Parenting Counselling in Southwater
None of us are immune to life's difficulties, and speaking with a counsellor whilst going through difficult times can significantly lessen that burden. It provides you with the time, space and support to process where you are in your life right now, and where you want to be heading. I have been working within the counselling field for over 17 years. I have worked within NHS settings and various counselling organisations in that time, offering a variety of proven, effective therapies to assist a wide range of issues.
None of us are immune to life's difficulties, and speaking with a counsellor whilst going through difficult times can significantly lessen that burden. It provides you with the time, space and support to process where you are in your life right now, and where you want to be heading. I have been working within the counselling field for over 17 years. I have worked within NHS settings and various counselling organisations in that time, offering a variety of proven, effective therapies to assist a wide range of issues.
I work with a wide range of clients, those who are “wearing a mask”, facing adversity, struggling with past trauma, loss of agency, identity, or self-destructive patterns. They feel disconnected, reactive, and uncertain about their future. They need a structured approach to rebuild trust in themselves, regain control, and find meaning in navigating their suffering. Their goal is growth, not just recovery. They want clarity, resilience, and a sense of purpose because they refuse to be defined by their past. My therapy focuses on reintegrating the divided self, fostering agency, and helping clients transform pain into strength.
I work with a wide range of clients, those who are “wearing a mask”, facing adversity, struggling with past trauma, loss of agency, identity, or self-destructive patterns. They feel disconnected, reactive, and uncertain about their future. They need a structured approach to rebuild trust in themselves, regain control, and find meaning in navigating their suffering. Their goal is growth, not just recovery. They want clarity, resilience, and a sense of purpose because they refuse to be defined by their past. My therapy focuses on reintegrating the divided self, fostering agency, and helping clients transform pain into strength.
As a humanistic counsellor you are at the centre of my practice. Working with children and adults I provide a safe and accepting space to explore and empower your decisions. I understand that life can feel confusing, isolating and some events can bring up emotions you had boxed away, leaving you feeling overwhelmed. You might feel that you have lost sight of who you are or that people just do not hear you. Big life changes especially in childhood have such an impact on us, and it is about seeing these patterns and deciding if you want to change them.
As a humanistic counsellor you are at the centre of my practice. Working with children and adults I provide a safe and accepting space to explore and empower your decisions. I understand that life can feel confusing, isolating and some events can bring up emotions you had boxed away, leaving you feeling overwhelmed. You might feel that you have lost sight of who you are or that people just do not hear you. Big life changes especially in childhood have such an impact on us, and it is about seeing these patterns and deciding if you want to change them.
I am fully qualified and experienced in working with adults of all ages and young people from the age of 11, with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, low mood, low self-esteem/self-worth, bereavement, loneliness, bullying, stress, relationship problems, abuse and many more. Maybe you feel stuck in a rut and would like things to look different for you, but unsure where to start. Whatever you are experiencing, we will figure it out together.
I am fully qualified and experienced in working with adults of all ages and young people from the age of 11, with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, low mood, low self-esteem/self-worth, bereavement, loneliness, bullying, stress, relationship problems, abuse and many more. Maybe you feel stuck in a rut and would like things to look different for you, but unsure where to start. Whatever you are experiencing, we will figure it out together.
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I also work with parents and carers.
Sometimes it’s difficult to know where you can turn to talk through family issues and get some help. Often those closest to you are very involved themselves. Or you don’t want to worry them. It may be that you don’t know where to turn. I am a highly experienced Child Psychotherapist. I offer therapy and mental health support for children and young people and consultation to the people who care for them. Therapy provides a safe space to explore issues that might be troubling someone, be it anxiety, stress and unhappiness; separation and loss; worries about school; gender and sexuality; low self esteem or any number of other things.
I also work with parents and carers.
Sometimes it’s difficult to know where you can turn to talk through family issues and get some help. Often those closest to you are very involved themselves. Or you don’t want to worry them. It may be that you don’t know where to turn. I am a highly experienced Child Psychotherapist. I offer therapy and mental health support for children and young people and consultation to the people who care for them. Therapy provides a safe space to explore issues that might be troubling someone, be it anxiety, stress and unhappiness; separation and loss; worries about school; gender and sexuality; low self esteem or any number of other things.
I'm a trauma informed therapist and I understand what it feels like to struggle with an issue alone. The anxiety, stress and low self-esteem that arise from shouldering a problem by yourself can be isolating and difficult to see a way out of. Silence or avoiding issues can lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms and related problems, such as interrupted sleep patterns and insomnia, disordered eating, self harm, and substance misuse. In turn, these impact relationships with those closest to you. We'll work together to identify unhealthy patterns and create a plan for effective, life-enhancing change.
I'm a trauma informed therapist and I understand what it feels like to struggle with an issue alone. The anxiety, stress and low self-esteem that arise from shouldering a problem by yourself can be isolating and difficult to see a way out of. Silence or avoiding issues can lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms and related problems, such as interrupted sleep patterns and insomnia, disordered eating, self harm, and substance misuse. In turn, these impact relationships with those closest to you. We'll work together to identify unhealthy patterns and create a plan for effective, life-enhancing change.
