Child Counselling in Surbiton

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Helen Taylor
Counsellor, MBACP
I support adults, children and young people when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed or confused by their experiences and emotions, to help discover a sense of relief, ease and hopefulness about the future.
Responsive to individual needs and preferences, I draw on a range of counselling theories, including talk, creative and play-based approaches. I have extensive specialist training in child and adolescent therapy, but also work with adults who may be encountering challenges with transitional phases at any lifestage.
I support adults, children and young people when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed or confused by their experiences and emotions, to help discover a sense of relief, ease and hopefulness about the future.
Responsive to individual needs and preferences, I draw on a range of counselling theories, including talk, creative and play-based approaches. I have extensive specialist training in child and adolescent therapy, but also work with adults who may be encountering challenges with transitional phases at any lifestage.
020 4538 5406 View 020 4538 5406
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Sarah Beaumont
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Do you or your child struggle with anxiety and/or depression?
I’m a clinical psychologist and I have extensive training to help people of all ages with a range of difficulties. I am trained to use CBT, VIG,and EMDR. I also have an interest in using ACT principles. As a psychologist I have received over 6 years of training and have 10 years post-qualification experience to help with a range of problems.
Do you or your child struggle with anxiety and/or depression?
I’m a clinical psychologist and I have extensive training to help people of all ages with a range of difficulties. I am trained to use CBT, VIG,and EMDR. I also have an interest in using ACT principles. As a psychologist I have received over 6 years of training and have 10 years post-qualification experience to help with a range of problems.
020 3917 4791 View 020 3917 4791
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Zara Kadir
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I believe the same is true for children and using sand tray and art materials I allow children to process their emotions through play.
Psychotherapy is not a hierarchical relationship whereby the psychotherapist knows more than the client. In fact, it is the opposite, I believe that you know what is right for you but perhaps are too overwhelmed by your current feelings to be able to see the choices available to you.
I believe the same is true for children and using sand tray and art materials I allow children to process their emotions through play.
Psychotherapy is not a hierarchical relationship whereby the psychotherapist knows more than the client. In fact, it is the opposite, I believe that you know what is right for you but perhaps are too overwhelmed by your current feelings to be able to see the choices available to you.
020 7078 9406 View 020 7078 9406
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Emily Knivett
Counsellor, MBACP
I'm a psychotherapist based in Surbiton, Greater London. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy; I meet their high standards of proficiency, professionalism and ethical practice. I work online and in person in Surbiton. I help adults and adolescents with a variety of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, lack of assertiveness, self-esteem, and grief. I am neurodiversity affirming.
I'm a psychotherapist based in Surbiton, Greater London. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy; I meet their high standards of proficiency, professionalism and ethical practice. I work online and in person in Surbiton. I help adults and adolescents with a variety of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, lack of assertiveness, self-esteem, and grief. I am neurodiversity affirming.
020 3838 0678 View 020 3838 0678
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David Abrehart
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Finding a good match for a therapist can seem daunting. In consulting with me, I seek to offer you the benefits of my many years' experience with a sensitive and respectful approach.  Whether you are struggling with anxiety or low mood, or feel stuck in a difficult situation, or feel you are not fulfilling your potential, or perhaps have an adolescent son or daughter who you are concerned about, I would value hearing from you.
Finding a good match for a therapist can seem daunting. In consulting with me, I seek to offer you the benefits of my many years' experience with a sensitive and respectful approach.  Whether you are struggling with anxiety or low mood, or feel stuck in a difficult situation, or feel you are not fulfilling your potential, or perhaps have an adolescent son or daughter who you are concerned about, I would value hearing from you.
020 3835 5296 View 020 3835 5296
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Morag Shrafeddin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
I am an experienced integrative counsellor and psychotherapist specifically trained to work with children and young people and a teacher with 20 years' experience in both primary and secondary schools.
