Parenting Counselling in Thames Ditton
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, confusing, or lonely - even when things appear fine on the surface. If you’re experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties or feeling stuck, therapy can help you to slow down and make sense of what you’re going through.
I offer a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore the parts of yourself that may feel painful, confusing, or difficult to put into words. Being able to talk openly and feel truly heard can often be the first step towards meaningful change. I will be alongside you, offering support and understanding at a pace that feels right for you.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, confusing, or lonely - even when things appear fine on the surface. If you’re experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties or feeling stuck, therapy can help you to slow down and make sense of what you’re going through.
I offer a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore the parts of yourself that may feel painful, confusing, or difficult to put into words. Being able to talk openly and feel truly heard can often be the first step towards meaningful change. I will be alongside you, offering support and understanding at a pace that feels right for you.
It may be that you have something specific you want to talk about, you may want to calm the negative thoughts that are going around your head or you may be looking to find help for someone you care about. Perhaps when you just want someone who will listen to you, a space to off-load where there is no worry about saying the wrong thing, the fear of being judged or where feeling like you are being an imposition. I am here to help you when you are ready to take the next step.
It may be that you have something specific you want to talk about, you may want to calm the negative thoughts that are going around your head or you may be looking to find help for someone you care about. Perhaps when you just want someone who will listen to you, a space to off-load where there is no worry about saying the wrong thing, the fear of being judged or where feeling like you are being an imposition. I am here to help you when you are ready to take the next step.
I work with individuals and couples, helping them find ways to live a more fulfilled and satisfying life. Over time, we develop ways of behaving, thinking and feeling that work well enough to get by, but sometimes get ‘stuck’; I’m trained and experienced in finding and understanding those patterns and, without judgement, getting to the heart of how to put things right. I’ve worked in private practice, charities and the NHS with a range of individual issues, particularly depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress and historical trauma; couples work includes relationship breakdown, affairs, communication and conflict challenges.
I work with individuals and couples, helping them find ways to live a more fulfilled and satisfying life. Over time, we develop ways of behaving, thinking and feeling that work well enough to get by, but sometimes get ‘stuck’; I’m trained and experienced in finding and understanding those patterns and, without judgement, getting to the heart of how to put things right. I’ve worked in private practice, charities and the NHS with a range of individual issues, particularly depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress and historical trauma; couples work includes relationship breakdown, affairs, communication and conflict challenges.
Located next to Surbiton mainline train station. I have appointments available during the day, evenings and weekends. I offer both one to one counselling and couples counselling.
Located next to Surbiton mainline train station. I have appointments available during the day, evenings and weekends. I offer both one to one counselling and couples counselling.
Welcome! If you are here, you are obviously thinking counselling might be a good idea. I know all too well browsing through all those profiles can be overwhelming. How do you choose a therapist? I have been there myself - so hard! Particularly when we are not in the best place. Feeling anxious and overwhelmed with too much going on... trying to move forward after someone's death ... or just feeling like life has caught up and everything is just bubbling up. I have worked with all these situations and more. You may or may not know what you want out of therapy - but we can figure it out together. Worth a try!
Welcome! If you are here, you are obviously thinking counselling might be a good idea. I know all too well browsing through all those profiles can be overwhelming. How do you choose a therapist? I have been there myself - so hard! Particularly when we are not in the best place. Feeling anxious and overwhelmed with too much going on... trying to move forward after someone's death ... or just feeling like life has caught up and everything is just bubbling up. I have worked with all these situations and more. You may or may not know what you want out of therapy - but we can figure it out together. Worth a try!
When you know you can’t go on as you are, something needs to change. You might be feeling stuck in a relationship or a job which just isn’t working anymore. Maybe you’re faced with a big life transition and feel lost and uncertain about your future. All these issues show up as anxiety, depression, relationship problems and low self esteem. By raising your self-awareness I will help you explore these issues and find the root causes of the symptoms you're experiencing. For me, counselling is a vocation not a job and I am passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. I hope I can make a difference in yours.
When you know you can’t go on as you are, something needs to change. You might be feeling stuck in a relationship or a job which just isn’t working anymore. Maybe you’re faced with a big life transition and feel lost and uncertain about your future. All these issues show up as anxiety, depression, relationship problems and low self esteem. By raising your self-awareness I will help you explore these issues and find the root causes of the symptoms you're experiencing. For me, counselling is a vocation not a job and I am passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. I hope I can make a difference in yours.
