Child Counselling in Holywood, NIR

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Susan Ann Burgess
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Holywood BT18
As a trainer and consultant I support other professionals to expand their understanding and skills working with child/adolescence.
Hello my name is Susan and I have been a practicing Counsellor for 25 years also a practicing Supervisor and trainer. My focus is to support you to gain strength in challenging areas of your life, whilst in a relaxed and confidential environment. I work creatively, sometimes incorporating art materials and sensory objects. Trained Mindfulness coach working. Working face to face, phone and video call can be arranged.
As a trainer and consultant I support other professionals to expand their understanding and skills working with child/adolescence.
Hello my name is Susan and I have been a practicing Counsellor for 25 years also a practicing Supervisor and trainer. My focus is to support you to gain strength in challenging areas of your life, whilst in a relaxed and confidential environment. I work creatively, sometimes incorporating art materials and sensory objects. Trained Mindfulness coach working. Working face to face, phone and video call can be arranged.
07815 095391 View 07815 095391
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Dr Liam Reilly
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Holywood BT18
I provide psychological support to children, adolescents, adults, and families.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and former British Psychology Society NI representative for the Children, Young People, and Families faculty. I have over ten years of experience providing psychological support and care to clients. The therapy sessions I offer are both person-centred and collaborative to encourage your self-expression and self-development. I use various psychotherapy treatment techniques and provide effective strategies to help you to cope with many of life’s various obstacles. The core of my therapeutic work is non-judgemental acceptance, understanding, and support for all experiences and difficulties.
I provide psychological support to children, adolescents, adults, and families.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and former British Psychology Society NI representative for the Children, Young People, and Families faculty. I have over ten years of experience providing psychological support and care to clients. The therapy sessions I offer are both person-centred and collaborative to encourage your self-expression and self-development. I use various psychotherapy treatment techniques and provide effective strategies to help you to cope with many of life’s various obstacles. The core of my therapeutic work is non-judgemental acceptance, understanding, and support for all experiences and difficulties.
028 2003 2166 View 028 2003 2166
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Gayle Vance Counsellor Supervisor
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Holywood BT18
I work with Adults, Young People and Children through a wide range of issues such as, abuse, addiction, anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, identity issues, low self esteem, panic attacks, relationship issues and many more.
Hi I'm Gayle, thanks viewing my profile. Most people feel nervous and apprehensive when considering counselling, that's why it's important to find a therapist you feel comfortable with. I'm committed to offering a safe, confidential and non judgemental environment. Sometimes in life we all experience difficulties and issues which can leave us feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious or depressed. If you are experiencing overwhelming thoughts and emotions or finding it difficult to make sense of your life at this time, you may benefit from my support in helping you to find clarity, move forward, cope better and enjoy life fully again.
I work with Adults, Young People and Children through a wide range of issues such as, abuse, addiction, anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, identity issues, low self esteem, panic attacks, relationship issues and many more.
Hi I'm Gayle, thanks viewing my profile. Most people feel nervous and apprehensive when considering counselling, that's why it's important to find a therapist you feel comfortable with. I'm committed to offering a safe, confidential and non judgemental environment. Sometimes in life we all experience difficulties and issues which can leave us feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious or depressed. If you are experiencing overwhelming thoughts and emotions or finding it difficult to make sense of your life at this time, you may benefit from my support in helping you to find clarity, move forward, cope better and enjoy life fully again.
07723 546301 View 07723 546301
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Creative Therapies-Claire Thompson
Psychotherapist, MSc, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Holywood BT18
I am a counsellor (talking therapies) and an art psychotherapist who works with children and adults.
Hi, my name is Claire, an Art Psychotherapist and Counsellor, I have worked in suicide prevention and self-harm as well as in primary and post-primary schools alongside my private practice. I am currently completing an interdisciplinary PhD study exploring intergenerational conflict-related trauma in Northern Ireland. I am keenly interested in community art therapy, participation and its part in building local resilience.