I work with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression/sadness, stress, anger, loneliness, social rejection, low self-esteem, lack of motivation, bereavement/loss, abuse, parenting challenges, and difficulties with sleep, alcohol, drugs and food.
I provide a supportive, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences. Together, we can work through aspects of your life, both past and present, and focus on what you would like to change, accept, or better understand. I offer therapy to adults in person, online, and by phone, with short and long-term sessions available.
I work with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression/sadness, stress, anger, loneliness, social rejection, low self-esteem, lack of motivation, bereavement/loss, abuse, parenting challenges, and difficulties with sleep, alcohol, drugs and food.
I provide a supportive, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences. Together, we can work through aspects of your life, both past and present, and focus on what you would like to change, accept, or better understand. I offer therapy to adults in person, online, and by phone, with short and long-term sessions available.
I work with RELATIONSHIP CHALLENGES. So, whether you're: a mother struggling in your relationship with your child or motherhood itself; a couple in crisis; experiencing recurring relationship problems; or still searching for that elusive romantic relationship I’m keen to work with you. I work with both individuals and couples; and I can discuss with you which one of these may be the best fit for you. I find that by exploring your personal history we can often discover the root cause of your challenges so you can begin to enjoy intimacy and connection.
I work with RELATIONSHIP CHALLENGES. So, whether you're: a mother struggling in your relationship with your child or motherhood itself; a couple in crisis; experiencing recurring relationship problems; or still searching for that elusive romantic relationship I’m keen to work with you. I work with both individuals and couples; and I can discuss with you which one of these may be the best fit for you. I find that by exploring your personal history we can often discover the root cause of your challenges so you can begin to enjoy intimacy and connection.
I am a fully qualified psychotherapist working with adults in both private practice and the NHS. Although I have a practice in London I am currently working entirely via VC and able to take on new clients. I work largely in the psychodynamic model but always remain flexible to offer the best possible help. I encourage open-ended therapy for the most opportunity for change, growth, and support but also I am happy to offer time-limited/short-term therapy if that is what might suit you better. I am registered with all the major private healthcare providers should you wish to apply via them. Please see my website for more details
I am a fully qualified psychotherapist working with adults in both private practice and the NHS. Although I have a practice in London I am currently working entirely via VC and able to take on new clients. I work largely in the psychodynamic model but always remain flexible to offer the best possible help. I encourage open-ended therapy for the most opportunity for change, growth, and support but also I am happy to offer time-limited/short-term therapy if that is what might suit you better. I am registered with all the major private healthcare providers should you wish to apply via them. Please see my website for more details
Hi, my name is Mia Von Scha, and my passion is supporting parents and families.
Are you finding parenting more challenging than you thought it would be? Is your child’s behavior driving you up the wall? Are ghosts from your own past stopping you from enjoying your parenting journey? I’m here to help. I offer parenting support, therapy and life coaching for parents who would like to get their mojo back and start enjoying life again.
Hi, my name is Mia Von Scha, and my passion is supporting parents and families.
Are you finding parenting more challenging than you thought it would be? Is your child’s behavior driving you up the wall? Are ghosts from your own past stopping you from enjoying your parenting journey? I’m here to help. I offer parenting support, therapy and life coaching for parents who would like to get their mojo back and start enjoying life again.
I offer a supportive, confidential and open space for my clients in South West London, Kingston, Surrey (in-person or online). We will discuss goals and preferred outcomes for therapy and review these regularly as our ongoing work together.
I offer a supportive, confidential and open space for my clients in South West London, Kingston, Surrey (in-person or online). We will discuss goals and preferred outcomes for therapy and review these regularly as our ongoing work together.
Therapy can be a place where your experience is taken seriously, and where you feel seen as a whole person—not just in your role as a parent.
Psychodynamic Therapist for Mothers & Women Navigating Identity, Relationships & Matrescence.
You may love your child deeply, yet feel overwhelmed, lost, or unlike yourself. Perhaps your relationships feel strained, or you find yourself reacting in ways you don’t fully understand. Many women are surprised by the emotional and psychological impact of motherhood—not just in the early days, but across the whole journey of caring for others.
I offer a space where you can begin to make sense of these experiences—without judgement, pressure, or expectation.
Therapy can be a place where your experience is taken seriously, and where you feel seen as a whole person—not just in your role as a parent.
Psychodynamic Therapist for Mothers & Women Navigating Identity, Relationships & Matrescence.
You may love your child deeply, yet feel overwhelmed, lost, or unlike yourself. Perhaps your relationships feel strained, or you find yourself reacting in ways you don’t fully understand. Many women are surprised by the emotional and psychological impact of motherhood—not just in the early days, but across the whole journey of caring for others.
I offer a space where you can begin to make sense of these experiences—without judgement, pressure, or expectation.
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.
You are getting easily frustrated and overwhelmed as a parent.
You have a safe space to process and debrief; and gain techniques and tools to look after your mental health and cope with challenges in yours and your child's daily life. You may need advice or support outside of session time; you are gaining an understanding helping hand with feedback and after sessions and communication whenever you need.