As a psychotherapist, I help children & young people understand their emotions, develop healthy relationships, build confidence & self-esteem. This is often working with children & young people with anxiety, depression, ASD & suicidal ideation. I offer a safe, confidential space so they can explore their thoughts and feelings. I am there to listen and help.
I am an experienced integrative counsellor and psychotherapist specifically trained to work with children and young people and a teacher with 20 years' experience in both primary and secondary schools.
As a psychotherapist, I help children & young people understand their emotions, develop healthy relationships, build confidence & self-esteem. This is often working with children & young people with anxiety, depression, ASD & suicidal ideation. I offer a safe, confidential space so they can explore their thoughts and feelings. I am there to listen and help.
020 3815 9368 View 020 3815 9368
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Faye Kinirons
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Therapy can be an opportunity for you to develop self-awareness, and a deeper understanding of the ways in which you relate to both yourself and others. It can be a place to explore and make sense of the things that are getting in the way of you living the life that you wish to live. This will involve us working together to explore the issues you bring.
Therapy can be an opportunity for you to develop self-awareness, and a deeper understanding of the ways in which you relate to both yourself and others. It can be a place to explore and make sense of the things that are getting in the way of you living the life that you wish to live. This will involve us working together to explore the issues you bring.
020 3947 3414 View 020 3947 3414
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Ellie Bennett
Psychotherapist, MBACP
I work with anxiety, depression, trauma,(sexual, emotional and physical) ,domestic violence, anger management, Pure O, Inner child, addiction.
Reaching out and asking for help can be both scary and difficult. You may be struggling with things in your life and you don't know how to manage them. My aim is to provide a safe and confidential space in which you will be heard without the fear of being judged. Where you will feel accepted for who you are. As an Integrative Relational counsellor I blend different theories and approaches to suit you specific and needs. Together we will work side by side as you embark on your therapeutic journey.
I work with anxiety, depression, trauma,(sexual, emotional and physical) ,domestic violence, anger management, Pure O, Inner child, addiction.
Reaching out and asking for help can be both scary and difficult. You may be struggling with things in your life and you don't know how to manage them. My aim is to provide a safe and confidential space in which you will be heard without the fear of being judged. Where you will feel accepted for who you are. As an Integrative Relational counsellor I blend different theories and approaches to suit you specific and needs. Together we will work side by side as you embark on your therapeutic journey.
020 3929 3425 View 020 3929 3425
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Transformative Healing
Counsellor, MBACP
Hi there, my name is Srab and thank you for visiting my page. Is life frustrating and getting you down? Are you experiencing frequent burn out, stress, worry, anxiety, depression and confusion? Do you feel stuck in your work, relationship or marriage? Do you find yourself repeating self-destructive addictive behaviours to alcohol, drugs, food or gambling? Maybe your relationships have become damaged or broken and now there is a breakdown of trust. Are you finding hard to cope with a divorce, loss of employment, bereavement or illness? If so, you have found the right page. I am here to help you
Hi there, my name is Srab and thank you for visiting my page. Is life frustrating and getting you down? Are you experiencing frequent burn out, stress, worry, anxiety, depression and confusion? Do you feel stuck in your work, relationship or marriage? Do you find yourself repeating self-destructive addictive behaviours to alcohol, drugs, food or gambling? Maybe your relationships have become damaged or broken and now there is a breakdown of trust. Are you finding hard to cope with a divorce, loss of employment, bereavement or illness? If so, you have found the right page. I am here to help you
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Emma Cotterill
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I am a Principal Clinical Psychologist, Chartered with the BPS and registered with HCPC. I work with adults experiencing mental health difficulties, including depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, PTSD, phobias, OCD, stress. I use an individualised integrative therapy approach, drawing on CBT, ACT, CFT, Mindfulness, EMDR. I have specialist experience in working with trauma, grief and loss. I also specialise in supporting individuals through relationship changes (divorce/separation) and through the challenges of life's stressors - work, parenting, family dynamics, heath issues.