I am a counsellor (talking therapies) and an art psychotherapist who works with children and adults.
Hi, my name is Claire, an Art Psychotherapist and Counsellor, I have worked in suicide prevention and self-harm as well as in primary and post-primary schools alongside my private practice. I am currently completing an interdisciplinary PhD study exploring intergenerational conflict-related trauma in Northern Ireland. I am keenly interested in community art therapy, participation and its part in building local resilience.
028 9692 8222 View 028 9692 8222
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Clarity Counselling Holywood
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Holywood BT18
My approach to counselling is tailored to you depending on your needs . The core of our work together is based on a safe, trusting, non judgemental space where we can get an understanding of how it is for you in your world and from there help you find a way to progess. I have been taught at Post Graduate level by expert tutors in their counselling approach, Person Centred, Psychodynamic and CBT. This has equipped me with my unique integrative style of working with my clients. As an integrative therapist working in private practice I am an accredited member of the National Counselling Society.
My approach to counselling is tailored to you depending on your needs . The core of our work together is based on a safe, trusting, non judgemental space where we can get an understanding of how it is for you in your world and from there help you find a way to progess. I have been taught at Post Graduate level by expert tutors in their counselling approach, Person Centred, Psychodynamic and CBT. This has equipped me with my unique integrative style of working with my clients. As an integrative therapist working in private practice I am an accredited member of the National Counselling Society.
028 9694 3079 View 028 9694 3079
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Belfast Psychology Services Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Holywood BT18
Welcome to Belfast Psychology Services. Please visit www.belfastpsychologyservices.com, go to the "book a consultation" page and schedule a date and time for your 15 minute call. Our therapists offer psychological support for a range of difficulties including stress, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, anger, phobias, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and trauma. Support is also offered for neurodevelopmental disorders including Tourette Syndrome (TS) and vocal and motor tics. ​ In addition, the service offers diagnostic assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) using the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule - 2 (ADOS-2).
Welcome to Belfast Psychology Services. Please visit www.belfastpsychologyservices.com, go to the "book a consultation" page and schedule a date and time for your 15 minute call. Our therapists offer psychological support for a range of difficulties including stress, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, anger, phobias, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and trauma. Support is also offered for neurodevelopmental disorders including Tourette Syndrome (TS) and vocal and motor tics. ​ In addition, the service offers diagnostic assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) using the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule - 2 (ADOS-2).
028 3829 8069 View 028 3829 8069
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Julie-Ann Skinner
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Holywood BT18
Welcome to Lighthouse Counselling. I provide a safe and empathetic space for clients to explore their thoughts, challenges and issues. I take a collaborative approach to help clients navigate their concerns. I am an integrated counsellor and I draw upon various modalities to best suit my clients needs. My aim is to help clients develop awareness, develop insights and feel more in control and able to cope better.
Welcome to Lighthouse Counselling. I provide a safe and empathetic space for clients to explore their thoughts, challenges and issues. I take a collaborative approach to help clients navigate their concerns. I am an integrated counsellor and I draw upon various modalities to best suit my clients needs. My aim is to help clients develop awareness, develop insights and feel more in control and able to cope better.
07522 154022 View 07522 154022

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Dr Allyson Kelly
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belfast BT1
For 11 years+ I have worked with adults and young people, now specialising in developmental trauma, attachment and child development.
I am a Specialist Clinical Psychologist offering psychological support for young people, adults and families. I understand it can be hard to make the first step to seek help and there are many reasons someone might wish to reach out; including anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, behavioural difficulties, low self esteem, distress following traumatic events, or personal exploration. I offer an opportunity to safely explore the challenges you may be experiencing from an integrative psychological perspective with the aim of developing a treatment plan based on psychological theory and evidence based practice.
For 11 years+ I have worked with adults and young people, now specialising in developmental trauma, attachment and child development.
