Child Counselling in Antrim

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Laura Campbell
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Antrim BT41
I specialise in providing therapeutic support for children and adolescents dealing with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental challenges.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I realise how overwhelming it can be trying to find a suitable counsellor but you are taking that first step in your journey, hopefully you will find someone who can meet your needs and I am happy to have a chat to see if I can be that right fit for you. Life can be hard, perhaps you find yourself in difficult circumstances. Having a safe warm supportive space, being listened to and being heard may help support you during this difficult time. I offer both adult counselling & childrens counselling (age 5 plus).
I specialise in providing therapeutic support for children and adolescents dealing with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental challenges.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I realise how overwhelming it can be trying to find a suitable counsellor but you are taking that first step in your journey, hopefully you will find someone who can meet your needs and I am happy to have a chat to see if I can be that right fit for you. Life can be hard, perhaps you find yourself in difficult circumstances. Having a safe warm supportive space, being listened to and being heard may help support you during this difficult time. I offer both adult counselling & childrens counselling (age 5 plus).
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Brenda Adams
Counsellor, MBACP
Antrim BT41
Waitlist for new clients
Children & Young People.
Hello and welcome to my profile. At Flourish Well-Being NI your individual needs come first and are as unique as you are. Your confidentialty is paramount to me. Counselling can help you to manage your feelings and improve your well-being. Working in a way that best suits you as an individual ensures the best possible outcome. In my practice I use a number therapeutic approaches, including Humanistic, CBT, Person Centred, Brief Therapy, Psychodynamic, EFT (tapping) and Creative therapies. Ensuring there is always a safe, warm, compassionate and supportive space for you to explore your feelings and work towards healing and growth.
Children & Young People.
Hello and welcome to my profile. At Flourish Well-Being NI your individual needs come first and are as unique as you are. Your confidentialty is paramount to me. Counselling can help you to manage your feelings and improve your well-being. Working in a way that best suits you as an individual ensures the best possible outcome. In my practice I use a number therapeutic approaches, including Humanistic, CBT, Person Centred, Brief Therapy, Psychodynamic, EFT (tapping) and Creative therapies. Ensuring there is always a safe, warm, compassionate and supportive space for you to explore your feelings and work towards healing and growth.
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Apex Counselling Antrim
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Antrim BT41
I have been counselling children and adults since 2006, tailoring sessions to individual's requirements.
My tailored counselling sessions can help individuals manage and overcome challenges. Such as: Bereavement, Depression, Phobia's, Social Anxiety, OCD, Self-esteem, Trauma,Separation Anxiety including attachment difficulties. I understand and celebrate neuro-diversity, offering specialized support to individuals with diverse neurological conditions.
I have been counselling children and adults since 2006, tailoring sessions to individual's requirements.
My tailored counselling sessions can help individuals manage and overcome challenges. Such as: Bereavement, Depression, Phobia's, Social Anxiety, OCD, Self-esteem, Trauma,Separation Anxiety including attachment difficulties. I understand and celebrate neuro-diversity, offering specialized support to individuals with diverse neurological conditions.
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Michelle Marianne Laverty Bacp Acc
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Antrim BT41
I became interested in the benefits of counselling as a result of my work with children and my own personal struggles.
I hold a Degree in Early Childhood Education. This gives me a sound knowledge of development psychology. I have an interest in working creatively with children and have gained vast experience in an array of settings. I also counsel adults who become developmentally stuck as a result of childhood trauma and work towards their understanding and recovery.
I became interested in the benefits of counselling as a result of my work with children and my own personal struggles.
I hold a Degree in Early Childhood Education. This gives me a sound knowledge of development psychology. I have an interest in working creatively with children and have gained vast experience in an array of settings. I also counsel adults who become developmentally stuck as a result of childhood trauma and work towards their understanding and recovery.
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Suzanne Sloan
Counsellor, MBACP
Antrim BT41
With over twenty years’ experience working with children and young people and those who are neurodiverse I implement a trauma informed practice.
I offer a safe and relaxed space in which you can explore your inner world with no judgement. Meeting you where you are, I provide an individualised level of care through a blended approach where you can talk freely, be deeply heard and feel understood. Engaging in counselling can be a powerful way to explore issues with the aim of bringing a sense of relief, peace and clarity. Through listening my aim is to collaboratively explore and gain a better understanding of your unique world, in doing so we ensure that we create solutions that fit with your life.