I am a Principal Clinical Psychologist, Chartered with the BPS and registered with HCPC. I work with adults experiencing mental health difficulties, including depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, PTSD, phobias, OCD, stress. I use an individualised integrative therapy approach, drawing on CBT, ACT, CFT, Mindfulness, EMDR. I have specialist experience in working with trauma, grief and loss. I also specialise in supporting individuals through relationship changes (divorce/separation) and through the challenges of life's stressors - work, parenting, family dynamics, heath issues.
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Katharine Carpenter
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Life can feel overwhelming at times, particularly in today’s world. I am a qualified, fully accredited and experienced therapist, here to work with you to achieve a positive outcome, whatever that may be for you. I aim to offer professional yet approachable support, taking the stigma out of therapy.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, particularly in today’s world. I am a qualified, fully accredited and experienced therapist, here to work with you to achieve a positive outcome, whatever that may be for you. I aim to offer professional yet approachable support, taking the stigma out of therapy.
01372 677112 View 01372 677112
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Ricky Brown
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I trained as a psychotherapist later in life following a previous career working with vulnerable individuals. Coupled with my now extensive psychotherapeutic training, I am a knowledgeable, conscientious and empathetic individual whom is well respected within the field.
I trained as a psychotherapist later in life following a previous career working with vulnerable individuals. Coupled with my now extensive psychotherapeutic training, I am a knowledgeable, conscientious and empathetic individual whom is well respected within the field.
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Bronwyn Stewart
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Serves Area
I am a Chartered Psychologist and Registered Clinical Psychologist working with adolescents, adults and families across a wide range of difficulties. I have a decade of experience in the NHS and understand the importance of adapting my knowledge and expertise to meet the needs of the individual or family that I am working with.
I am a Chartered Psychologist and Registered Clinical Psychologist working with adolescents, adults and families across a wide range of difficulties. I have a decade of experience in the NHS and understand the importance of adapting my knowledge and expertise to meet the needs of the individual or family that I am working with.
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Claudia Maschi
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
We all wish for our children to thrive and live life to their full potential.
I am a qualified integrative children and adolescent counsellor/therapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP). I work in private practice and in schools where I support children, parents and staff. I offer in person and online therapy to children and adolescents as well as support parents.
We all wish for our children to thrive and live life to their full potential.
I am a qualified integrative children and adolescent counsellor/therapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP). I work in private practice and in schools where I support children, parents and staff. I offer in person and online therapy to children and adolescents as well as support parents.
020 4538 0498 View 020 4538 0498
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Yingli Wang
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I also work with relationship and family issues, which are often rooted in unresolved childhood trauma and unconscious relational pattern.
My training in Psychosynthesis combined with my personal journey of self-actualization has led me to develop my own unique style of counselling: person-centred, compassion-focused, and transpersonal approach. In my work, you can expect an abundance of interesting in-depth inquiry and subconscious processes to fit your mental and emotional constitution.
I also work with relationship and family issues, which are often rooted in unresolved childhood trauma and unconscious relational pattern.
My training in Psychosynthesis combined with my personal journey of self-actualization has led me to develop my own unique style of counselling: person-centred, compassion-focused, and transpersonal approach. In my work, you can expect an abundance of interesting in-depth inquiry and subconscious processes to fit your mental and emotional constitution.
01372 235644 View 01372 235644
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Dr Katherine Mollart
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have experience of working with individuals, couples, families, adults, older adults, children and adolescents and people with learning disabilities, within a wide range of NHS health care settings.
I am a registered Practitioner Psychologist with The Health Care Professional Council (HCPC), which monitors and regulates the practice of Clinical Psychologists. I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with The British Psychological Society (BPS). The BPS is the representative body for psychology and psychologists in the UK.
I have experience of working with individuals, couples, families, adults, older adults, children and adolescents and people with learning disabilities, within a wide range of NHS health care settings.