I am a Specialist Clinical Psychologist offering psychological support for young people, adults and families. I understand it can be hard to make the first step to seek help and there are many reasons someone might wish to reach out; including anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, behavioural difficulties, low self esteem, distress following traumatic events, or personal exploration. I offer an opportunity to safely explore the challenges you may be experiencing from an integrative psychological perspective with the aim of developing a treatment plan based on psychological theory and evidence based practice.
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Latifa Lynch
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dunmurry BT17
My skills and experience includes specialist work with Couples, Children & Adolescents and individuals on a broad spectrum of issues.
I am qualified and happy to work via online or telephone sessions. As a therapist I am committed to offering a confidential service which places you and your unique needs at the centre of my approach. Through training and experience I have gained knowledge and skills to help you work through issues such as Couple/Relationship Issues, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma & Addictions, Child & Adolescent difficulties and Anger Management. As your counselor I will facilitate your personal development and understanding of why you are feeling what you are feeling; offering you support while you adapt to life's changes.
My skills and experience includes specialist work with Couples, Children & Adolescents and individuals on a broad spectrum of issues.
I am qualified and happy to work via online or telephone sessions. As a therapist I am committed to offering a confidential service which places you and your unique needs at the centre of my approach. Through training and experience I have gained knowledge and skills to help you work through issues such as Couple/Relationship Issues, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma & Addictions, Child & Adolescent difficulties and Anger Management. As your counselor I will facilitate your personal development and understanding of why you are feeling what you are feeling; offering you support while you adapt to life's changes.
07446 796773 View 07446 796773
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Elaine McIntyre
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Belfast BT9
You will be supported to decide what’s important to work on and have space to process as an individual, child or young person.
I’m an experienced integrative therapist, trained in EMDR with both adults, young people and children (a trauma focused therapy). I'm fully accredited with BACP. I've worked in the private sector, education and community settings covering a wide age range. I also work with private agencies, Employment Assistance Providers and insurance providers. I have a special interest working with teens and have a separate qualification in Counselling Children and Young People. I work with age 8+ years and have over 10 years experience working with under 18s. Registered therapist with Aviva, AXA and WPA & H3 insurance companies.
You will be supported to decide what’s important to work on and have space to process as an individual, child or young person.
I’m an experienced integrative therapist, trained in EMDR with both adults, young people and children (a trauma focused therapy). I'm fully accredited with BACP. I've worked in the private sector, education and community settings covering a wide age range. I also work with private agencies, Employment Assistance Providers and insurance providers. I have a special interest working with teens and have a separate qualification in Counselling Children and Young People. I work with age 8+ years and have over 10 years experience working with under 18s. Registered therapist with Aviva, AXA and WPA & H3 insurance companies.
028 9694 3497 View 028 9694 3497
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Way Forward CBT and Counselling
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Belfast BT12
), Advanced Specialist Training Status-Working with Children and Young People (CYP), SNCPS (Acc.
Way Forward offers Professional Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Specialist Counselling services to Adults, children, and adolescents. I have been supporting people who are struggling with their mental health and well-being for more than 20 years in a variety of settings including the NHS, Private, Voluntary, and Public Sectors. My overall approach to therapy tends to be straightforward and honest, I value transparency and direct communication in the therapeutic relationship.
), Advanced Specialist Training Status-Working with Children and Young People (CYP), SNCPS (Acc.
Way Forward offers Professional Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Specialist Counselling services to Adults, children, and adolescents. I have been supporting people who are struggling with their mental health and well-being for more than 20 years in a variety of settings including the NHS, Private, Voluntary, and Public Sectors. My overall approach to therapy tends to be straightforward and honest, I value transparency and direct communication in the therapeutic relationship.
028 9163 8581 View 028 9163 8581
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Rachael Morrison
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Belfast BT8
From talking therapy including CBT, to therapeutic art and play for children, each client is an individual and therefore their counselling should be individually tailored for them.
Adults, children and adolescents all need a space to explore and express their experiences, and for some this tends to be more difficult as they struggle to understand what they're feeling, never mind find the words to describe them to someone. People often find that when they voice their experiences, feelings, and worries, and confide in a professional who can offer support and help them make sense of these, they feel heard, understood, and often a little lighter from sharing the weight of these. I aim to help my clients to feel that little bit lighter.