With over twenty years’ experience working with children and young people and those who are neurodiverse I implement a trauma informed practice.
I offer a safe and relaxed space in which you can explore your inner world with no judgement. Meeting you where you are, I provide an individualised level of care through a blended approach where you can talk freely, be deeply heard and feel understood. Engaging in counselling can be a powerful way to explore issues with the aim of bringing a sense of relief, peace and clarity. Through listening my aim is to collaboratively explore and gain a better understanding of your unique world, in doing so we ensure that we create solutions that fit with your life.
028 9124 2034 View 028 9124 2034
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Joanne Welsh Counselling Services
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
4 Endorsed
Antrim BT41
I offer warm, non-judgmental therapy, helping you understand yourself, face difficulties, make decisions or begin to make changes. This involves talking about life experiences in a safe space, providing you with support and helping you make future plans. I offer therapy for individuals, couples and young people (12+). I can help with a range of difficulties including anxiety, work related stress, depression, relationship difficulties including sex therapy (low desire, vaginismus, DE, ED & PE), self esteem, bereavement, trauma & addictions including sex addiction. I'll focus on what you want to achieve.
I offer warm, non-judgmental therapy, helping you understand yourself, face difficulties, make decisions or begin to make changes. This involves talking about life experiences in a safe space, providing you with support and helping you make future plans. I offer therapy for individuals, couples and young people (12+). I can help with a range of difficulties including anxiety, work related stress, depression, relationship difficulties including sex therapy (low desire, vaginismus, DE, ED & PE), self esteem, bereavement, trauma & addictions including sex addiction. I'll focus on what you want to achieve.
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Connie Chaudhry
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Antrim BT41
I can help even if you do not have a formal diagnosis but feel you have been left traumatised by a one off event, or a series of events in your childhood or as an adult.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am an experienced Counsellor & Counselling Supervisor, and an Accredited EMDR Practitioner and Consultant. working in person in Antrim town & remote online in Ireland and the U.K. I work with mental illness including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), personality disorders, anxiety, depression and OCD, but I also work with improving mental wellness. I have worked extensively with clients who have ADHD and Autism, diagnosed or undiagnosed. I am neurodivergent myself and am interested in how EMDR can be of benefit in this area and of the overlap between trauma and neurodivergent characteristics.
I can help even if you do not have a formal diagnosis but feel you have been left traumatised by a one off event, or a series of events in your childhood or as an adult.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am an experienced Counsellor & Counselling Supervisor, and an Accredited EMDR Practitioner and Consultant. working in person in Antrim town & remote online in Ireland and the U.K. I work with mental illness including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), personality disorders, anxiety, depression and OCD, but I also work with improving mental wellness. I have worked extensively with clients who have ADHD and Autism, diagnosed or undiagnosed. I am neurodivergent myself and am interested in how EMDR can be of benefit in this area and of the overlap between trauma and neurodivergent characteristics.
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Mark Henderson-Begg
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Antrim BT41
I offer a safe space to talk about anything which may be of concern in your life, which we can then explore at your own pace, to make sense of things, resolve difficult feelings and make positive change. It can sometimes be difficult to talk to family and friends, and having someone to listen without judgement can make all the difference. Counselling can also help us to understand how the past has affected our present life and relationships, helping us to connect to who we really are and to be happier as our true self, which is our human birthright. Counselling can also enable a secure attachment which can help to heal past wounds.
I offer a safe space to talk about anything which may be of concern in your life, which we can then explore at your own pace, to make sense of things, resolve difficult feelings and make positive change. It can sometimes be difficult to talk to family and friends, and having someone to listen without judgement can make all the difference. Counselling can also help us to understand how the past has affected our present life and relationships, helping us to connect to who we really are and to be happier as our true self, which is our human birthright. Counselling can also enable a secure attachment which can help to heal past wounds.
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John Darby
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Antrim BT41
Hello, you have reached my profile and are perhaps considering reaching out for help... I am a fully qualified counsellor with a calm and relaxing practice in a private location between Antrim and Ballymena. You may be struggling with issues such as low self esteem, low self worth, anxiety, relationship concerns, depression or trauma. I am experienced in these and other areas and can help. I believe everyone can feel better when we work together.
