just about managing difficulties; it’s about growth, transformation, and deepening your connection to yourself and others. With warmth and understanding, I will guide you toward a life where you feel more grounded, resilient, and free to be your authentic self. You deserve to live fully, and I’m here to help you
I am an integrative counsellor who has experience working with children, young people, and adults.
Hello and welcome! Taking the first step on your counselling journey can often be the hardest, but you are here so you’ve done it! People often seek out counselling for a specific need, but it may be that you are unsure why you are feeling a certain way. Exploring your thoughts and feelings through talking therapy can help.
I am an integrative counsellor who has experience working with children, young people, and adults.
Hello and welcome! Taking the first step on your counselling journey can often be the hardest, but you are here so you’ve done it! People often seek out counselling for a specific need, but it may be that you are unsure why you are feeling a certain way. Exploring your thoughts and feelings through talking therapy can help.
Hi, I am a qualified person-centred counsellor in Hastings with experience of working with adults and adolescents. I offer a holistic and creative approach to therapy, where I have extensive training and experience working with a wide range of issues. I understand seeking counselling can be a very difficult daunting process. I am naturally empathic, supportive and non-judgmental. I am passionate in my belief of working together to create a trusting authentic therapeutic relationship, to explore potentially difficult and tender aspects of your life in a safe and confidential space.
Hi, I am a qualified person-centred counsellor in Hastings with experience of working with adults and adolescents. I offer a holistic and creative approach to therapy, where I have extensive training and experience working with a wide range of issues. I understand seeking counselling can be a very difficult daunting process. I am naturally empathic, supportive and non-judgmental. I am passionate in my belief of working together to create a trusting authentic therapeutic relationship, to explore potentially difficult and tender aspects of your life in a safe and confidential space.
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 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.
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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.