From talking therapy including CBT, to therapeutic art and play for children, each client is an individual and therefore their counselling should be individually tailored for them.
Adults, children and adolescents all need a space to explore and express their experiences, and for some this tends to be more difficult as they struggle to understand what they're feeling, never mind find the words to describe them to someone. People often find that when they voice their experiences, feelings, and worries, and confide in a professional who can offer support and help them make sense of these, they feel heard, understood, and often a little lighter from sharing the weight of these. I aim to help my clients to feel that little bit lighter.
028 9694 3247 View 028 9694 3247
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Suzanne Sloan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Belfast BT9
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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SPACE
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Belfast BT14
I also work with children from age 4 upwards and work creatively with this age group.
I am an accredited member of BACP and NCS. I have substantial experience working with both children and adults. I work in primary schools and also in the local community to provide quality counselling to help people be the best they can be. I am also CEO of a mental health charity and offer consultancy work as well as supervision. My approach is integrative so that I can tailor the service specifically for individual clients and longer term work. I also offer personal therapy for students training to be counsellors.
I also work with children from age 4 upwards and work creatively with this age group.
I am an accredited member of BACP and NCS. I have substantial experience working with both children and adults. I work in primary schools and also in the local community to provide quality counselling to help people be the best they can be. I am also CEO of a mental health charity and offer consultancy work as well as supervision. My approach is integrative so that I can tailor the service specifically for individual clients and longer term work. I also offer personal therapy for students training to be counsellors.
028 9433 1973 View 028 9433 1973
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Nora Smyth
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Belfast BT7
I am passionate about ensuring my clients get the best from their sessions and with CYP this always includes supporting and advising parents of strategies and interventions that will help support their child or young person at home and in school.
Hi there. Thanks for visiting my profile. I am an an integrated counsellor and work with adults, children, and young people. I have over ten years experience working with children and families in school-based counselling and in private practice. My hope is to provide all my clients a safe space to explore their issues and provide families the support and understanding they need to overcome difficulties. I have worked as a project manager for Place2be, a UK wide organisation that specialises in working therapeutically with children and young people and their families.
I am passionate about ensuring my clients get the best from their sessions and with CYP this always includes supporting and advising parents of strategies and interventions that will help support their child or young person at home and in school.
Hi there. Thanks for visiting my profile. I am an an integrated counsellor and work with adults, children, and young people. I have over ten years experience working with children and families in school-based counselling and in private practice. My hope is to provide all my clients a safe space to explore their issues and provide families the support and understanding they need to overcome difficulties. I have worked as a project manager for Place2be, a UK wide organisation that specialises in working therapeutically with children and young people and their families.
028 9694 3508 View 028 9694 3508
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Anne O’Kelly
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Newtownabbey BT36
I work with children, young people, adults and couples.
Are you worried for you and your family as a result of a breakdown in relationships. Are you fearful for the mental and emotional well being of all the family members especially children. Would you want to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviours in order to reach an understanding of how to cope with family change and transition? I am an experienced and skilled therapist. I provide a safe healing space for you to address your concerns and fears with a view to reaching a resolution and plan for the future.
I work with children, young people, adults and couples.
Are you worried for you and your family as a result of a breakdown in relationships. Are you fearful for the mental and emotional well being of all the family members especially children. Would you want to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviours in order to reach an understanding of how to cope with family change and transition? I am an experienced and skilled therapist. I provide a safe healing space for you to address your concerns and fears with a view to reaching a resolution and plan for the future.
028 9163 8460 View 028 9163 8460
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Frances Lindsay
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Belfast BT9
Adult, Children and Young People's counselling.
My name is Frances and I am an integrative counsellor. I have trained in several therapeutic approaches so that I can meet each clients individual needs. I am also a qualified child counsellor, working with children 3/4 and up. Sessions are offered in Belfast, Carrickfergus and Newtownabbey.