Hello, you have reached my profile and are perhaps considering reaching out for help... I am a fully qualified counsellor with a calm and relaxing practice in a private location between Antrim and Ballymena. You may be struggling with issues such as low self esteem, low self worth, anxiety, relationship concerns, depression or trauma. I am experienced in these and other areas and can help. I believe everyone can feel better when we work together.
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DB Counselling Service
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Antrim BT41
I have a personal interest in adverse childhood trauma.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a qualified integrative counsellor providing a counselling service in the Mid-Ulster area. I have my own private facility which means I can offer a warm, safe, confidential environment where you can explore issues that are impacting on your life. my work is suited to your needs as therapy is individual to you, and what works best for you as an individual. Ensuring the best possible outcome. I can help you gain a better understanding of your feelings and thought processes, and find your own solutions to problems. I will listen and support you without judging or critizing.
I have a personal interest in adverse childhood trauma.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a qualified integrative counsellor providing a counselling service in the Mid-Ulster area. I have my own private facility which means I can offer a warm, safe, confidential environment where you can explore issues that are impacting on your life. my work is suited to your needs as therapy is individual to you, and what works best for you as an individual. Ensuring the best possible outcome. I can help you gain a better understanding of your feelings and thought processes, and find your own solutions to problems. I will listen and support you without judging or critizing.
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Carole Morgan
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
I’m an accredited Menopause Coach with additional training in Clinical Supervision, Mindfulness, Meditation, and Child Protection.
I’m a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor, and accredited Menopause Coach. As a registered member of the BACP and an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, I offer a safe, confidential, and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and life challenges without fear of judgment. Life can be difficult, and seeking help is a sign of strength. My integrative approach is tailored to your individual needs, helping you increase self-awareness, develop coping strategies, and move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence.
I’m an accredited Menopause Coach with additional training in Clinical Supervision, Mindfulness, Meditation, and Child Protection.
I’m a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor, and accredited Menopause Coach. As a registered member of the BACP and an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, I offer a safe, confidential, and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and life challenges without fear of judgment. Life can be difficult, and seeking help is a sign of strength. My integrative approach is tailored to your individual needs, helping you increase self-awareness, develop coping strategies, and move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence.
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Aisling Sherry
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Antrim BT41
Hi, my name is Aisling. I am a registered Creative Arts Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. We use a range of creative materials and games to communicate feelings, emotions and experiences. It’s not necessary to be “good” at art as we don’t focus on the final product. It’s much more important that you are open to the creative process. My aim is to provide a safe and confidential space for you to open up and explore your inner world; my role is to hold space for what may come up for you. I aim to meet my clients where they are; with understanding and connection.
Hi, my name is Aisling. I am a registered Creative Arts Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. We use a range of creative materials and games to communicate feelings, emotions and experiences. It’s not necessary to be “good” at art as we don’t focus on the final product. It’s much more important that you are open to the creative process. My aim is to provide a safe and confidential space for you to open up and explore your inner world; my role is to hold space for what may come up for you. I aim to meet my clients where they are; with understanding and connection.
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Aimee McIvor
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Antrim BT41
I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with experience providing psychological assessment and support to children, adolescents, and adults.
I have been working with children and families for 12 years, the last 6 of which have been within the health service supporting individuals with a range of difficulties such as OCD, depression, anxiety, phobias, and low self-esteem.
I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with experience providing psychological assessment and support to children, adolescents, and adults.
I have been working with children and families for 12 years, the last 6 of which have been within the health service supporting individuals with a range of difficulties such as OCD, depression, anxiety, phobias, and low self-esteem.
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John McRandal
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have been working in support of mental health for the past five years, having experience in addressing issues such as trauma, stress, burnout, addictive processes, intrusive thoughts, anxiety, depression, relational issues, grief, carer fatigue, health-related anxiety and sexual abuse. I know it can be extremely difficult in taking the first step on your journey of healing and I am committed to working with you respectfully. I work effectively with both both adults and young people.
I have been working in support of mental health for the past five years, having experience in addressing issues such as trauma, stress, burnout, addictive processes, intrusive thoughts, anxiety, depression, relational issues, grief, carer fatigue, health-related anxiety and sexual abuse. I know it can be extremely difficult in taking the first step on your journey of healing and I am committed to working with you respectfully. I work effectively with both both adults and young people.
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Barry Joseph Lawlor
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am an Integrative therapist working with adults and young people to provide therapy and counselling services. My aim is to give you a safe space to express how you feel, understand your goals for therapy and work together to take steps towards achieving those goals. Through my experience working in different settings such as an Addiction Therapist for Inspire, Staff counsellor at ChildLine, staff therapist in multiple counselling agencies and a private therapist, I am able to work at your pace, provide an approach that is specific to your needs and give a therapy that works for you.