You are getting easily frustrated and overwhelmed as a parent.
You have a safe space to process and debrief; and gain techniques and tools to look after your mental health and cope with challenges in yours and your child's daily life. You may need advice or support outside of session time; you are gaining an understanding helping hand with feedback and after sessions and communication whenever you need.
I have helped people work through a whole range of issues from anxiety and depression, trauma, abuse, gender, sexuality, parenting, loss and family relationships.
I have been a counsellor for Heads Together with young clients (14-25) for a number of years and I also counsel in a Primary School with younger children. i am particularly interested in working with young people, family relationships ( parenting) and gender identity issues.
I have helped people work through a whole range of issues from anxiety and depression, trauma, abuse, gender, sexuality, parenting, loss and family relationships.
I have been a counsellor for Heads Together with young clients (14-25) for a number of years and I also counsel in a Primary School with younger children. i am particularly interested in working with young people, family relationships ( parenting) and gender identity issues.
Are you struggling with an aspect of parenting?
I am a Counselling Psychologist with 15+ years experience. I am a qualified Parent Infant Psychotherapist and an EMDR therapist. Being able to offer a range of specialist therapies means I can provide a bespoke therapy for people who are struggling with any aspects of parenting, from pre-conception anxiety, to birth trauma, to baby's sleeping issues.
Are you struggling with an aspect of parenting?
I am a Counselling Psychologist with 15+ years experience. I am a qualified Parent Infant Psychotherapist and an EMDR therapist. Being able to offer a range of specialist therapies means I can provide a bespoke therapy for people who are struggling with any aspects of parenting, from pre-conception anxiety, to birth trauma, to baby's sleeping issues.
Hello, I’m Catherine and I’m a registered Clinical Psychologist, specialising in child and family work. I qualified with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of East London in 2013, and have been working within the NHS, at Great Ormond Street Hospital, and privately with children and families since. I specialise in working with children and families to overcome difficulties and reach their preferred futures. I have expertise in working with children and families in Child and Adolescent Mental Health settings, Paediatrics and Schools.
Hello, I’m Catherine and I’m a registered Clinical Psychologist, specialising in child and family work. I qualified with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of East London in 2013, and have been working within the NHS, at Great Ormond Street Hospital, and privately with children and families since. I specialise in working with children and families to overcome difficulties and reach their preferred futures. I have expertise in working with children and families in Child and Adolescent Mental Health settings, Paediatrics and Schools.
Are you feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself or the people around you?
Perhaps you find yourself stuck in familiar relationship patterns, struggling to cope, or unsure of who you are and what you want. When life starts to feel heavy or confusing, therapy can offer a place to slow down, breathe, and find your footing again.
My existential analytic approach focuses on looking beneath the surface, helping you understand the why behind your feelings, thoughts, and behaviours. Rather than trying to “fix” symptoms, we’ll work together to make sense of them.
Are you feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself or the people around you?
Perhaps you find yourself stuck in familiar relationship patterns, struggling to cope, or unsure of who you are and what you want. When life starts to feel heavy or confusing, therapy can offer a place to slow down, breathe, and find your footing again.
My existential analytic approach focuses on looking beneath the surface, helping you understand the why behind your feelings, thoughts, and behaviours. Rather than trying to “fix” symptoms, we’ll work together to make sense of them.
Hi! I am Roz (she/her). I work face to face and online. 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). Talking with friends or family you may feel unheard or given unhelpful advice. In therapy, I aim for you to feel able to explore the life issues or challenges you are facing. I follow your lead and work in the way most appropriate to you, helping to provide clarity, address concerns, or work towards the improved self-esteem, empowerment, change or self-acceptance you desire.
Hi! I am Roz (she/her). I work face to face and online. 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). Talking with friends or family you may feel unheard or given unhelpful advice. In therapy, I aim for you to feel able to explore the life issues or challenges you are facing. I follow your lead and work in the way most appropriate to you, helping to provide clarity, address concerns, or work towards the improved self-esteem, empowerment, change or self-acceptance you desire.
Recognising that children’s lives are rooted in their family, I also offer a supportive space for parents and carers to think together with me about presenting concerns.
My relationship-based, creative approach to therapy is child-centred. I support safe exploration and expression of difficult thoughts and feelings using PACE (playfulness, acceptance, curiosity and empathy). Sand-tray work, puppets, clay, movement, art, play, music and talking are just some of the ways we might work together towards positive change.
Recognising that children’s lives are rooted in their family, I also offer a supportive space for parents and carers to think together with me about presenting concerns.
My relationship-based, creative approach to therapy is child-centred. I support safe exploration and expression of difficult thoughts and feelings using PACE (playfulness, acceptance, curiosity and empathy). Sand-tray work, puppets, clay, movement, art, play, music and talking are just some of the ways we might work together towards positive change.
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- Billingshurst
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- Cranleigh
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- Henfield
- Horsham
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- Lindfield
- Redhill
- Steyning
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.