Adult, Children and Young People's counselling.
My name is Frances and I am an integrative counsellor. I have trained in several therapeutic approaches so that I can meet each clients individual needs. I am also a qualified child counsellor, working with children 3/4 and up. Sessions are offered in Belfast, Carrickfergus and Newtownabbey.
028 3829 4769 View 028 3829 4769
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Empowering Change Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Belfast BT1
I offer counselling to children and young people from 8-17 years old.
Welcome to Empowering Change Counselling Private Practice. My name is Shauna and I work with children, adults and couples. As an integrated counsellor I tailor my approach to each client’s individual need and situation. I offer a range of support in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space. I focus on building a therapeutic relationship through respect and compassion to maximise the effectiveness of our work together. Working at the client’s pace is essential. My belief is that every individual has the capability of changing their situation/ thoughts and with a warm, supportive environment this is possible.
I offer counselling to children and young people from 8-17 years old.
Welcome to Empowering Change Counselling Private Practice. My name is Shauna and I work with children, adults and couples. As an integrated counsellor I tailor my approach to each client’s individual need and situation. I offer a range of support in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space. I focus on building a therapeutic relationship through respect and compassion to maximise the effectiveness of our work together. Working at the client’s pace is essential. My belief is that every individual has the capability of changing their situation/ thoughts and with a warm, supportive environment this is possible.
028 9694 3755 View 028 9694 3755
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LD Counselling Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Belfast BT7
I understand that it can be daunting coming to counselling for the first time for you or that of your child/teenager and it is important to find the right fit for you.
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, negative thinking patterns/ behaviours or intrusive thoughts? Struggling to bond with your baby or having relationship difficulties with your child/teenager or partner, leaving you overwhelmed with guilt? Thinking you’re not doing a good enough job? Parenting can be overwhelming, placing a high expectation on getting it right. You are not on your own, many parents feel this way but find it too difficult to talk about in fear of being judged. Adults, children and adolescents all need a space to explore and express their experiences, to understand what they are feeling and to be heard.
I understand that it can be daunting coming to counselling for the first time for you or that of your child/teenager and it is important to find the right fit for you.
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, negative thinking patterns/ behaviours or intrusive thoughts? Struggling to bond with your baby or having relationship difficulties with your child/teenager or partner, leaving you overwhelmed with guilt? Thinking you’re not doing a good enough job? Parenting can be overwhelming, placing a high expectation on getting it right. You are not on your own, many parents feel this way but find it too difficult to talk about in fear of being judged. Adults, children and adolescents all need a space to explore and express their experiences, to understand what they are feeling and to be heard.
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Creative Healing
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Newtownabbey BT36
I offer creative approaches, EMDR, Sand Therapy & talk therapy to children & Adults.
My name is Michelle. I have over 10 years of experience working with young people & families impacted by sexual trauma. I have worked in schools and the community as a counsellor supporting children and adults with a wide range of issues. I have an MSc in Children & Adolescent Psychotherapy, Dip: integrative Therapy, BSc in SW, Certificate in sandplay, & EMDR. I am passionate about creating a safe and nurturing environment where individuals feel safe enough to explore their thoughts and feelings through a trusted therapeutic relationship. I utilise different creative approaches alongside play and talk therapy & EMDR.
I offer creative approaches, EMDR, Sand Therapy & talk therapy to children & Adults.
My name is Michelle. I have over 10 years of experience working with young people & families impacted by sexual trauma. I have worked in schools and the community as a counsellor supporting children and adults with a wide range of issues. I have an MSc in Children & Adolescent Psychotherapy, Dip: integrative Therapy, BSc in SW, Certificate in sandplay, & EMDR. I am passionate about creating a safe and nurturing environment where individuals feel safe enough to explore their thoughts and feelings through a trusted therapeutic relationship. I utilise different creative approaches alongside play and talk therapy & EMDR.
028 9694 3420 View 028 9694 3420

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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Holywood, NIR provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in Holywood build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.