I am a registered Practitioner Psychologist with The Health Care Professional Council (HCPC), which monitors and regulates the practice of Clinical Psychologists. I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with The British Psychological Society (BPS). The BPS is the representative body for psychology and psychologists in the UK.
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Helen Caro
Counsellor, MBACP
Not accepting new clients
I am fully qualified Integrative Relational Counsellor. This means that I draw upon a variety of skills and approaches depending on what your needs and personality requires. Above all else, I believe that it is the relationship between you and I that will offer the best opportunity for change. I see clients with a wide range of issues and rest assured no matter how big or small the problem seems to you, you will be treated with warmth and respect. Some of the challenges I work with include: Anxiety, Depression, General low mood, Bereavement, Low self-confidence and self-esteem and stress. This list is by no means exhaustive.
I am fully qualified Integrative Relational Counsellor. This means that I draw upon a variety of skills and approaches depending on what your needs and personality requires. Above all else, I believe that it is the relationship between you and I that will offer the best opportunity for change. I see clients with a wide range of issues and rest assured no matter how big or small the problem seems to you, you will be treated with warmth and respect. Some of the challenges I work with include: Anxiety, Depression, General low mood, Bereavement, Low self-confidence and self-esteem and stress. This list is by no means exhaustive.
07593 511810 View 07593 511810

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Bernadette Coffey
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Romford RM1
Welcome — I’m Bernadette, a psychotherapist specialising in the emotional wellbeing of children, young people, and their families.
I create calm, attuned environments where children and adolescents can express themselves safely — through play, art, or conversation — and where families can strengthen relationships and resilience. Drawing on a range of therapeutic models, I adapt each session to meet the specific emotional and relational needs of my clients.
Welcome — I’m Bernadette, a psychotherapist specialising in the emotional wellbeing of children, young people, and their families.
I create calm, attuned environments where children and adolescents can express themselves safely — through play, art, or conversation — and where families can strengthen relationships and resilience. Drawing on a range of therapeutic models, I adapt each session to meet the specific emotional and relational needs of my clients.
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Kathryn Marskell
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
London SW11
I am a dedicated psychotherapist and child play therapist committed to helping individuals process trauma, understand their anxiety and discover their true selves.
I believe that understanding our past is essential for personal growth and healing. Together, we will explore your experiences and the patterns that may be impacting your life today. My approach is collaborative and tailored to meet your unique needs. I aim to empower you to break free from cycles that no longer serve you. I offer child play therapy (5-16Y).
I am a dedicated psychotherapist and child play therapist committed to helping individuals process trauma, understand their anxiety and discover their true selves.
I believe that understanding our past is essential for personal growth and healing. Together, we will explore your experiences and the patterns that may be impacting your life today. My approach is collaborative and tailored to meet your unique needs. I aim to empower you to break free from cycles that no longer serve you. I offer child play therapy (5-16Y).
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Yulia Andropova
Counsellor, MBACP
London WC1H
Whatever brings you to therapy, we'll explore it through open dialogue, incorporating elements of philosophy and psychology while with children, I use creative arts and play to help them process emotions naturally through their innate creativity.
Welcome to safe space! Whether you or your child are navigating anxiety, self-doubt, emotional overwhelm, life transitions or the challenges of day to day life — I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion and care as you move toward greater connection, fulfillment, and ease. I work with clients of all ages and bring a gentle, attuned approach. My practice is inclusive and neurodivergent-affirming, grounded in deep respect for each person’s unique way of being in the world.
Whatever brings you to therapy, we'll explore it through open dialogue, incorporating elements of philosophy and psychology while with children, I use creative arts and play to help them process emotions naturally through their innate creativity.
Welcome to safe space! Whether you or your child are navigating anxiety, self-doubt, emotional overwhelm, life transitions or the challenges of day to day life — I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion and care as you move toward greater connection, fulfillment, and ease. I work with clients of all ages and bring a gentle, attuned approach. My practice is inclusive and neurodivergent-affirming, grounded in deep respect for each person’s unique way of being in the world.
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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.