I am an Integrative therapist working with adults and young people to provide therapy and counselling services. My aim is to give you a safe space to express how you feel, understand your goals for therapy and work together to take steps towards achieving those goals. Through my experience working in different settings such as an Addiction Therapist for Inspire, Staff counsellor at ChildLine, staff therapist in multiple counselling agencies and a private therapist, I am able to work at your pace, provide an approach that is specific to your needs and give a therapy that works for you.
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Kevin McFaul
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist trained in providing psychological assessments and tailored interventions for children, adolescents and adults.
I have 14 years experience working in mental health services, supporting clients with a wide range anxiety and mood difficulties. I have a particular interest in the psychological and behavioural management of Tics and Tourette's Syndrome and have completed professional training in Comprehensive Behavioural Intervention for Tics (CBIT).
I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist trained in providing psychological assessments and tailored interventions for children, adolescents and adults.
I have 14 years experience working in mental health services, supporting clients with a wide range anxiety and mood difficulties. I have a particular interest in the psychological and behavioural management of Tics and Tourette's Syndrome and have completed professional training in Comprehensive Behavioural Intervention for Tics (CBIT).
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Carole Mason
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Hello and welcome to my profile. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, you may have hit a difficult phase in your life because of a past trauma, or maybe you would just like someone to talk to. At some point in our lives, we all struggle with our feelings, which can be especially difficult to cope with or even to understand. I offer a private, comfortable and relaxed environment where you can have a regular time and safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new ways of coping, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you.
Hello and welcome to my profile. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, you may have hit a difficult phase in your life because of a past trauma, or maybe you would just like someone to talk to. At some point in our lives, we all struggle with our feelings, which can be especially difficult to cope with or even to understand. I offer a private, comfortable and relaxed environment where you can have a regular time and safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new ways of coping, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you.
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Cheryl Clokey
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Garden Room Counselling. Life can be tough and sometimes we could do with a little support to understand, help make clear and in turn work towards healing with our trauma, issues and troubling thoughts or behaviours. These may be affecting your mood or wellbeing. My aim is for you to feel safe, valued and seen and to be heard in a non judgemental way. You are unique and we will journey together to build resilience and growth aiming for long term emotional wellbeing.
Garden Room Counselling. Life can be tough and sometimes we could do with a little support to understand, help make clear and in turn work towards healing with our trauma, issues and troubling thoughts or behaviours. These may be affecting your mood or wellbeing. My aim is for you to feel safe, valued and seen and to be heard in a non judgemental way. You are unique and we will journey together to build resilience and growth aiming for long term emotional wellbeing.
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Laura Patterson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I provide a safe and confidential space for both individuals and those with relationship difficulties to work through what is troubling you. Therapy can be daunting and many struggle to make that initial consultation; you are not alone. I will walk alongside you every step of the way on your therapeutic journey; providing you with individually tailored tools and techniques to work through your difficulties. Often in life it is our relationships, which cause us the most angst, our stress is generally always in relation to someone else and our self talk if often heavily laden with 'shoulds' resulting in feelings of guilt.
I provide a safe and confidential space for both individuals and those with relationship difficulties to work through what is troubling you. Therapy can be daunting and many struggle to make that initial consultation; you are not alone. I will walk alongside you every step of the way on your therapeutic journey; providing you with individually tailored tools and techniques to work through your difficulties. Often in life it is our relationships, which cause us the most angst, our stress is generally always in relation to someone else and our self talk if often heavily laden with 'shoulds' resulting in feelings of guilt.
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Breakthrough NI - Counselling & Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I’m a trauma-trained therapist offering relational, body-based therapy for adults, children & young people.
I help people explore trauma, anxiety, overwhelm and disconnection using Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. My work supports nervous system regulation, self-understanding, and healing. I also specialise in neurodivergent-affirming therapy for adults, children, and families.
I’m a trauma-trained therapist offering relational, body-based therapy for adults, children & young people.
I help people explore trauma, anxiety, overwhelm and disconnection using Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. My work supports nervous system regulation, self-understanding, and healing. I also specialise in neurodivergent-affirming therapy for adults, children, and families.
07450 923335 View 07450 923335
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.