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I also offer parenting support to individuals and couples who are seeking to deepen their connection to their children and develop their knowledge and understanding of why children do what they do and how to meet them where they are, and at the appropriate level.
I am committed to offering a confidential, safe and supportive environment so you can explore your experiences, past and present, while focussing on your feelings. While challenging, this can lead to increased self-awareness, and the potential for growth and healing, helping you to move from confusion to clarity, and from self- doubt to self-esteem.
I also offer parenting support to individuals and couples who are seeking to deepen their connection to their children and develop their knowledge and understanding of why children do what they do and how to meet them where they are, and at the appropriate level.
I am committed to offering a confidential, safe and supportive environment so you can explore your experiences, past and present, while focussing on your feelings. While challenging, this can lead to increased self-awareness, and the potential for growth and healing, helping you to move from confusion to clarity, and from self- doubt to self-esteem.
As a psychotherapist and Celtic shamanic practitioner I work with you in your deep process helping you get unstuck and work through blocks of trauma, past experiences, anger, addictions to come through to lighter energy. I also offer help with integration of psychedelic experiences. I like to help you work with your autonomy learning to trust yourself, ease the inner critic and stand up for what you need. I like working with life transitions such as needing to change jobs or parenthood. I have 20 years experience in private practice and like seeing my clients move through their difficulties to better times.
As a psychotherapist and Celtic shamanic practitioner I work with you in your deep process helping you get unstuck and work through blocks of trauma, past experiences, anger, addictions to come through to lighter energy. I also offer help with integration of psychedelic experiences. I like to help you work with your autonomy learning to trust yourself, ease the inner critic and stand up for what you need. I like working with life transitions such as needing to change jobs or parenthood. I have 20 years experience in private practice and like seeing my clients move through their difficulties to better times.
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.
Additionally, are you struggling with your parenting style.
I offer intervention for families which include NVR for parents and 1:1 Emotional understanding for the child/young person. NVR is a therapeutic approach, which has been specifically developed for responding effectively to aggressive, violent, self-destructive, and controlling behavior in children, adolescents and young adult.
Additionally, are you struggling with your parenting style.
I offer intervention for families which include NVR for parents and 1:1 Emotional understanding for the child/young person. NVR is a therapeutic approach, which has been specifically developed for responding effectively to aggressive, violent, self-destructive, and controlling behavior in children, adolescents and young adult.
I work with individuals aged 17 and above experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, burnout, trauma, and difficulties rooted in early life experiences, as well as adjustment to parenting.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC, with over 20 years of experience working within psychology in a range of roles including within the NHS. Following qualification I undertook further training in EMDR and Experiential Dynamic Therapy, an approach focusing on emotional experience and what can get in the way of it.
I work with individuals aged 17 and above experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, burnout, trauma, and difficulties rooted in early life experiences, as well as adjustment to parenting.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC, with over 20 years of experience working within psychology in a range of roles including within the NHS. Following qualification I undertook further training in EMDR and Experiential Dynamic Therapy, an approach focusing on emotional experience and what can get in the way of it.
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 specialise in child mental health, parenting and parent wellbeing.
I work integratively, which means that I draw upon multiple different models to develop an individualised approach which is most appropriate for you. I can work closely with schools and other professionals to ensure a consistent approach across settings for your child. I will work collaboratively with you to ensure that we are moving towards your goals.
I specialise in child mental health, parenting and parent wellbeing.
I work integratively, which means that I draw upon multiple different models to develop an individualised approach which is most appropriate for you. I can work closely with schools and other professionals to ensure a consistent approach across settings for your child. I will work collaboratively with you to ensure that we are moving towards your goals.
I am a UKCP-accredited systemic psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I trained in the UK at some of the field's most respected institutions, including the Tavistock Centre and the Institute of Family Therapy. I believe in developing a strong collaborative relationship with my clients to maximize their success. My strength-based approach is rooted in Systemic Theory. Empathy and humour play a significant role in my relational style. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families with a variety of social, emotional, behavioural and learning issues.
I am a UKCP-accredited systemic psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I trained in the UK at some of the field's most respected institutions, including the Tavistock Centre and the Institute of Family Therapy. I believe in developing a strong collaborative relationship with my clients to maximize their success. My strength-based approach is rooted in Systemic Theory. Empathy and humour play a significant role in my relational style. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families with a variety of social, emotional, behavioural and learning issues.
I help with high conflict, emotional shutdown, recurring arguments, parenting stress, co- parenting breakdown, blended family tension, and loss of trust.
Some things don't resolve themselves. Conflict that keeps returning in a different shape. Distance that grows quietly between people who still love each other. Patterns passed down so long they feel like personality.
I help with high conflict, emotional shutdown, recurring arguments, parenting stress, co- parenting breakdown, blended family tension, and loss of trust.
Some things don't resolve themselves. Conflict that keeps returning in a different shape. Distance that grows quietly between people who still love each other. Patterns passed down so long they feel like personality.
I recognise how demanding and emotionally complex parenting can be—how it can bring stress, self-doubt, and even shame.
I specialise in working with parents to support them to better understand their parenting difficulties and how to best support their child. Sometimes, the challenges can feel overwhelming. Together, we can explore your particular situation and decide where to place focus—knowing that we will get to the other issues in time.
I recognise how demanding and emotionally complex parenting can be—how it can bring stress, self-doubt, and even shame.
I specialise in working with parents to support them to better understand their parenting difficulties and how to best support their child. Sometimes, the challenges can feel overwhelming. Together, we can explore your particular situation and decide where to place focus—knowing that we will get to the other issues in time.
As a Specialist Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience, I am dedicated to providing compassionate therapy services to adults, children and parents seeking specialist support and guidance.
Working in services such as adoption and neonatal services, I am experienced supporting parents with complex needs related to their own as well as their children's needs. This ranges from behavioural and emotional difficulties, exploring significant life transitions such as becoming a parent, parenting experiences, neonatal or birth trauma, loss and grief.
As a Specialist Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience, I am dedicated to providing compassionate therapy services to adults, children and parents seeking specialist support and guidance.
Working in services such as adoption and neonatal services, I am experienced supporting parents with complex needs related to their own as well as their children's needs. This ranges from behavioural and emotional difficulties, exploring significant life transitions such as becoming a parent, parenting experiences, neonatal or birth trauma, loss and grief.
I specialise in parental mental health, working with parents in pregnancy, during the perinatal period and beyond.
My training as a clinical psychologist means that I am able to draw on a range of therapeutic models to tailor my approach to meet clients’ goals for therapy. These psychological approaches include EMDR, IFS, compassion focused and systemic therapy. I hold a qualification in systemic practice and am experienced in working with couples as well as individuals.
I specialise in parental mental health, working with parents in pregnancy, during the perinatal period and beyond.
My training as a clinical psychologist means that I am able to draw on a range of therapeutic models to tailor my approach to meet clients’ goals for therapy. These psychological approaches include EMDR, IFS, compassion focused and systemic therapy. I hold a qualification in systemic practice and am experienced in working with couples as well as individuals.
Life is not always easy and there may be times when difficulties we are experiencing appear to be over-whelming and we may feel unable to share them with those closest to us. Our counselling relationship will be different to the type you have with friends, family or colleagues. It is secure and confidential, the focus being on your experiences of your problems. I will not give you advice, judge you or tell you what to do, but instead we will work collaboratively to explore & make sense of your thoughts, feelings & behaviours
Life is not always easy and there may be times when difficulties we are experiencing appear to be over-whelming and we may feel unable to share them with those closest to us. Our counselling relationship will be different to the type you have with friends, family or colleagues. It is secure and confidential, the focus being on your experiences of your problems. I will not give you advice, judge you or tell you what to do, but instead we will work collaboratively to explore & make sense of your thoughts, feelings & behaviours
Maybe you feel disconnected, irritable, guilty, and not the parent/ partner/ person that you want to be.
Research has shown CBT and EMDR to be highly effective therapies for working with these and other difficulties. Whatever is going on for you and however hard it may feel to speak about it, please know that you are welcome here. Feel free to have a look at my website for more about me and my approach.
Maybe you feel disconnected, irritable, guilty, and not the parent/ partner/ person that you want to be.
Research has shown CBT and EMDR to be highly effective therapies for working with these and other difficulties. Whatever is going on for you and however hard it may feel to speak about it, please know that you are welcome here. Feel free to have a look at my website for more about me and my approach.
Nearby Parenting Counsellors Searches for Thames Ditton
- Chessington
- Claygate
- East Molesey
- Esher
- Hampton
- Hampton Hill
- Kingston upon Thames
- New Malden
- Surbiton
- Teddington
- Walton-on-Thames
- Worcester Park
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.